City : Markham

Category : Other

Industry : Professional Services

Employer : BGIS

Who We Are

BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over 320 million square feet of client portfolios across 30,000+ locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia and Asia. Further information is available at www.bgis.com

SUMMARY 

The Building Science Consultant will be an active technical specialist and resource for the building science and restoration consulting practice, focused on building envelope and restoration projects including exterior wall assemblies, roofing replacements, building upgrades, etc., which will be completed by our clients through the Design and Project Delivery Services Group.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

Technical Investigations and Problem Solving

• Is an intermediate technical resource for building science investigations for BGIS clients.  Clients include commercial, institutional, and industrial clients with real estate holdings throughout North America. Conducts technical building science investigations for existing facilities.  Responsible for technical findings resulting from investigations.

 Writing, Reviewing and Editing Reports

• Responsible for the creation of the work products of the Building Science group, specifically technical reports. 

Site investigations

• Responsible for conducting site investigations related to building science issues in order to determine the root cause of the issues raised and to provide options for the resolution of these issues.

Design

• Prepares design drawings and documents for the resolution of building science issues including the preparation of design briefs and tender documents that will be reviewed by a senior member of the group.

Construction Supervision

• As part of the resolution of building science issues, the Building Science Consultant I shall provide construction supervision to building envelope repair projects.  This will involve working in conjunction with the BGIS PDS project manager, and coordination of contractors, review of their work and technical direction on construction issues.  A significant portion of time may be spent on construction sites.

Construction Management Administration

• This role will also include administration of construction projects including approval of progress draws, deficiency inspections and reports and contract close out documents.  The role may also include assisting senior group members with monthly invoicing and financials. 

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• An applicable technical degree – Building Science, Civil or Structural Engineering, Architecture, or similar.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation or working towards PMP designation (not required but considered an asset).
• Building Science Specialist (BSS) designation or working towards BSS designation (not required but considered an asset).
• Ability to work at heights.
• 5 to 10 years demonstrated experience with building science consulting, restoration work, construction review/administration experience.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to achieve client schedule deliverables with little Manager oversight/coordination.

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Valid driver’s license.

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askHR. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

BGIS est un employeur qui respecte l'égalité des chances et nous vous invitons à postuler pour un poste chez nous ! Si vous avez besoin d'un accommodement pendant le processus de recrutement, veuillez nous contacter à askHR. En cas de demande d'accommodement, nous discuterons avec le candidat en question et fournirons, ou ferons en sorte de fournir, un accommodement approprié d'une manière qui tiendra compte des besoins d'accessibilité du candidat en fonction de son handicap.

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!