Plan Reviewer - Engineer

QAI Job Number: QAI-BBY-PROSP-05062026 JOB TITLE: Project Specialist LOCATION: Burnaby, BC CATEGORY: Building Products SALARY: $65,000 - $80,000 annually NUMBER OF POSITIONS : 1 CLOSING DATE : Open until filled Background Founded in 1995 by a group of experienced certification and testing experts, QAI is an independent third-party testing, inspection, and certification organization that serves the building, technology, and construction industries (among others) with cost-effective solutions through our in-house capabilities/services, and an established world-wide network of qualified affiliates. The QAI name and logo have become well-recognized throughout the Certification world resulting in steady growth of our Certification, Testing, and Inspection business streams. Currently, we are looking for a Project Specialist to join our growing Building Products team and support future expansion. DUTIES : You will perform, but not be limited to the following duties: Plan review drawings and documents relating to buildings to determine compliance with the relevant Building Codes and standards. Become familiar with the Building Codes of Canada, National Plumbing Code, National Gas Code, and the Canadian Electrical Code. Write concise, detailed, accurate, and objective reports Travel throughout Canada and the USA to perform inspections at manufacturing sites Perform testing, witness testing, prepare reports, or review reports to evaluate building products to nationally recognized building safety standards (CSA, UL, ASTM, etc.) Review building codes to identify building product requirements, write test plans, evaluate construction products to code requirements, and write concise evaluation reports. Assist clients with determining the applicable requirements for their products and/or the evaluation needed to validate compliance when a product is modified. Assist with the design and construction of testing jigs and test sample assemblies. Document construction methods and results of tests/inspections. Perform product inspections and product sampling at client sites which may involve travel throughout Canada and the USA Become familiar with and comply with the QAI quality system and administrative procedures. Be able to write and review concise, objective, and informative reports and documents. Be able to interact effectively and professionally with customers and colleagues, as required. Must be willing to be part of an energetic team with a can-do attitude. Other duties as assigned by the manager, or its designee. Qualifications Minimum: Have a technical diploma or completed a trades program from an accredited Institution. The following subject areas of education are beneficial: building plan reviewing, building science, plumbing/gas/electrical trades, material or mechanical engineering Previous experience with construction materials and construction practices is a benefit Possess superior MS Word and Excel skills, be proficient with Email and Adobe Acrobat. Possess “Good Laboratory Practice” skills essential for testing products. Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills in English, the ability to communicate in French will be highly regarded. Requirements 2+ years of Project Specialist or related experience Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Engineer in Training (EIT) license required with an ability to obtain P.Eng. within one year of hire if an EIT. Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills in both French and English Key Technical Competence Practical knowledge in the areas of expertise. Able to provide technical guidance on requirements in testing, inspection, and/or certification in their relevant field of expertise. Able to evaluate necessary requirements for testing, inspection, and/or certification and develop timelines which meet the needs of the client and QAI. Able to meet expected timelines and grasps the concept of prioritization. Able to multi-task and coordinate many activities across multiple departments, teams, and locations within the organization. Able to identify conformance to test, inspection, and/or certification criteria and communicate this to clients and throughout the organization. Additional Information You must hold a valid driver’s license. You must hold a valid passport, or be able to obtain a valid passport, and must be able to travel to the US and international destinations. Additional Assets Include Forklift experience Level I first aid or higher Applying QAI Laboratories offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including base salary and bonus/commissions, medical, dental, and other perks. We are committed to the long-term success of our employees. Interested? Please submit your resume and cover letter here. Check out our other career opportunities on our website careers page: qai.org/careers or reach out to the recruitment team at careers@qai.org . Equal Opportunity Employer QAI Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. Note: No sponsorship is available.

The Project Specialist reviews building drawings and documents to ensure compliance with Canadian and US building codes and standards. The role involves performing on-site inspections and testing at manufacturing facilities and writing detailed evaluation reports.

Candidates must have a technical diploma or trades program completion and a P.Eng. or EIT license. At least 2 years of related experience and a valid driver's license and passport are required.

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• Gestion de projetSouhaitée

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• Plan Review
• Building Code Compliance
• Technical Report Writing
• Product Testing
• Inspection
• MS Word
• MS Excel
• Adobe Acrobat
• Good Laboratory Practice
• Interpersonal Communication
• French Language
• Project Coordination
• Technical Guidance
• Prioritization
• Multi-tasking

• Engineering
• Construction
• Security & Safety
• Manufacturing
• Trades

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

18 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level