About Us: Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary: Our office in Toronto is looking for a Project Associate- Building Science to join our growing Restoration Team. In this role, you will support a variety of building science and restoration projects by assisting with condition assessments of buildings and structures, design development, construction contract administrations and site reviews to our building science projects in areas such as residential, commercial, institutional, federal and healthcare.

You are fascinated with Building Sciences. You're passionate about making commercial buildings more efficient. You love to collaborate with a technically proficient team. And you never stop growing.

Building Sciences Project Associate, Toronto, ON Here are the details of your duties in this role:

Conduct construction field reviews, which includes monitoring progress according to specifications, and conformity to building codes and standards, and preparing reports





Conduct building and structure condition assessments, capital plans, and investigations for various clients.

Prepare reports, analysis and design, plans, details and specifications for additions/modifications/renovations to residential, commercial and industrial buildings

Prepare construction Working Drawings, Specifications and Terms of Reference

Prioritize and deliver multiple projects, from beginning to end, with supervision

Liaise with clients, design team consultants and contractors to ensure all project work is compliant with the design documents, while ensuring the projects will be delivered on time and on budget

Uses initiative and judgment to resolve problems, interpret engineering specifications, investigate design and field engineering difficulties

Some knowledge of related disciplines/fields of engineering is preferred

Work with Senior Engineers; taking direction as/when required

Your Background

Bachelor’s degree in applied science, Architecture, or Engineering from an accredited University

Working knowledge of building codes and standards

Experience with concrete and masonry restoration, structural waterproofing systems, and structural steel restoration is preferred.

Project management skills with the ability to work with a design team and work on multiple projects at the same time

Excellent communication and organizational skills; including technical writing

Thrives in a quick-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment





Computer literate and proficient in the use of relevant computer applications, including developed skills in Word and Excel.

Access to a reliable vehicle with a valid Ontario Driver’s License for travel to client sites

Ability to work overtime when required

Comfortable working in active construction and restoration environments, performing site reviews, and coordinating directly with contractors to address project and construction-related issues.

May be required to work at heights or in confined spaces.

Travel: Up to 30%

The expected base salary range for this role is $65,000 to 70,000CAD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible forperformance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

RRSP with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

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, colour, 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.

Qualifications Education Preferred Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Experience Preferred Experience with concrete and masonry restoration, structural waterproofing systems, and structural steel restoration is preferred.

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📌 Project Associate – Building Science (Winnipeg)
🏢 Salas O'Brien Canada
📍 Winnipeg