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Building Science Co-op - Fall 2025 - ( 250001N1 )

Description

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

+ Seattle office is looking for enthusiastic student to join our team in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. We are a talented group of engineers and architects who specialize in building science.

+ For new construction projects, we help architects and owners design and construct durable and sustainable building envelopes.

+ For existing buildings, we investigate and design repairs for building enclosure failures.

+ We value technical growth, entrepreneurial spirit, work-life balance, and an environment that supports the development and mentoring of our staff.

+ We are constantly expanding and seeking ambitious, committed individuals that want to excel through challenging opportunities and projects that will allow them to achieve their career goals. Our focus on our people, culture, and capabilities allows us to make a difference for our clients and the communities we serve.

+ This is a full-time position and paid for every hour worked (not eligible for holiday or vacation pay).

Your Key Responsibilities

+ Perform project document reviews (drawings, specifications, shop drawings, submittals, etc.) with the supervision of senior staff.

+ Assist with site visits and writing site visit reports.

+ Support team members with building envelope failure investigations and condition assessments.

+ Assist with field testing to confirm enclosure performance (water/air leakage, whole building air leakage, and infrared).

+ Assist with review and report on project mock-ups.

+ Attend project meetings (in both design and construction) and document project discussions.

+ Assist in project management and coordination.

+ Assist with marketing materials

+ Perform technical report writing.

+ Provide design support for contract documents using AutoCAD.

+ Participate in internal continuing education (our team has an extensive web-based training program for staff covering a wide range of topics).

+ Combination of office & field work

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

+ General knowledge of building science fundamentals (air, thermal, moisture, and vapor control layers).

+ Organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks on multiple projects.

+ Ability to work in a team environment.

+ Strong oral and written communication skills.

+ Strong technical writing skills would be an asset

+ Professional attitude and commitment to succeed.

+ Persistence and good work ethic.

+ Experience on construction sites is a plus.

+ Knowledge of construction materials, drawings, and specifications is a plus.

+ Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD would be an asset.

+ Must have valid drivers license and clean DMV record

Education and Experience

+ Pursuing a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.

+ Previous Buildings Science CO-OP/Internship a plus.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Typically, office environment includes working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s):

Salary Range(s):

* $22.78 Per Hour - $33.48 Per Hour Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in WA and DC

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

**Benefits Summary:** Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

+ Washington state employees are eligible to accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked except for Seattle employees who accrue sick leave in accordance with the city’s paid sick leave law.

_The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements._

**Primary Location** : United States-Washington-Seattle

**Organization** : BC-2804 Buildings-US West BSS

**Employee Status** : Temporary

**Job Level** : Entry Level

**Travel** : No

**Schedule** : Full-time

**Job Posting** : Apr 23, 2025, 8:26:56 AM

**Req ID:** 250001N1

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans