Student – Building Science
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Job Description
About the Company:
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Stantec’s Buildings team aims to be the world’s leading integrated design practice. They focus on collaborative, innovative, and sustainable design in architecture, engineering, and related fields, seeking to enhance the quality of life globally through design.
Job Description:
Stantec’s San Francisco office is seeking an enthusiastic student for a full-time, paid position within their Building Science team. This team specializes in building envelope design and repair, focusing on durability and sustainability. The position offers an opportunity for technical growth, mentoring, and challenging projects.
Key Responsibilities:
• Project Document Reviews: Review drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals under supervision.
• Site Visits: Assist with site visits and prepare site visit reports.
• Failure Investigations: Support team members with building envelope failure investigations and condition assessments.
• Field Testing: Assist with field testing to confirm enclosure performance (water/air leakage, whole building air leakage, and infrared).
• Mock-ups: Assist with the review and reporting of project mock-ups.
• Project Meetings: Attend project meetings (design and construction) and document discussions.
• Project Management: Assist in project management and coordination.
• Marketing Materials: Assist with creating marketing materials.
• Technical Report Writing: Perform technical report writing.
• Design Support: Provide design support for contract documents using AutoCAD.
• Continuing Education: Participate in internal web-based training programs.
• Combination of office & field work
Your Capabilities And Credentials:
• General knowledge of building science fundamentals (air, thermal, moisture, and vapor control layers).
• Organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks on multiple projects.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong technical writing skills would be an asset
• Professional attitude and commitment to succeed.
• Persistence and good work ethic.
• Experience on construction sites is a plus.
• Knowledge of construction materials, drawings, and specifications is a plus.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD would be an asset.
• Must have valid driver’s license and clean DMV record.
Education And Experience:
• Pursuing a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
• Previous Buildings Science CO-OP/Internship a plus.
