Project Technologist

• Hybrid
• Project Management
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PROJE001689

Description

Project Technologist

Salary Range: $55,000-$60,000

Grow your career in environmental consulting by joining our Richmond, BC team as a Project Technologist (HAZ). In this role, you’ll work on a variety of Hazardous Materials projects, gaining hands‑on experience across field work, reporting, and client‑facing deliverables.

Pinchin makes buildings and environments better. We are a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with offices across North America. Our teams bring together expertise in environmental services, compliance, building science and resiliency, occupational health and safety, sustainability, and engineering. We help clients create safe, healthy, and higher performing places through solutions that reflect innovation, care, and deep technical insight.

At Pinchin, we empower our people uphold unwavering principles and work with purpose to create better outcomes for our clients, communities, and environments.

Pinchin is hiring a Project Technologist in Hazardous Materials Team . This position reports directly to the Operations Manager and is being filled as a new role.

Role Overview

As a Project Technologist reporting to the Project Manager, you will assess and monitor workplaces and building structures across BC. Your primary responsibility is identifying hazardous materials (e.g., asbestos, lead, mercury, PCBs) and ensuring strict health and safety protocols are followed before and during any disturbance or removal associated with renovation or demolition.

You will conduct building assessments, perform abatement field reviews, and prepare site and technical reports. Strong communication with your manager and client stakeholders is essential to ensure project objectives and requirements are successfully met.

Your Role and Action

• Conduct on‑site hazardous materials assessments, inspections, and testing, including the collection and analysis of air samples for asbestos and lead.
• Interpret and analyze sample results in relation to legislative requirements and industry‑accepted guidelines.
• Prepare technical reports that summarize assessment findings and provide clear recommendations to clients.
• Coordinate and supervise sub‑contractors to support safe, efficient, and high‑quality project delivery.
• Use and calibrate microscopes and field monitoring equipment as part of project work.
• Manage project time effectively and efficiently to meet deadlines and client expectations.
• Liaise with clients and sub‑contractors to ensure health, safety, and hygiene needs are understood, addressed, and met.
• Develop and maintain positive client relationships through responsive communication and professional service.

What You’ll Bring to Pinchin

• Strong communication, organizational skills, and ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Availability to work outside core business hours, participate in weekend rotations, and travel for extended periods to remote locations in BC.
• Field work experience and technical report writing skills are considered assets.
• Related post‑secondary education, along with familiarity with health and safety legislation and guidelines, is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with building systems, floor plans, and environmental monitoring equipment is considered an asset.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle, and insurance are required; some client sites may also require security clearance.

Compensation and Assessment

Pay ranges are listed as required by law. Final compensation reflects each candidate’s education, experience, qualifications, and work location.

As part of our recruitment process, we use AI technology to support a fair and consistent evaluation of all applicants.

We are committed to employment practices that support a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We make buildings and environments better.