Under the supervision of the project director and/or team lead, the intermediate/senior architectural technologist prepares plans and specifications in compliance with applicable laws, standards and the relevant building code. The architectural technologist will have an excellent knowledge of building systems, materials and details. The architectural technologist may be called upon to help junior team members answer technical questions.

Responsibilities:

• Attending inspections and surveys to confirm conditions, conduct field reports and building analysis.
• Preparation of reports, plans and technical documents including business cases, construction details and working drawings.
• Conduct review of by-law, zoning requirements and building code regulations on a per project basis for conformance with OBC, QBC and/or NBC.
• Preparation of cost estimates at various stages of projects with varying degrees of accuracy (note: class D, C, B, A) based on project history, current construction conditions and use of estimation technology.
• Coordination with subconsultants/varying disciplines for cohesion across plans.
• Attending meetings and providing coordination with stakeholders.
• Providing technical support to junior team members as needed.
• Reviewing shop drawings and site instructions.

Skills and competencies:

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken is required. Fluency in French, both written and spoken is an asset but not required.
• In-depth understanding of AutoCAD and Revit are required. SketchUp, MS Office Suite and Adobe Suite will be considered an asset.
• Must have a thorough understanding of current and relevant codes and regulations (QBC, OBC, NBC, municipal by-laws).
• Having a membership or being interested in a membership with OTPQ, OACETT, OAAAS, etc. is an asset but not required.
• Driving license (Class 5) – ability to travel without restriction is required for the attendance of site inspections.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Organization and time management skills for the prioritization of deliverables when managing multiple projects.
• Existing government clearance is considered an asset.

Education:

Diploma in architectural technology or a technical diploma in architectural drafting from a known Canadian college.

Experience:

• Minimum five years of experience in an architecture firm.
• Experience in project administration is an asset, including estimations, procurement and construction contract administration.

Compensation:

• Full time, on-site, permanent, 40h/week.
• Salary: $60,000 - $90,000
• Benefits (group insurance and pension fund).
• Three weeks of paid vacation per year.
• Additional statutory holidays (QC/ON).