Junior Building Sciences Technician

Opportunity

As a Junior Building Sciences Technologist, you will contribute to shaping safer, more resilient, and longer‑lasting buildings across BC's Lower Mainland. You’ll gain hands‑on exposure to building performance, restoration, capital planning, and investigative work—both in the office and in the field. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety, curiosity, and the opportunity to explore different environments.

• Contribute to building investigation reports, design documentation, and technical appendices alongside seasoned building science professionals.
• Participate in building envelope reviews, restoration assessments, site investigations, and condition verifications.
• Perform non‑invasive investigations that may involve ladders, heights, confined spaces, and detailed field measurements.
• Visit active construction sites to document observations, verify compliance, and collect field test results.
• Support our involvement with a wide variety of buildings across residential, commercial, and education sectors.
• Develop towards specification writing and CRCA and project management roles.
• Conduct property condition assessments and prepare clear, detailed depreciation reports used by strata corporations, asset managers, and building owners.
• Develop capital plans that support long‑term decision‑making and responsible investment for diverse client groups.
• Enhance the team’s knowledge systems by sharing insights, lessons learned, and best practices.

• Post‑secondary education in Engineering Technology, Building Science, Architectural Science, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Eligibility or registration with ASTTBC or EGBC
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• Foundational knowledge of building materials, construction processes, building envelope systems, and mechanical/electrical components.
• Ability to interpret drawings, collect field data, and synthesize findings into clear and concise reports.
• Comfortable working in varied field environments and performing hands‑on investigative tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience in consulting engineering, building assessments, or restoration work is considered an asset.

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $57,500 – $76,200

MB & ON: $52,500 – $72,300

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $52,000 – $69,000

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Health and Safety is a core value; compliance with the HSE policy is required at all times.

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.