Lead Architect

Madisontaylordesign; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in Ontario seeks a Lead Architect to oversee custom residential projects. This role involves mentoring a team, ensuring design excellence, and fostering client relationships. The position offers growth potential and flexible work arrangements, emphasizing innovation and sustainability in architecture.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Ownership / Partnership opportunity

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in leading custom residential architectural projects.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead custom residential architectural projects with a focus on innovative design.
• Collaborate with landscaping and interior design leads for project integration.
• Oversee quality control and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship Building

Job description

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As an Architect at Madison Taylor Design, you will play a key role in overseeing custom residential architectural projects, ensuring high-quality, forward-thinking design and delivery. We are looking for someone who is passionate about innovative design solutions and building strong, lasting relationships with clients, collaborators, and team members. You will be responsible for mentoring a talented team of architectural technologists and working closely with landscaping and interior design project leads to seamlessly integrate architecture, landscape, and interior design elements. This leadership role presents an exciting opportunity to have a meaningful impact on both the firm’s projects and its future direction, with the potential for partnership within the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership : Lead custom residential architectural projects, focusing on creative, forward-thinking designs that exceed client expectations. Ensure design excellence, client satisfaction, and the timely delivery of projects. Guide and mentor a team of architectural technologists, fostering a collaborative environment and providing direction on technical design and construction documentation.
• Custom Residential Design Excellence : Focus on the unique challenges and opportunities of custom residential design, working closely with clients to bring their visions to life while pushing the boundaries of creativity and sustainability in residential architecture.
• Development & Review of Drawings : Develop, review, and approve architectural drawings and documents.
• Collaboration with Landscaping & Interior Design Leads : Actively collaborate with landscaping and interior design leads to ensure a seamless integration of architecture, landscape, and interior elements, ensuring a cohesive and holistic approach to each project.
• Quality Control & Innovation : Oversee the quality of work across projects, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, codes, and standards. Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and encourage innovative design approaches that align with sustainability and green building certifications.
• Relationship Building : Foster and maintain strong relationships with clients, collaborators, and partners, focusing on clear communication, trust, and the long-term success of each project. Leverage these relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals, contributing to the firm’s continued growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading custom residential architectural projects, with a focus on innovative and sustainable design.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills, with the ability to guide a team of technologists and collaborate across disciplines.
• Proficiency in developing, reviewing, and approving architectural drawings and documents.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, codes, and standards relevant to residential architecture.
• Ownership / Partnership opportunity within the firm.
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work options.
• A creative, collaborative work environment with a passionate team committed to innovation and quality.
• The opportunity to make a long-term impact on the firm’s success while growing both professionally and personally.

Madison Taylor Design is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment for all employees.

• Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
• Employment type : Full-time
• Job function : Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology