Responsible for leading the Architectural design, technical deliverables, and coordination of projects
Working within fully integrated design teams throughout all project phases, from pre-design through to post-construction services
Develop or lead project proposals, including Project Approach, Methodology, Workplan, Resourcing, Scheduling, and Fees
Build and inspire strong, efficient, effective, and driven Project Teams
Establish project deliverables through a collaborative approach with the team to meet project schedules
Lead interdisciplinary project team meetings, peer reviews, and independent reviews
Monitor and manage project financials including workplan, resources, deliverables, invoicing, and change orders
Investigate/verify existing conditions, including documentation and building condition assessments
Collaborate with Clients to analyze needs and develop program requirements
Implement sustainable design principles
Requirements
Master of Architecture required
MAA License, or equivalent Provincial Registration required
Minimum of 5+ years of experience preferred
Excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
Proven ability to lead, solve complex multi-stakeholder problems, and inspire project teams, clients, users, consultants, contractors, and trades
Good understanding of structural, mechanical, and electrical systems for buildings
Excellent knowledge of construction costing and quantity surveying from cost planning through cost control
Requires understanding of Microsoft Office, Revit, AutoCAD
Ability to acquire required Security Clearances for a variety of institutional project types
Proven knowledge and understanding of accessibility codes, applicable building and life-safety codes for a wide variety of project types and complexity.
Experience with and understanding of hazardous environments and processes
Excellent knowledge of building construction systems, constructability, materials, and industry associated standards
Excellent knowledge of construction procurement models, contracts, and delivery (e.g. Design-Bid-Build, Construction Management, and Design/Build)
Benefits
access to health, dental, and vision plans
wellness program
health care spending account
wellness spending account
group registered retirement savings plan
employee stock purchase program
group tax-free savings account
life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance