Closing Date: March 31, 2023 at 4:30 PM

Off-Site Construction Research Centre

The Off-site Construction Research Centre (OCRC) is a multi-disciplinary research centre that conducts research in a variety of topic areas including digital technology implementation (BIM, VDC, AR, etc.), constructability, Lean construction, policy, and standardization. The OCRC's activities focus on applied research with over 30 industry partners and is governed by an Advisory Board. The OCRC recently completed its new 5-year strategic plan reinforcing the vision, mission, values, and objectives of the centre.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-Time | 2-Year | Fredericton | Hybrid

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week

A Market Differential may apply to the base salary.

UNB is committed to ensuring employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance. As such, we're proud to support a hybrid work approach, which includes flexible hours and work-from-home options.

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Director, Innovation & Operations, the Digital Research Engineer's (DRE) will work with others to lead the research and development of projects with a focus around BIM, VDC, augmented, mixed and virtual reality as well as AI project development. The DRE will also be responsible for leading the delivery of industry partner projects and, on occasion, managing the relationship with the industry partner.

• Research and develop software solutions for various OCRC projects related to BIM, VDC, augmented and mixed reality, as well as AI and ML projects.
• Make decisions about development, approaches, areas of focus, and technical solutions, for the team as a whole in addition to supporting partners.
• Manage and support the day-to-day activities of other research assistants and co-op students where appropriate, leading weekly meetings for specific projects.
• Work with stakeholders and staff to ensure that staff and students (including their own development time) are strategically deployed according to project needs and timelines, and staff strengths and interests.
• Provide input on program directions for the strategy for delivering the digital technology implementation research projects as well as ongoing OCRC projects.
• Support OCRC staff in organizing and delivering conferences, webinars, the new off-site construction certificate program, and the annual student design competition.
• Lead the development of project documentation, including design documents, research summaries, conference papers, and dissemination materials.
• Create sufficiently detailed documentation and digital technology implementation strategies to facilitate effective transitions between OCRC project personnel (e.g., students).
• Support the management and data related to the OCRC's IT infrastructure.

WHAT YOU BRING

• A University degree in Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent.

Additional Strengths

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in the construction industry is considered a strong asset.
• A Graduate degree and/or Ph.D. in a related field is considered a strong asset.
• A background in Building Information Modelling, Virtual Design and Construction and/or programming is an asset.
• A background in research would be considered an asset.
• Prior experience with software development in the construction industry would be considered an asset.
• Prior experience collaborating with external stakeholders (e.g., industry partners, other institutions, research partners, etc.).
• Ability to use Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, or similar software.
• Experience using augmented and mixed reality technologies (e.g., HoloLens) would be considered an asset.
• Experience with data analytics, data visualization, and/or machine learning would be considered an asset.
• CanBIM professional certification would be considered an asset.

WHY CHOOSE UNB?

UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.

PSAC LOCAL 60551: PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL STAFF UNION

This position is part of the PSAC, Local 60551 employee group and falls under the PTSU Collective Agreement.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The University of New Brunswick and PSAC/PTSU Local 60551 are committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all those who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.