About the role

Senior Facade Engineer leading technical engineering for facade solutions at Stantec. Managing projects from concept through construction across Western Canada and beyond.

Responsibilities

You will lead and manage projects from concept to completion, with particular focus on the technical design and performance of cladding, glazing, precast, and curtain wall systems.
You will undertake and review structural analysis and engineering calculations, considering loads, movements, fixings, tolerances, and system behavior to ensure safe, compliant, and buildable solutions.
You will prepare and review technical drawings, details, specifications, and reports, and carry out technical reviews of specialist contractor submissions to ensure alignment with engineering intent and applicable codes and standards.
You will attend site to undertake technical reviews of workmanship quality, specification compliance and design adherence.

Degree in Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Working towards or holding Professional Engineer status.
Significant hands-on technical experience in facade engineering and design.
Strong understanding of facade structural behaviour, load paths, movement, and interface detailing.
In-depth knowledge of facade systems, materials, fixings, and construction methodologies.
Ability to produce and review engineering calculations, technical reports, and detailed design information.
Good understanding of applicable building regulations and facade related standards and guidance.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and structural analysis software; Revit experience is beneficial but not essential.
Thermal engineering skills are desirable, including understanding of heat flow, thermal bridging, condensation risk, and facade related thermal performance calculations and modelling.
Knowledge of Mass Timber and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) are desirable, with the ability to translate this into development of panelized mass timber façade solutions.

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