Project Manager – Building Science
Manage building envelope and restoration projects from initial investigation through to completion. Provide engineering expertise for design drawings, conduct condition assessments, and drive business development activities in Eastern Ontario and Quebec.
- Hybrid
- Ottawa, ON
- Posted Jun 5, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Job Summary: The Project Manager – Building Science serves to manage building envelop and restorations projects from initial stage to the completion of the project, including the investigation/ rehabilitation of curtain wall, roof, window, sealant, parking lot, concrete and masonry. In this role, you will: * Provide engineering expertise to prepare design drawings and specifications for the repair and rehabilitation of building envelope components and deteriorated structures. * Conduct condition survey assessments through the testing and evaluation of building envelope and concrete systems for residential, commercial and industrial buildings * Manage junior staff and project associate in conducting condition assessments * Prioritize and deliver multiple small/medium projects, from beginning to end, independently * Drive business development activities in the Eastern Ontario, Gatineau and Montréal areas, including scheduling, budgeting, tendering, contract administration, business development, and preparation of proposals. * Use initiative and judgment to resolve problems, interpret engineering specifications, and investigate design and field engineering difficulties. You will be a great fit if: * You are knowledgeable about related disciplines/fields of engineering * You have a bachelor’s degree in Applied Science or Engineering from an accredited University * You have a minimum of 3 years prior experience in building science in a consulting or contracting environment * You have a P.Eng. license and driving license * You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment * You have working knowledge of Ontario building codes and standards * You have experience assessing and repairing some of the following elements: Curtain walls, windows and sealant, roof waterproofing, concrete, steel and masonry. * French oral and writing communication capabilities will be considered an asset but are not mandatory. Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid) Compensation: $80,000 to $95,000 CAD depending on experience Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law. Third-Party Agency Notice Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Applications are processed through an applicant tracking system that may or may not use automated screening questions to help identify qualified candidates. All applications are also reviewed by our hiring team.
What you’ll do
Manage building envelope and restoration projects from initial investigation through to completion. Provide engineering expertise for design drawings, conduct condition assessments, and drive business development activities in Eastern Ontario and Quebec.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in Applied Science or Engineering, a P.Eng. license, and at least 3 years of experience in building science. Proficiency in Ontario building codes and experience with various building envelope components is necessary.
Listed skills
- Project managementPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Building Science
- Project Management
- Building Envelope Rehabilitation
- Condition Survey Assessments
- Design Drawings
- Specifications
- Contract Administration
- Business Development
- Ontario Building Codes
- Concrete Repair
- Masonry Repair
- Curtain Wall Assessment
- Roof Waterproofing
- Engineering Expertise
- Tendering
- Budgeting
Job areas
- Engineering
- Construction
- Consulting
- Management & Leadership
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum experience
- 3+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week