Building Condition Assessment Specialist

Career Opportunity

BUILDING CONDITION ASSESSMENT SPECIALIST

Markham, ON

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD

With a solid foundation, anything is possible. Building something from nothing is in your blood, and it’s in ours too. It’s why we choose to do meaningful work that transforms the world we live in. Like you, we can’t wait to get our hands on exciting, diverse projects that make a difference in our communities. We’re constantly growing (it’s kind of our thing) and we depend on every member of our talented teams to get us even further. You can depend on steady, long-term access to high-quality projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. At Black & McDonald, we strive to provide our people with endless opportunities to learn, grow and leave their mark on an exciting industry.

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Energy & Sustainability Services Team is growing! If you are an analytical, organized, and detail-oriented professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Building Condition Assessment Specialist role offers a flexible work environment with opportunities to travel, hybrid work model or remote work with a home-base office located in Markham/Thornhill, ON and reports directly to the Project Manager, Asset Management for the Energy & Sustainability Services Team.

The right candidate brings the skills necessary to deliver detailed assessment of facilities, ability to breakdown major building systems and present high impact solutions for our internal and external clients and to support and help advance our ongoing lifecycle management efforts in an internal and external client facing role.

Black and McDonald will provide training and development on their BCA methodology, energy analysis and business development consistent with the level of the candidate selected. As we grow the business line and offering there will be leadership, operational and business development opportunities.

The Building Condition Assessment Specialist will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:

• Regularly research innovations in facilities lifecycle asset management and building condition assessments

• Develop site specific condition and asset management data

• Maintain QA on existing site-specific data models

• Identify important data insights and generate scheduled and ad hoc reports detailing current, forecast, and scenario based models

• Conduct and/or coordinate infield facilities condition inspections

• Advise on capital planning for multiple clients and the potential for energy efficiency improvements where applicable

• Develop preliminary project scopes of work based on available condition and asset management data

• Order of Magnitude / Class D budget estimation of construction projects

• Work with operations staff to develop process improvements to strengthen asset management data

• Develop client and sector specific risk matrix to analyze asset replacement priority

• Organize and assess data to deliver a concise roadmap for capital planning spanning 5 years, 10 years, 20 years, 50 year cycles, or any other cycle as required

• Provide technical support and guidance on sustainability concepts as part of lifecycle management such as energy efficiency, water efficiency, high performance HVAC systems, ventilation and IAQ, lighting, etc.

• Support the nurturing and maintaining of key client relationships, cultivating a trusted partner status

• Identify and pursue funding streams for innovation on suitable projects

• Consistently meet a variety of key performance indicators and performance targets for the ESS team

• Interact with client, staff, client principals, architects, engineers, contractors, industry representatives, facility managers, and construction trades

• Working knowledge on government and agency incentives for liaising regarding energy and sustainability related projects on behalf of clients

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Teamwork and Collaboration

• Communicates Effectively

• Attention to Detail

• Project Management

• Change Orientation

• Problem Solving and Innovation

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science/Engineering, Sustainability Management, or Architecture

• Recognized Professional Engineer of Ontario and/or Project Management Professional would be considered an asset

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 3–5 years of experience in the building condition assessments, lifecycle management, facilities project management, sustainability management, energy management, consulting, and/or sustainable facilities management fields

• Experience in building science including envelope, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and civil.

• Well-rounded knowledge of construction process and practices.

• Hands on experience with capital planning, facilities maintenance, and estimation software.

• Hands on experience researching and analyzing codes and standards

• Understanding of ISO 55000 series, ASTM E2018-24, ASHRAE Standards, and other best practices for asset management

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of building science, HVAC, construction practices, lighting systems, facility control systems, smart building technologies, and energy management strategies

• Knowledge and experience with various software including MS Office, asset management software, RS Means, etc.

• Ability to approach problems logically, under pressure and seek innovative solutions

• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining deadlines

• Excellent people, team, and client communication and management skills

• Demonstrated project management skills

• Computer literacy including Microsoft Office proficiency

• Self-directed and self-motivated

• Passionate about climate change mitigation, resiliency, sustainable design and management, and energy management

• Valid driver’s license

• Ability to travel to client site’s as needed across the country

APPLICATION PROCESS

Apply to this Career Opportunity or explore all opportunities at Black & McDonald!

If you are an existing Black & McDonald employee, please notify your supervisor  of your interest and intent to apply before applying.

The expected salary range for this role is between $60,000 - $75,000 per year. The starting salary will be determined based on several factors such as the successful candidate’s qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience. Base pay is one component of Black & McDonald’s total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual discretionary bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities.  Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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