Project Architect

Description

• Maintaining good working relationships with engineering partners and key client representatives
• Be involved in multiple projects at any one time.
• Have a comprehensive understanding of Architectural specifications in contract documents and coordinate with specification writers.
• Alongside the Sector Leader, Design Principal and talented delivery team, lead the technical design and delivery of a wide variety of Civic and Community building types by providing hands-on management, guidance, direction and creativity on design-forward projects.
• Preparing information for negotiating project contract amendments.
• Helping develop qualifications and proposals for Civic pursuits.
• Lead responses and coordination with other disciplines for addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders
• Provide construction administration on projects in CA Phases with oversight by the Principal in Charge.
• Independently coordinate the work of a multidiscipline team through all phases of projects.
• Running projects independently with oversight by the Principal in Charge.
• Organize and participate in construction documentation i.e. leading building envelope design, interior details, coordination with different disciplines.
• Serve duties of Project Manager when required
• Performing QA/QC and implement project milestone QA/QC reviews, technical reviews across projects
• Leading coordination efforts with outside and internal engineering consultants.
• Coordinating with design and digital delivery team (BIM Managers) in determining the best solutions for use of materials, interaction of design elements, and integrity of building envelope enclosure.
• Collaborate with project design teams to facilitate project execution through highly skilled detailing.
• Providing mentorship and guidance to staff in support of career development.
• Maintain a culture of client-focused project delivery through high technical competency.
• Incorporate agreed-upon changes into project documents.
• Participating in project interviews.
• Actively participate as a member of our in-office studio, mentor junior intern architects, technologist within the team.
• Coordinate workload of team members with the Principal in Charge through multiple phases to complete documents on schedule.

Requirements

• Certified Passive House Designer (CPHD)
• A minimum of 5 years experience
• Must have experience in preparation and layout of architectural contract documents and specifications
• Must be willing to travel regionally
• Rick Hansen Certification
• Extensive knowledge and experience within the local and regional market
• Must have experience on both small and large-scale projects
• Experience with Mass Timber construction
• A passion for sustainable design and experience in successful delivery
• Registered Architect
• Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Working knowledge of Revit
• Experience in alternative project delivery [ie. DB, IPD, Alliance], both as Owner’s Representative and Builder’s consultant.
• Strong relationships with clients, demonstrated on resume.
• Demonstrated graphic presentation skills
• Be well-versed in implementation and application of BC Building codes and Vancouver Building Bylaw, and Zoning Policies, standards and guidelines
• Must be able to lead a team on projects
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule)
• Master's degree in Architecture
• Proficient in use of Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process
• A minimum of 5 years project management and/or as a Project Architect
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design / LEED / WELL
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• Strong team leadership, mentoring, motivational/organizational and people skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance