Defence Architect – BIM Expert, Hybrid Work

WSP; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture firm in Canada seeks an Experienced Architect to lead design projects and support the Canadian Armed Forces. Candidates should have a degree in architecture and at least 5 years of experience in architectural consulting. Proficiency in REVIT, BIM workflows, and bilingualism in English and French are essential. The role offers competitive benefits, including flexible schedules and a hybrid work environment, actively supporting professional development and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Comprehensive benefits package

Share purchase and RRSP matching programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in an architectural consulting firm.
• Currently registered, or will shortly be eligible to register, in a provincial professional internship program.
• Ability to obtain Reliability and Secret level security clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead / assist architects and senior team members in project design.
• Prepare construction detailing and research appropriate materials.
• Validate plans with project programmes and apply code analyses.
• Review existing documentation and gather data for architectural drawings.

Skills

Bilingualism (English and French)

Knowledge of BIM principles and workflows

Proficiency in REVIT

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Microsoft 365

Proficiency in Bluebeam

Experience with visualisation software (SketchUp, VRay, Enscape)

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite

Experience with generative design tools

Education

Accredited professional architectural degree from a CACB-recognised university

Job description

A leading architecture firm in Canada seeks an Experienced Architect to lead design projects and support the Canadian Armed Forces. Candidates should have a degree in architecture and at least 5 years of experience in architectural consulting. Proficiency in REVIT, BIM workflows, and bilingualism in English and French are essential. The role offers competitive benefits, including flexible schedules and a hybrid work environment, actively supporting professional development and inclusion.