Architectural & Building Technologist (GHL Consultants, a part of J.S. Held)

Company Description

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

Job Description

We are a passionate team of skilled professional engineers, architects, technologists, and creative thinkers bringing innovative solutions to building projects.

We are currently seeking a skilled and enthusiastic individual to work alongside our team of professionals. We offer the opportunity to grow professionally and work on exciting building projects across Canada. This is an immediate need to

The successful candidate will:

• Review of design drawings, shop drawings, etc. for Building Code Compliance
• Prepare Code compliance drawings, reports, letters, alternative solutions, etc.
• Conduct site reviews and prepare field review reports.
• Attend meetings, presentations, occupancy demonstrations, etc.

Qualifications

• A graduated Technician or Technologist with educational focus in Architectural and Building Technologies (experience in Civil, Mechanical and Structural disciplines is an asset).
• Experience using Bluebeam, Adobe, AutoCAD LT, Sketchup, Excel, Word, etc.
• Knowledge of Parts 3 and/or 9 of the Building Code.
• Ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing).
• Ability to read and interpret building design drawings (drafting skills are an asset).
• Team oriented and able to work individually.
• Hold a valid BC Driver’s License.

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications:

• Must be able to commute and work in person on a hybrid schedule in our Vancouver office.
• Must be able to travel to different regions within the British Colombia, and across Canada.

Additional Information

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

• Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per annum plus benefits and opportunities for advanced training and education. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read the J.S. Held Online Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as required and described therein. California residents can click here to learn more about the personal information we collect and here to learn about additional privacy rights that may be available.

Please explore what we’re all about at www.jsheld.com.

EEO and Job Accommodations
We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!
J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request for a reasonable accommodation, please email [email protected] and include “Applicant Accommodation” within the subject line with your request and contact information.

J.S. Held may use AI‑enabled tools within our systems to enhance certain parts of our recruitment process. While these technologies support our teams, they do not replace human judgment when reviewing applications. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by J.S. Held employees. This job posting reflects an active hiring need for a current vacancy.

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