DS Consultants Ltd (DS) is a consulting engineering firm which specializes in building science, geotechnical, environmental, hydrogeology, materials inspection, and testing. Our head office is in Vaughan, Ontario with branch offices located in Barrie/Collingwood and Cambridge.  Our team currently consists of “140” highly qualified and experienced architects, engineers, hydrogeologists, environmental scientists, technologists, and support staff.

DS is currently seeking a Building Science “Documentation Reviewer” to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates looking to further develop their career in Building Science for condominiums, rental, commercial buildings, and other restoration projects.   Training will be provided to successful candidate.

DS offers competitive salaries along with a complete benefits package and a variety of Training and Development Programs to help you develop the skills you need to succeed in your chosen career path. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interpret contract documentation, drawings, and technical reports of various building envelope.
• Review Architectural drawings, building sections, junction details, wall, ceiling and roofing assemblies.
• Review window & railing shop-drawings and other shop-drawings pertaining to building envelope.
• Evaluate/review submittals, RFIs, technical data sheet, field reports, and related construction documentations.
• Submit technical and administrative reviewed reports in a timely manner and as per company procedures.
• Review specs. from building envelope perspective to ensure compliance with documentation & design intent.
• Download and upload documents/reviews, maintain logs to construction software platforms as required.
• Manage project documentation deliverables, create tracking sheets and handle the workload properly.
• Handle project deliveries, associated activities, work professionally with team, clients and participants.
• Communicate effectively with team members, clients, contractors, consultants, and develop rapport.
• Collaborate with team members on different levels to execute tasks or other Building Sc. Duties successfully.

Requirements: 

• Post-secondary education in Architecture or Building Science.
• Minimum (2-3) years Experience in Architectural field or Building Science is preferable.
• Knowledge of blueprint, building envelope, construction assemblies and cladding systems.
• Familiarity with OBC and technical understanding of building construction method and components. 
• Competency at writing tech. reports, composing clear documents with strong editing and/or proof reading.
• Good ethics, people skills and clear verbal communication. 
• Advanced computer skills to produce reports, documents, and various presentations, if necessary.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office application and Outlook software is essential.
• Excellent organizational skills in managing paperwork, priorities and keeping projects deadlines.
• Valid driver’s License, and insurance as well as access to a registered vehicle. 

If interested, please email cover letter and resume to Human Resources Manager: office@dsconsultants.ca