architect

Employment and Social Development Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government department is seeking a licensed architect to manage various construction projects, focusing on sustainability and environmental impact. The role involves coordinating with clients, managing project details, and ensuring compliance with architectural standards. This permanent full-time position offers a salary range of CAD 70,000 to 85,000 annually, highlighting a commitment to environmentally friendly building practices.

Benefits

Disability benefits

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• Certifications as a licensed architect required.
• Experience managing architectural projects and consultations with clients.
• Proficiency in architectural design software.

Responsibilities

• Manage architectural projects from design to construction.
• Consult with clients on specifications and renovation needs.
• Prepare detailed drawings and construction plans.

Skills

Project management

Client focus

Team player

Leadership

Education

Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification

Membership in the Provincial Association of Architects

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

AutoCAD REVIT

SketchUp

Computer-aided design (CAD)

Job description

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Job details

• Salary 70,000 to 85,000 annually (To be negotiated) / 37.5 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time

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

The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

Work setting

• Urban area
• Private company, corporation or industry
• Head office

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• Supervise the preparation of drawings, specifications and other construction documents for use by contractors and tradespersons
• Conceptualize and design buildings and develop plans describing design specifications, building materials, costs and construction schedules
• Prepare sketches and models
• Conduct feasibility studies of building projects
• Supervision of technologists, technicians and other architects
• Proposal preparation
• Tender and administer contracts
• Write plans describing project specifications and construction schedules
• Monitor activities on construction sites to ensure compliance with specifications
• Conduct feasibility studies and financial analyses of building projects
• Coordinate work activities to ensure projects meet deadlines and budgets

Supervision

• 11-15 people
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• 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

Computer and technology knowledge

• Architectural software programs
• MS Project
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk REVIT
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• SketchUp
• Architectural drafting system
• Public buildings
• New construction
• Site inspections
• Commercial
• Institutional
• Interior and space planning
• Residential construction
• Restoration and/or preservation

Area of specialization

Additional information

Security and safety

• Enhanced reliability security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Organized
• Team player
• Leadership
• Disability benefits
• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

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