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Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Architectural technologist in our Ottawa or Toronto Studio we would look to you for technical experience on a variety of project types. The successful candidate must possess the drive, experience, and team spirit needed to help create great projects.

Responsibilities Include: 

• Maintain a culture of client-focused project delivery through high technical competency.
• Independently coordinate the work of a multidiscipline team through all phases of projects.
• Be involved in multiple projects at any one time.
• Actively participate as a member of our in-office studio, mentor junior intern architects, technologist within the team.
• Organize and participate in construction documentation i.e., leading-building envelope design, interior details, coordination with different disciplines.
• Collaborate with project design teams to facilitate project execution through highly skilled detailing.
• Leading coordination efforts with outside and internal engineering consultants.
• Performing QA/QC and implement project milestone QA/QC reviews, technical reviews across projects.
• Have a comprehensive understanding of Architectural specifications in contract documents and coordinate with specification writers.
• Be well-versed in implementation and application of OBC.

*Project types include healthcare, LTC, higher education and government projects.

Selection Process: Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a Revit skills assessment to demonstrate their proficiency with Revit software and related design tasks. Accommodations will be made available upon request.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 8-10 years related experience. 
• Previous experience with an Architectural Consulting firm.
• Must have experience on both small and large-scale projects
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design / LEED / WELL
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD, Revit 3D Modeling and Microsoft Office
• Must have experience in preparation and layout of architectural contract documents and specifications
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, with minimal management oversight.

Salary Range: $85,000-$111,000

Last Updated Date: 2025/Oct/06