Architect - Lifestyle - Senior - Toronto

Gensler; Toronto; On-site; CAD 98,500 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

RRSP contributions

Job summary

Gensler is seeking an experienced Architect in Toronto to lead a team of architects and technical designers, driving client projects from concept through build. You will oversee coordination across disciplines, ensure compliance with codes, and guide innovative design solutions.

The ideal candidate holds a professional architecture degree, 10+ years in commercial design, licensure, and proficiency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• 10+ years of experience in a commercial design firm.
• Experience in lifestyle projects (retail, hospitality, entertainment, etc.).
• Licensed Architect.
• Experience with Revit, Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office.
• Working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures.
• LEED, WELL, Passive House, or related accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, civil consultants etc.
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials
• Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges
• Maintain project manual and specifications
• Conduct and document site visits, process submittals, substitution requests, and RFI’s during construction

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Client communication

Team management

Technical design guidance

Documentation coordination

Building codes knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam Revu

Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

MS Office

Job description

Your Role

As a Gensler Architect, it’s your job to lead a team of architects and technical designers to deliver unparalleled architectural projects. Leverage your industry experience and technical acumen to drive client projects from concept through build.

Description

As a Gensler Architect, it’s your job to lead a team of architects and technical designers to deliver unparalleled architectural projects. Leverage your industry experience and technical acumen to drive client projects from concept through build.

What You Will Do

• Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, civil consultants etc.
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials
• Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges
• Maintain project manual and specifications
• Conduct and document site visits, process submittals, substitution requests, and RFI’s during construction

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
• 10+ years of experience in a commercial design firm
• Experience in lifestyle projects (retail, hospitality, entertainment, etc.)
• Licensed Architect
• Experience with Revit, Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office.
• Working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures
• LEED, WELL, Passive House, or related accreditation preferred

Please include work samples in a PDF format.

The base salary range will be estimated between $98,500 - $120,000.

Gensler’s total compensation package is multi-layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June.

To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler.

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions, our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

Perks: We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, paid holidays, paid time off. We also offer contributions to the RRSP and twice annual bonus opportunities. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinity Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under applicable regulatory laws.

Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable regulatory laws.

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