Architect

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a qualified Registered Architect to join our team in delivering innovative architectural and interior design services for commercial and residential projects. This full-time permanent position offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects across all design phases. Candidates should be familiar with design-focused, detail-oriented design, and sustainable design principles, and have exposure to all phases of the design process.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Realize architectural design from concepts to construction.
• Conduct client consultations, determine project requirements and define design aesthetics
• Perform feasibility studies, conduct cost estimates, manage project budgets, and develop construction schedules
• Prepare comprehensive technical drawings, specifications, and construction documents across both architecture and interior design scopes
• Create 3D architectural models, visual renderings, and 3D printed prototypes for client presentations
• Participate in project bidding, contract negotiation and contractor selection
• Research and ensure compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and municipal bylaws
• Prepare and submit permit applications and coordinate with regulatory authorities
• Administer in construction phase including site visits, submittal reviews, and RFI responses
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical, consultants and construction professionals
• Realize architectural design from concepts to construction.
• Conduct client consultations, determine project requirements and define design aesthetics
• Perform feasibility studies, conduct cost estimates, manage project budgets, and develop construction schedules
• Prepare comprehensive technical drawings, specifications, and construction documents across both architecture and interior design scopes
• Create 3D architectural models, visual renderings, and 3D printed prototypes for client presentations
• Participate in project bidding, contract negotiation and contractor selection
• Research and ensure compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and municipal bylaws
• Prepare and submit permit applications and coordinate with regulatory authorities
• Administer in construction phase including site visits, submittal reviews, and RFI responses
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical, consultants and construction professionals

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensure

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program
• Registration as an Architect with the Alberta Association of Architects (AAA)
• LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) certification

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in architectural practice, preferably in Alberta
• This experience should encompass all project phases including conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and contract administration. It should further include:
  • commercial and residential projects
  • architectural design and interior design
  • reviewing mechanical, electrical, and structural drawings on a detailed level, and coordinating these consultants
  • visiting site, conducting detailed field reviews, and documenting these reviews
  • formal construction administration documentation (change orders, RFIs, progress claims, etc.)

Technical Skills

• Candidates should demonstrate a high level of proficiency in all of the below skills / software:
  • Design and documentation: Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp
  • Advanced visualization and rendering: Enscape, 3D printing (PrusaSlicer)
  • Presentation and documentation: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign), Google Workspace, Adobe Acrobat

CITIZENSHIP

Canadian citizen or permanent resident

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary: $45 per hour with annual incremental increases of 3-5%

Benefits Package

• Dental care
• Extended Health Care including Life Insurance and Vision
• Profit Sharing
• Three weeks annual vacation plus Christmas office closure
• Four annual personal days
• Flexible schedule
• Work from home

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

This is a full-time position consisting of 30 hours per week, with hours distributed across the work week by mutual agreement.

Language: English proficiency required; French language skills considered an asset

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45.00 per hour

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (required)

Experience: Architecture: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification: Registered Architect in Alberta (required)

Location: Edmonton, AB T6E 5B8 (preferred)

Work Location: In person