Job Description
The Why
Looking for a fresh perspective on the construction industry? Ready to take your experience beyond individual projects and help shape the future of the sector? At WoodWorks BC, we empower and educate industry leaders to advance the use of wood, driving cost-effective, high-performance, and sustainable building solutions across the province.
Your Impact in This Role
The primary focus of this position is to advance and expand the use of wood in construction across British Columbia. The role centers on providing comprehensive support to construction projects and their design teams from initial concept through to occupancy. The successful candidate will develop and manage a robust project pipeline, offering technical guidance and knowledge transfer to drive adoption of wood solutions. In addition, the advisor will build deep market intelligence that informs organizational strategy, helping to open, strengthen, and protect market access for wood-based construction.
What you'll do
Provide insight, guidance, and technical support to designers, contractors, and municipal officials in support of WoodWorks’ strategic initiatives.
Manage and develop technical resources to build adoption and address barriers to wood construction.
Engage and educate the AEC+D community to create new opportunities and better understand stakeholder challenges.
Deliver presentations at internal and external events and assist with the preparation and promotion of targeted events and communication materials.
Updating and maintaining project tracking through CRM, KPI’s and activity reports.
Regular communication with program partners, participation in technical resource groups, and support for the development and execution of strategic priorities and activities.
Relevant Experience (one of the following groups)
Construction Management (LWF / Mass Timber / Concrete)
Contracts / Procurement
Scheduling
Costing / Estimating
Project Experience: Multi-family, Commercial, Institutional Construction, doesn’t have to be Mass Timber / Wood construction.
Architecture (Design and Sustainability)
Feasibility + code process (alt. solutions)
AHJ approval process (Rezoning, DP/BP submittals)
Building Assemblies (acoustics, envelope)
Carbon / Sustainability
Design
Engineering (Design and Construction)
Building layouts
Innovative Wood Systems
Seismic Design
Key Skills
Public Speaking
Self-starter/ Independent
Attention to detail + organized
Strong communicator
Process driven
Holistic thinking
Team player
Ability to multi-task
About Us
WoodWorks is the market development program of the Canadian Wood Council that seeks to increase the use of wood in non-residential and multi-family building markets across Canada. Through advocacy, education, and technical support, WoodWorks BC plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainability and innovation in the construction sector.
The Canadian Wood Council (CWC) is the national association representing Canada's wood products industry in the construction sector. As a leading voice for technical innovation and sustainability, CWC works to advance the use of wood as a safe, efficient, and climate-resilient material in the built environment.
Looking for a fresh perspective on the construction industry? Ready to take your experience beyond individual projects and help shape the future of the sector? At WoodWorks BC, we empower and educate industry leaders to advance the use of wood, driving cost-effective, high-performance, and sustainable building solutions across the province.
Your Impact in This Role
The primary focus of this position is to advance and expand the use of wood in construction across British Columbia. The role centers on providing comprehensive support to construction projects and their design teams from initial concept through to occupancy. The successful candidate will develop and manage a robust project pipeline, offering technical guidance and knowledge transfer to drive adoption of wood solutions. In addition, the advisor will build deep market intelligence that informs organizational strategy, helping to open, strengthen, and protect market access for wood-based construction.
What you'll do
Provide insight, guidance, and technical support to designers, contractors, and municipal officials in support of WoodWorks’ strategic initiatives.
Manage and develop technical resources to build adoption and address barriers to wood construction.
Engage and educate the AEC+D community to create new opportunities and better understand stakeholder challenges.
Deliver presentations at internal and external events and assist with the preparation and promotion of targeted events and communication materials.
Updating and maintaining project tracking through CRM, KPI’s and activity reports.
Regular communication with program partners, participation in technical resource groups, and support for the development and execution of strategic priorities and activities.
Relevant Experience (one of the following groups)
Construction Management (LWF / Mass Timber / Concrete)
Contracts / Procurement
Scheduling
Costing / Estimating
Project Experience: Multi-family, Commercial, Institutional Construction, doesn’t have to be Mass Timber / Wood construction.
Architecture (Design and Sustainability)
Feasibility + code process (alt. solutions)
AHJ approval process (Rezoning, DP/BP submittals)
Building Assemblies (acoustics, envelope)
Carbon / Sustainability
Design
Engineering (Design and Construction)
Building layouts
Innovative Wood Systems
Seismic Design
Key Skills
Public Speaking
Self-starter/ Independent
Attention to detail + organized
Strong communicator
Process driven
Holistic thinking
Team player
Ability to multi-task
About Us
WoodWorks is the market development program of the Canadian Wood Council that seeks to increase the use of wood in non-residential and multi-family building markets across Canada. Through advocacy, education, and technical support, WoodWorks BC plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainability and innovation in the construction sector.
The Canadian Wood Council (CWC) is the national association representing Canada's wood products industry in the construction sector. As a leading voice for technical innovation and sustainability, CWC works to advance the use of wood as a safe, efficient, and climate-resilient material in the built environment.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Technical Advisor, WoodWorks BC position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Vancouver offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
