Chargé de projet senior - Science du bâtiment in Montréal

This is a fully bilingual French-English position. You must be fluent in French and English, verbally and written.

Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a global leader in engineering and technical consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, structural engineering, MEP services, pavement engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and environmentally designed solutions, helping to develop better products and processes for consumer, industrial, and health industries.

Overview: This position evaluates existing buildings and design solutions for the complex and unique problems of our clients. Projects include a mix of residential, multi-family, and commercial projects, with an emphasis on building rehabilitation, as well as adaptive reuse of older buildings, and enhancements to existing facilities to accommodate changes in use and implementation of equipment and machinery.

Candidate profile: The project engineer is responsible for the evaluation and restoration/renovation of existing building structures in the residential, commercial and industrial sectors and building envelope systems. The successful candidate is comfortable communicating with clients, contractors and working on active construction sites. A commitment to providing practical and creative solutions are essential.

Essential Job Functions:

• Oversee Building Science personnel and responsibility for group production and ensuring timelines and billing needs are met.
• Supervision and training of junior engineers.
• Oversee field review/testing and data collection, design, report and specification preparation and contract administration.
• Perform leak investigations of all aspects of building envelope, roofs, walls, windows and foundations.
• Perform condition assessments of multi-residential, commercial and institutional facilities.
• Provide project management and related contract administration.
• Liaison with customers, contractors and manufacturers.
• Provide technical support, guidance and review of completed work prior to delivery to the client.
• Promote team building, quality, public relations, enthusiasm, ethics, initiative and reliability from employees.
• Prepare, review and present department specific proposals.
• Manage projects and assist clients at all phases: from conception to final realization.
• Perform field investigation work and the diagnosis of building problems required to design exterior envelope remediation.

Required Education and Experience: Completion of a degree in an engineering program with a focus on Building Science, Architectural, or Civil / Structural Engineering. Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience, with a focus on projects related to building sciences and building rehabilitation. Must be a professional engineer licensed in the Order of Engineers of Quebec.

Required Skills and Abilities: Excellent oral, verbal and written communication skills in French and English. Knowledge in areas related to building science. Understanding of building construction including methods, materials and systems is required. Exceptional attention to detail. Commitment to customer service and technical excellence.

Benefits: Rimkus offers its employees a competitive compensation plan that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance plan, a joint RRSP contribution plan, paid vacations, flexible hours, and more.

Physical Demands: Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk on sloped and flat roofs, sit, climb ladders, bend, climb inside attics, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to client sites or job sites.

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees.