architect

Government of Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government entity in Edmonton seeks an experienced Architect to manage design plans and client consultations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Architecture and a minimum of five years of experience. Responsibilities include drafting building plans, supervising contractors, and managing architectural projects. Strong communication skills and LEED certification are essential. This role is on-site with no remote option, offering competitive benefits including health coverage and bonuses.

Benefits

Health benefits

Bonus

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in architecture.
• Design methods and model making experience.
• Valid driver's license for transportation.

Responsibilities

• Adjust designs to conform to budget and material costs.
• Generate building plans and drawings for contractors.
• Consult with clients on construction projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies of building projects.
• Manage coordination and integration of technical activities.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Organized

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Membership in the Provincial Association of Architects

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Photoshop

SketchUp

Autodesk REVIT

Adobe Suite

InDesign

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• Architecture (BArch, BA, BS, BSc, MArch, MA, MS, MSc, PhD)

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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Work setting

• Architectural firm

Responsibilities

• Adjust their designs to conform to limiting factors such as budget allocation and cost of materials
• Award construction contracts to building contractors
• Consult with clients to determine the type, style and purpose of renovations or new building construction being considered
• Generate building plans and detailed drawings to be used by contractors and tradespersons
• Manage the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in architecture or engineering projects
• Negotiate contracts with clients with a focus on design, construction time, price or others
• Participate in contract negotiations
• Prepare documents showing both the structural needs and the materials required for construction
• Project management
• Conceptualize and design buildings and develop plans describing design specifications, building materials, costs and construction schedules
• Office management
• Construction site supervision
• Prepare sketches and models
• Perform architectural research
• Conduct feasibility studies of building projects
• Estimate costs
• Tender and administer contracts
• Interior design (general)
• Monitor activities on construction sites to ensure compliance with specifications
• Conduct feasibility studies and financial analyses of building projects

Supervision

• Contractors

Credentials

• Membership in the Provincial Association of Architects
• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification offered by the Canada Green Building Council

Experience and specialization

• Design methods
• Model making

Computer and technology knowledge

• Architectural software programs
• Adobe Photoshop
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk REVIT
• SketchUp
• Adobe Suite
• InDesign

Architectural specialization

• New construction
• Renovation
• Site inspections
• Commercial
• Interior and space planning
• Residential construction

Area of specialization

• Drafting

Additional information

• Transportation/travel information: Valid driver\'s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

• Health benefits
  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits
• Financial benefits
  • Bonus
• Other benefits
  • Free parking available
  • Parking available