Architectural Designer

Parsons; Markham; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in York Region is seeking a Graduate Architect to join their team. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD, along with a Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture and 3-5 years of experience. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within the critical infrastructure sector.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Employer paid provincial care premiums

Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)

Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Life insurance

Paid time off

Sick leave

Gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of post-graduate experience required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in architectural design software.
• Ability to work independently on architectural assignments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct architectural studies and develop design concepts.
• Prepare construction specifications and related reports.
• Review and issue detailed design and construction drawings.

Skills

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Architectural design standards and practices

Sketching

Rendering

Model-building

Presentation drawing

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Job description

Overview

Parsons Professional Services Incorporated is a Toronto & Markham based practice with projects in the transit and transportation sector. We work closely as an integrated practice and have developed high standards of communication, project documentation, contract administration, and risk management. We are currently seeking a Graduate Architect to join our growing practice on a full-time basis. Salary to be commensurate with experience and expertise.

POSITION OVERVIEW: Independently performs a wide variety of conventional and moderately complex architectural assignments by applying architectural design standards, practices, and techniques. The incumbent at this level regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment in developing original designs and is proficient in the utilization of standard architectural techniques.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD software is a must-have for this position.
• Performs a variety of assignments such as conducting architectural studies, developing design concepts and design criteria, and preparing related reports. Reviews CAD drawings, renderings, layouts, study models, and construction documents.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Writes construction specifications and prepares detailed requisitions for equipment and materials.
• Interfaces with suppliers as required. Coordinates work with engineering and construction representatives onsite.
• Reviews approves, and issues detailed design and construction drawings and specifications prepared by others.
• Provides technical guidance to others working on the same or similar projects.
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture (or equivalent) is required with 3-5 years of post-graduate experience. Professional registration is not required at this level. Demonstrated proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD software is a must-have for this position.

Skills/Competencies

Requires proficiency in the application of architectural design standards, practices, and techniques, as well as a demonstrated proficiency in sketching, rendering, model-building, and presentation drawing. General proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit software are required.

About Parsons / Benefits

For more information, visit https://www.parsons.com/canada/

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what\'s next! We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle! Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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