Architectural Designer

Collage; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Certification membership dues

Employee referrals

Job summary

Hariri Pontarini Architects in Toronto seeks an Architectural Designer to support private residential design projects, collaborating with Design Leads and multidisciplinary teams to deliver design solutions on time and within budget.

You will contribute to Concept, Schematic, and Design Development stages, conduct material research, and ensure compliance with City of Toronto approvals and the Ontario Building Code, leveraging Revit, BIM, AutoCAD, SketchUp and Excel.

Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in architecture.
• 5+ years of professional architectural design experience.
• Design of private residential development projects.
• Experience with Concept Design, Schematic Design and Design Development.
• Knowledge of City of Toronto approvals and submission documents.
• Working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code.
• Sketching and drawing ideas/concepts.

Responsibilities

• Establish design parameters of projects based on client requirements and HPA’s design perspective
• Create presentations and strategies under the guidance of the Design Lead and Design Manager
• Create and develop Concept Designs, Schematic Designs and Design Developments
• Conduct material and product research
• Attend project meetings and the technical training needed
• Be aware of decision-making related to design
• Collaborate with various internal teams and contribute to team objectives
• Proactively seek solutions to prevent workflow disruptions

Skills

Architectural design

Sketching and drawing

Communication and collaboration

Time management

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Degree in architecture

Tools

Revit

BIM

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Excel

Job description

Design & Approvals Full Time Toronto, ON $75,000 - $100,000 CAD per year

Hariri Pontarini Architects is a leading Canadian architectural and urban design firm. Driven by a commitment to design excellence, our 120-person practice is committed to advancing cities through enduring buildings and inspired public spaces. Our firm’s portfolio covers a diverse range of cultural, academic, mixed-used, multi-unit and private residential, healthcare and commercial projects.

Position Description

Join our team at Hariri Pontarini Architects as an Architectural Designer and play a key role in supporting the development and delivery of private residential design projects. You will collaborate with Design Leads, Design Managers, and multidisciplinary project teams to create innovative design solutions that align with client objectives, design excellence, project timelines, and budget requirements.

If you are eager to contribute to innovative and impactful architectural work, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow your design expertise while helping shape distinctive private residential homes.

Positions Responsibilities

• Establish design parameters of projects based on client requirements and HPA’s design perspective
• Create presentations and strategies under the guidance of the Design Lead and Design Manager
• Create and develop Concept Designs, Schematic Designs and Design Developments
• Conduct material and product research
• Attend project meetings and the technical training needed
• Be aware of decision-making related to design
• Collaborate with various internal teams and demonstrate a cooperative attitude and willingness to contribute to the team's objectives
• Proactively seek solutions/guidance to prevent disruptions to workflow

Position Requirements/Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in architecture
• 5+ years of professional architectural design experience
• Design of private residential development projects
• Experience with Concept Design, Schematic Design and Design Development
• Knowledge of the City of Toronto and other city approval processes and submission documents
• Working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code
• Skills in sketching and drawing ideas/concepts
• An OAA or other professional architecture membership/designation is an asset
• WHMIS and Working at Heights Training is an asset
• The tools and software that you will be using in this role:
• Revit
• BIM
• AutoCAD
• Sketchup
• Excel
• Communication and Collaboration Skills
• Organization
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
• Team Player

Position Compensation

• $75,000 - $100,000

Position Location

At Hariri Pontarini Architects (HPA), our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where collaboration and innovation thrive. We are proud to be a Great Place to Work in Canada (2022–2025/2026) and one of the Best Workplaces in Professional Services (2024 and 2025).

Our studio space is a spacious, open environment that reflects our design philosophy and supports collaboration and innovation in working spaces. We believe architecture has the power to elevate the human experience, and our workplace is designed with that intentionality. Our studio features ergonomic furniture, spacious workstations, advanced IT tools, and state-of-the‑art facilities.

HPA offers core working hours of Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with hybrid and flexible work options. Our competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, professional certification and membership dues, and employee referral bonuses.

We take pride in our vibrant studio culture, which includes annual holiday events, ski days, weekly snack afternoons, ping pong tournaments, and a company softball team.

HPA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities and are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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We do not use artificial intelligence at any stage of our recruitment, screening, or hiring process.