Architecture Lead

Mattamy Homes; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading homebuilding company in Peel Region, Mississauga, is seeking an Architecture Lead who will provide strategic architectural leadership. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as a licensed architect and strong skills in managing complex projects. This hybrid position requires collaboration with various teams to ensure compliance and innovation in residential construction. Join a firm committed to creating a diverse workplace while shaping communities across Canada.

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect in Ontario with stamping authority.
• Over 10 years of experience in architecture or engineering leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of building science and structural systems.
• Proven track record in managing large, complex projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of building science, structural systems, and MEP integration.
• Expertise in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM workflows, and building codes.
• Strong business acumen and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute architectural vision for product development.
• Ensure compliance, constructability, and design integrity.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams of technical architects.
• Establish governance for design standards, QA and risk management.
• Drive adoption of advanced technologies (BIM, digital twins, modular systems).
• Collaborate with Design, R&D, and Manufacturing to maintain project alignment.
• Review and approve drawings for accuracy, constructability and compliance.

Skills

Licensed Architect in Ontario

Building science understanding

Managing large projects

Strong communication skills

Expert in AutoCAD

Expert in Revit

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM workflows

Job description

Location: Mississauga, Ontario – Hybrid (4 days/week in office)

Department: Product Development Team

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports to: Senior Vice President, Integration

When it comes to forward-thinking homebuilding and thoughtfully planned communities, Canadians think of Mattamy Homes. And that success is centred on a foundation of great people, because our team is as solid as they come. At Mattamy, we are optimistic, hardworking and supportive. Together we learn and grow as we strive to create a positive impact in the homebuilding industry. Contributing to the Mattamy Way means being surrounded by caring people who encourage you to be exactly who you are. It means your opinion is invited and your contributions count. And it means a career filled with pride, knowing you’re part of an environmentally‑conscious, action‑oriented organization with big plans for the future. The opportunity to bring the future of living to homeowners based on what Canadians value is exciting – and we’re making it happen.

What We Offer

The Architecture Lead will provide strategic leadership and coordinate the technical architecture function within the Product Development Team (PDT). This role requires a licensed architect with stamping authority to serve as the Architect of Record and ensure compliance, constructability, design integrity, and innovation across all product development initiatives. The Architecture Lead will lead a multidisciplinary team of technical architects and act as the central point of integration between design, engineering and manufacturing processes, driving efficiency and consistency across architectural deliverables.

What You’ll Do

• Define and execute the architectural vision for product development, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy.
• Serve as the Architect of Record, providing professional seal/stamp on drawings and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Lead and coach multidisciplinary technical architects.
• Contribute to establishment of governance for design standards, quality assurance and risk management and ensure they are worked within.
• Drive adoption of advanced technologies (BIM, digital twins, modular systems).
• Champion continuous improvement and standardization of architectural practices.
• Act as primary liaison with external consultants, regulatory bodies, and industry associations.
• Oversee permitting and compliance processes at a corporate level.
• Ensure seamless integration of architectural, structural, and MEP systems within product designs.
• Collaborate with Design, R&D, and Manufacturing teams to maintain alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Review and approve architectural and engineering drawings for accuracy, constructability, and compliance.
• Apply building codes (Part 3 & Part 9) and internal quality standards to all deliverables.
• Drive continuous improvement in design processes, leveraging BIM and advanced modeling tools (Revit, AutoCAD).
• Support development of “The Rule Book” for standardized design practices across PDT.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect in Ontario (OAA) with authority to stamp drawings.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in architecture or engineering leadership roles, ideally in residential or modular construction.
• Proven track record in managing large, complex projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of building science, structural systems, and MEP integration.
• Expertise in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM workflows, and building codes.
• Strong business acumen and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Bonus Points

• Experience with advanced manufacturing or modular building systems.
• Strategic thinker with ability to balance design excellence and operational efficiency.
• Influential leader with a collaborative and innovative mindset.

We encourage applicants who meet most of the role requirements to hit that submit button and apply! It’s okay if you don’t have 100% of the requirements. If you’re the right candidate, we’ll help you learn and grow.

About Mattamy Homes

Mattamy Homes is the largest family‑owned homebuilder in North America, with 40‑plus years of history across Canada and the United States. Every year, Mattamy helps more than 8,000 families realize their dream of home ownership. In Canada, our communities stretch across the Greater Toronto Area as well as in Ottawa, Calgary and Edmonton.

At Mattamy, we’re passionate about creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work. Diversity and inclusion are important to the work we do to support our homebuyers, colleagues, and communities. From how we build our teams to cultivating our leaders, we’re on a journey toward a welcoming, barrier‑free culture for everyone.

Access and Accommodation

Mattamy Homes Canada is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any aspects of the selection process, please notify us on your application and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Qualified applicants will be contacted directly by the Talent Acquisition team.

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