Closing Date: July 11th, 2025 at 4:00 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, constructability, Lean construction, policy, and standardization. They OCRC's activities focus on applied research in collaboration with over 60 industry partners and are guided by an Executive Board composed primarily of private sector executives.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | Term ending March 31st, 2027 (2 positions)| Fredericton| Hybrid

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

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 7:45 am - 4:00 pm | 36.25 hours per week (Summer Hours)

Salary Range: $65,068 - $88,681 per annum (as of July 1st, 2025)

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Director, Innovation and Operations, the Project Engineer will work closely with staff and investigators to support research projects related to off-site construction. This role contributes to the development of industry-driven research initiatives and will assist in coordinating research activities, supporting industry partnerships and dissemination findings through presentation and publications.

• Support and contribute to research projects focused on off-site construction, including constructability, Lean construction, policy and standardization, and market adoption.
• Conduct literature reviews, collect and analyse qualitative and quantitative data, and prepare research reports and academic publications.
• Support industry partners by synthesizing findings into actionable insights.
• Support the development of project documentation, including research summaries, white papers, technical reports, and conference publications.
• Support the creation of industry-facing materials to promote research findings and best practices in off-site construction.
• Contribute to proposal writing, funding applications, and research project administration.
• Support data management efforts, ensuring research data is properly stored, organized, and accessible for future analysis.
• Support the day-to-day activities of project contributors including leading segments of project meetings, ensuring project milestones are met, and aligning team efforts with overall research goals.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure strategic deployment of resources based on project needs and timelines.
• Assist in organizing and delivering industry events such as workshops, conferences, and webinars, as well as supporting the development of educational programs, including the Advanced Methods of Construction certificate.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Architecture or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in construction or a related field.
• Designation in P. Eng or EIT is required.

Additional Strengths

• A Masters degree or PhD with a background in research would be considered a strong asset.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have worked in an applied research setting.
• Direct experience supporting research projects related to constructability, Lean construction, policy and standardization, or market adoption.
• Prior involvement in industry collaboration, stakeholder engagement, or knowledge dissemination is highly valued.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with ability to synthesize research finding into actionable insights.
• Experience and proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods including literature reviews, data collection, and analysis.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills for preparing reports, white papers, and industry publications.
• Experience with data management and organization, ensuring research data is properly stored and accessible for future analysis.
• Familiarity with off-site construction methodologies, including modular construction, panelized systems, and industrialized building techniques, is 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.

ADMINISTRATIVE, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL GROUP (APT)
This position is part of the non-union Administrative, Professional and Technical (APT) group.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
The University of New Brunswick is 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 who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.