Building Sciences Consultant

As an Early Career Building Sciences Consultant, you'll help create safer, more sustainable, and resilient buildings across British Columbia's Lower Mainland.

Working alongside experienced professionals, you'll gain hands-on experience in building assessments, restoration, building envelope consulting, capital planning, and property condition evaluations.

This role offers a unique blend of office collaboration and fieldwork, providing exposure to a diverse range of projects and building types while supporting your professional development and career growth.

Your Impact

• Support building investigations, technical assessments, and report preparation under the guidance of experienced building science professionals.
• Participate in building envelope reviews, condition assessments, restoration projects, and on-site evaluations.
• Assist with field investigations, collecting measurements, documenting observations, and assessing building performance.
• Visit active construction and restoration sites to verify work, monitor project progress, and gather technical data.
• Contribute to projects involving residential, commercial, institutional, and educational facilities throughout the region.
• Develop your technical expertise in areas such as specifications, contract administration, project coordination, and building rehabilitation.
• Support the preparation of property condition assessments, depreciation reports, and capital plans that help clients make informed long-term asset management decisions.
• Share ideas, lessons learned, and technical insights to support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• A degree or diploma in Building Science, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Eligibility for registration or current registration with EGBC as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer.
• Previous co-op, internship, academic, or professional experience related to building science, consulting engineering, construction, or building assessments.
• Foundational understanding of building assemblies, construction practices, building envelope systems, and building performance principles.
• Strong analytical and technical writing skills, with the ability to communicate findings clearly and effectively.
• Enthusiasm for hands-on fieldwork and working in a variety of environments, including construction sites and building investigations.
• A proactive approach to learning, problem-solving, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver quality outcomes.

Why Choose WSP?

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition , because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $57,500 to 76,200 MB & ON: $52,500 to 72,300 NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $52,000 to 69,000