architectural design technician

YORKVILLE DESIGN CENTRE; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A design and architecture firm in Toronto is seeking a skilled architectural designer to create CAD models and supervise projects. Ideal candidates should hold a bachelor's degree, have over 5 years of experience, and excel in communication and detail orientation. The role offers competitive benefits and a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

Commission

Learning / training paid by employer

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Create 3D models and 2D drawings using CAD.
• Supervise architectural technical staff.
• 5 years or more experience in architecture.

Responsibilities

• Prepare working drawings and specifications.
• Monitor and inspect construction work.
• Assist in design development.

Skills

3-D modeling

2-D drawing

Supervision

Technical analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Illustrator

SketchUp

Job description

Overview

Durée de l'emploi : Permanent

Langue de travail : Anglais

Heures de travail : 42 to 50 hours per week

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• Architecture (BArch, BA, BS, BSc, MArch, MA, MS, MSc, PhD)
• Project management

Asset languages

• Hindi

Work setting

• Construction

Tasks

• Create three-dimensional (3-D) models with computer-aided design (CAD)
• Create two-dimensional (2-D) drawings with computer-aided design (CAD)
• Prepare proposals
• Analyze technical documents and reports
• Assist in supervising construction projects
• Prepare working drawings
• Supervise architectural technical staff
• Write specifications
• Monitor and inspect work
• Construct architectural and display models
• Assist in design development
• Prepare presentation graphics and drawings
• Computer-aided design (CAD)

Computer and technology knowledge

• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk REVIT
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• SketchUp
• InDesign

Type of related experience

• Architecture

Area of work experience

• Design

Architectural specialization

• Commercial and / or industrial construction
• Interior and space planning
• Renovation
• Residential construction

Transportation / travel information

• Willing to travel
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Own tools / equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player
• Punctuality

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?
• What is your current level of study?

Experience

• 5 years or more

Financial benefits

• Commission
• Night shift premium

Other benefits

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

Support for persons with disabilities

• Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example : ramps, elevators, etc.)

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Supports newcomers and / or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and / or refugees with experienced employees
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and / or refugees

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for youth

Supports for visible minorities

• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example : anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)