architect

Acton Ostry Architects Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Vancouver is looking for an experienced architect to manage architectural projects and work with clients on building designs. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree and at least 5 years of experience, with strong skills in architectural software and project management.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Flexibility with paid time off

Learning/training paid by employer

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in architecture or related field.
• Proven project management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Adjust designs considering budget and materials.
• Consult with clients for renovations and construction projects.
• Generate detailed building plans and drawings.

Skills

Architectural software programs

Client focus

Excellent written communication

Team player

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Autodesk REVIT

Adobe Photoshop

MS Office

SketchUp

Adobe Suite

InDesign

Job description

Work Term: Temporary

Work Language: English

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Education: Master's degree

Experience: 5 years or more

Work setting

• Architectural firm

Tasks

• Adjust their designs to conform to limiting factors such as budget allocation and cost of materials
• 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
• Project management
• Supervise the preparation of drawings, specifications and other construction documents for use by contractors and tradespersons
• Work in limiting factors, such as town planning laws and environmental impact assessments
• Conceptualize and design buildings and develop plans describing design specifications, building materials, costs and construction schedules
• Urban planning
• Construction site supervision
• Prepare sketches and models
• Perform architectural research
• Conduct feasibility studies of building projects
• Supervision of technologists, technicians and other architects
• Write plans describing project specifications and construction schedules
• Interior design (general)
• Monitor activities on construction sites to ensure compliance with specifications
• Conduct feasibility studies and financial analyses of building projects

Supervision

• Working groups

Computer and technology knowledge

• Architectural software programs
• Adobe Photoshop
• MS Office
• Autodesk REVIT
• SketchUp
• Adobe Suite
• InDesign

Area of work experience

• Project coordination

Architectural specialization

• Public buildings
• New construction
• Renovation
• Commercial
• Institutional
• Interior and space planning
• Residential construction
• Restoration and/or preservation

Area of specialization

• Drafting

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities