Architect

MGA I Michael Green Architecture; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative architecture firm based in Vancouver is looking for a seasoned architect with over 8 years of experience across various project types. The role involves leading complex projects, mentoring junior designers, and communicating design concepts effectively. Local Vancouver experience and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit are highly valued. This position offers a salary range of $90,000 to $120,000 based on experience, along with competitive benefits, promoting a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Adventure Bonus

Collaborative and fun environment

Qualifications

• 8+ years of architectural experience across a range of project types.
• Experience leading large, complex projects through various project phases.
• Exceptional design planning, and ability to communicate design concepts to a range of audiences.
• Ability to apply working knowledge of municipal & government processes, as well as building codes & bylaws.
• Excitement to uphold and story tell the MGA vision.
• Local Vancouver experience (BCBC, VBBL, Passive House or NetZero are big bonuses!).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage teams in the coordination of large scaled and complex projects.
• Create and explore high quality design and planning concepts across numerous projects.
• Work effectively with internal teams, clients, consultants, vendors, and contractors.
• Mentor, advise, and coach a team of talented junior and intermediate designers.
• Promote and lead office-wide initiatives, and support marketing and business development pursuits.
• Instill and promote a culture of learning and development in the company.

Skills

Architectural experience

Leadership in projects

Design planning

Communication of design concepts

Municipal processes knowledge

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in Adobe Suite

Proficiency in Microsoft Suite

Education

Registered architect

Job description

Michael Green Architecture is a Vancouver-based architecture and design studio creating innovative, sustainable projects that push the boundaries of technology and construction to benefit communities and environments around the world—from cultural installations and private homes to residential master plans and university campuses. With 400+ projects across more than 20 countries, we design for people and our planet.

Our team is internationally recognized for leadership in mass timber and low-carbon design, delivering some of the most significant timber buildings in the world. We work on projects both small and large—and always exciting—at home and abroad, from Google’s first ground-up mass-timber workplace in Sunnyvale, CA to a new culture and community center in Gällivare, Sweden. Recent recognition includes Architizer’s 2025 Best Global Sustainable Firm.

What we’re looking for:

As architects and designers, we have an ambitious obligation; it’s our job to reshape the quality and longevity of life on earth through the lens of design. We are committed to designing solutions that push boundaries. Our values are rooted in inclusive collaboration, evolution, community, and most simply – a love for our planet. This is an opportunity to be integrally involved in leading a team that is creating significant change in our industry.

What you’ll get up to:

• lead and manage teams in the coordination of large scaled and complex projects
• create and explore high quality design and planning concepts across numerous projects
• work effectively with internal teams, clients, consultants, vendors, and contractors
• work in a team-oriented environment – mentor, advise, and coach a team of talented junior and intermediate designers
• promote and lead office-wide initiatives, and support marketing and business development pursuits
• instill and promote a culture of learning and development in the company with your empathetic leadership style

What we value:

• 8+ years of architectural experience across a range of project types
• Experience leading large, complex projects through various project phases
• Exceptional design planning, and ability to communicate design concepts to a range of audiences
• Ability to apply working knowledge of municipal & government processes, as well as building codes & bylaws
• Excitement to uphold and story tell the MGA vision
• Registered architects preferred
• Local Vancouver experience (BCBC, VBBL, Passive House or NetZero are big bonuses!)
• Proficient knowledge of: AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Suite

Salary range: $90,000 to $120,000 depending on experience

MGA is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package (including an Adventure Bonus!) and the opportunity to grow with our team in a collaborative and fun environment. We are only accepting applications from candidates who can live and work with us in beautiful Vancouver, BC and are registered with the AIBC, or eligible to be registered in the province of British Columbia.