WORKSHOP is seeking an Intern Architect with strong design capabilities and time management skills who has graduated from an architecture program and has approximately one to three years of experience working in an office. Candidates must be good at balancing multiple project commitments and be interested in developing their skills and experience towards becoming an architect. Working knowledge of REVIT is required.

You will be a team member on projects of various sizes, from $100,000 to $30 million at different stages from initial design to construction administration. Current projects include school additions, renovations to medium and large-scale community housing projects, construction of a children's museum and a feasibility study for a new university building.

The job will be in-person at our Toronto studio located at 6 Sousa Mendes Street (3min walk from Bloor GO/UPX; 8 min walk from Dundas West Subway Station; secure bike parking is available on site and limited free street parking). We work 7.5 hours per day Monday to Friday starting at 9am (some flexibility may be agreed). A high-strung, hypo-allergenic dog will be in the office most days.

About Us:

WORKSHOP is an architecture studio that is committed to making places that improve people’s daily lives. We are in a period of growth and have a team of people with wide-ranging skills and exceptional talents from expertise in design for people with special needs to sustainable construction to art in public places and health and housing.

Our studio is focused on public buildings and sustainable design innovations. We take a collaborative approach at all stages of a project from design to construction administration. We provide opportunities for all members of our team to learn and grow.

WORKSHOP offers up to one percent of our time annually to pro bono work for non-profit organizations that seek to end homelessness, support equity or address climate change. We strive to continually improve and learn to meet our commitment to inclusive practices.

For more information, visit: https://workshopto.ca/

Duties and responsibilities:

• Working as a team member on projects from design concept to contract administration;

• Prepare design presentation materials and reports to clients including diagrams and 3D views;

• Drawing and schedule production using REVIT from pre-design to tender to meet project milestones and deadlines;

• Professional communication and coordination with the client, subconsultants, contractor and suppliers by email, telephone, remote meeting and in-person meetings;

• Providing up-to-date and organized record-keeping, including meeting minutes and email inbox;

• Support the preparation of applications to authorities having jurisdiction for approvals;

• Conduct material and product research as required for project development;

• Support contract administration procedures both onsite and offsite;

• Support multiple projects at different stages simultaneously;

• May be asked to assist with marketing materials, proposals and business development;

• Adherence to the office manual and protocols; and

• Other reasonable duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A degree from an accredited school of architecture is required;

• Enrollment in the OAA Intern Architect program;

• Strong design aptitude and problem-solving skills are required;

• Strong graphic skills from initial concept diagrams to final 3D views are required. Highly developed rendering skills would be an asset, but are not required;

• We use REVIT for all of our projects, therefore REVIT experience in a work setting is required. For a very strong applicant we may consider training on the job;

• Fluency in Adobe Suite and Microsoft 365 is required;

• Familiarity with the Ontario Building Code is an required;

• Familiarity with municipal approvals including building permit and SPA is an asset;

• Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills are required;

• Detail-oriented with good time management, and ability to prioritize workload on multiple assignments to meet scheduled deadlines is required;

• Ability to self-motivate, to work independently and with team members, and a willingness to both lead on the studio’s smaller projects and support on larger projects is required;

• Experience working with the non-profit sector and public sector clients including education institutions, municipalities and housing providers is preferred, but is not required;

• Interest in sustainable design and universal design is highly recommended; and

• Professional and respectful conduct with colleagues, collaborators and clients is required.

What we offer:

• A positive working environment;

• Regular hours without expectation of unpaid overtime;

• Opportunities to work on a range of projects and project stages;

• Three weeks of vacation plus office shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s;

• Extended health benefits to start after a probationary period;

• Performance bonuses;

• Reimbursement of professional dues and a budget for professional development; and

• For this role we offer between $28 to $38 per hour, depending on the individual’s skills and experience.

If you are interested in joining our team, please send your CV and portfolio to info@workshopto.ca and we will get back to you if your skills and interests line up with our mission. Your application will be treated in confidence. We are an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodations in the hiring process or in our studio, please let us know.

We will start to review applications on July 8, 2024 and we will continue to review applications until the position is filled.

Last Updated Date: 2024/Jul/02