Architectural Technologist (Building Science Technologist)

Pinchin is seeking staff with knowledge of architectural and/or engineering fundamentals to join our Building Science team in our Peterborough Offices.

The successful candidate should have sound knowledge and understanding of building systems including general knowledge of architectural features such as structure, building enclosures, mechanical and electrical systems, roofing systems, interior elements, site features, etc.

A Day in the life of a Building Science Technologist at Pinchin:

• Conduct Building and Property Condition Assessments for due diligence and/or capital planning purposes in accordance with the ASTM standards and UniFormat and best construction practices at various client sites.
• Capital planning Building Condition Assessments.
• Review and complete assessments of existing buildings and structures (roof assemblies, exterior cladding assemblies, balcony assemblies, fenestrations, and parking garage structures) to determine design and remedial work options.
• Conduct invasive building assessments and testing (ex. Roof cut tests, water/leak tests, etc.)
• Carry out all necessary quantity take-offs and measurements over the course of a project.
• Development of designs and specifications for restoration projects.
• Carry out construction reviews to ensure quality standards and design requirements are achieved.
• Prepare written reports of findings, summarizing, collating, and interpreting the results of field data and creating detailed AutoCAD drawings.
• Financial involvement and coordination with project.
• Maintain QA/QC protocols.
• Maintain health and safety protocols as well as quality control within the group.
• Perform any other job-related duties that may be assigned.

What you bring to the Pinchin team:

• Architectural Technician/Civil Engineering Technologist/Construction Technician/Science diploma, B.A. or B.Sc. in Architecture, B.Sc. in Building Science.
• Knowledge with Building Condition Assessments in accordance with the “ASTM Designation: E 2018 – 15 Standard Guide for Property Condition Assessments: Baseline Property Condition Assessment Process