Architect Team Lead

GKC Architecture & Design; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

GKC Architecture & Design in Mississauga is seeking a Team Lead Architect to provide technical leadership, oversee drawings, and ensure project delivery across our Canadian portfolio. You will mentor junior staff, coordinate with consultants and contractors, and uphold building codes and GKC standards to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

Ideal candidates hold an OAA licence with 10+ years of industry experience, including industrial projects and recent project-management exposure.

Qualifications

• OAA licence
• More than 3 years of experience in industrial projects in the last 5 years.
• Minimum 10 years of industry experience, including involvement in complex architectural projects.
• Recent experience in project management and stakeholder relations. (At least 2 years)
• Advanced proficiency in Revit and BIM coordination tools.
• In-depth knowledge of building codes, technical standards, and construction practices.
• Proven ability to manage complex technical projects and anticipate risks.
• Strong technical leadership and the ability to supervise and motivate teams.
• Adaptability and creativity in addressing technical challenges.
• Clear, proactive, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage priorities in fast-paced, complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and lead architectural project activities in collaboration with the Project Director.
• Supervise the production of drawings, details, and technical specifications prepared by junior and intermediate architects and technologists.
• Ensure all deliverables comply with applicable building codes and internal GKC standards.
• Manage technical communications with consultants, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Identify technical risks and unforeseen issues and propose timely and effective solutions.
• Mentor, guide, and support team in their day-to-day tasks and professional development.
• Represent the technical team in interdisciplinary coordination meetings as required.

Skills

Technical leadership

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

BIM coordination

Adaptability

Problem solving

Stakeholder relations

Education

OAA licence

Tools

Revit

BIM coordination tools

Job description

At GKC, we design and deliver inspiring architectural environments where people work, collaborate, and thrive. Our firm completes office, commercial, and industrial projects across Canada through a collaborative, rigorous, and quality-driven approach.

We are seeking a Team Lead Architect to provide technical leadership, ensure excellence in project delivery, and support the development of our technical teams.

The Role

Reporting to the Associate Project Director, the Team Lead Architect is responsible for the technical coordination and supervision of architects and technologists on architectural projects of varying complexity. You will ensure the quality of technical deliverables, compliance with building codes and GKC standards, and adherence to project schedules, while fostering collaboration and continuous skill development within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and lead architectural project activities in collaboration with the Project Director.


• Supervise the production of drawings, details, and technical specifications prepared by junior and intermediate architects and technologists.


• Ensure all deliverables comply with applicable building codes and internal GKC standards.


• Manage technical communications with consultants, contractors, and other project stakeholders.


• Identify technical risks and unforeseen issues and propose timely and effective solutions.


• Mentor, guide, and support team in their day-to-day tasks and professional development.


• Represent the technical team in interdisciplinary coordination meetings as required.

Profile Sought

• OAA licence


• More than 3 years of experience in industrial projects in the last 5 years.


• Minimum 10 years of industry experience, including involvement in complex architectural projects.


• Recent experience in project management and stakeholder relations. (At least 2 years)


• Advanced proficiency in Revit and BIM coordination tools.


• In-depth knowledge of building codes, technical standards, and construction practices.


• Proven ability to manage complex technical projects and anticipate risks.


• Strong technical leadership and the ability to supervise and motivate teams.


• Adaptability and creativity in addressing technical challenges.


• Clear, proactive, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.


• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage priorities in fast-paced, complex environments.

What We Offe r

• A collaborative, people-focused, and stimulating work environment.


• Diverse and technically challenging projects across Canada.


• A hybrid work model with a primarily in-office presence in Mississauga.


• A competitive total compensation program including base salary and bonus.


• 4 weeks’ vacation and 5 personal days.


• Company insurance from day one (including medical and dental coverage).


• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.

Interested in This Opportunity?

If you are a seasoned architectural technologist with strong leadership skills and a passion for technical excellence and team development, we would love to meet you.