Intermediate Architect, Centrus

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

Job summary

A prominent architectural firm in Ottawa is seeking an architectural intern with a strong educational background and 5+ years of relevant experience. The candidate will assist in project design, validate plans, and ensure compliance with codes. Familiarity with BIM principles and software like REVIT and AutoCAD is essential. This role is part of a long-term, significant heritage project, providing a unique opportunity to impact national architecture. A flexible work environment and comprehensive benefits are included.

Benefits

Comprehensive and customizable benefits package

Flexible schedule and hybrid work environment

Telemedicine (24/7 access)

Reimbursement of professional dues

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in an Architectural consulting firm.
• Ability to obtain Reliability/Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist the architects and senior team members in project design.
• Construction detailing and researching appropriate materials.
• Validate plans with project programs and apply the code analyses prepared by senior architects.
• Review existing documentation and visit site to gather data for architectural drawings.
• Actively maintaining and progressing the professional requirements for provincial internship.

Skills

BIM principles & workflows

REVIT software

AutoCAD software

Microsoft 365 environment

Bluebeam

Visualization software (Sketchup, VRay, Enscape)

Adobe Creative Suite

Generative Design Tools

Bilingualism (English & French)

Education

Accredited professional architectural degree

Registration in provincial professional internship program

Job description

The Centre Block Rehabilitation Project is a complex long-term heritage renovation, rehabilitation, and rejuvenation project of national interest within the Parliamentary Precinct. The project is serviced by CENTRUS, a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team with members from A49 and other joint venture organizations. Working from Canada’s national capital, the team is focused on the extensive renovation, repair, upgrade, and replacement of various crucial components of the building. In joining this office, A49 team members have the opportunity to influence the way our nation’s Parliament works for the next 100 years.

Architecture49 (A49) is a growing firm with a wide range of career opportunities. Our offices, situated from coast to coast across Canada, serve distinct regions each with a local focus and sector specialties.We value work-life balance and support continuous learning to help our employees develop their skills and expertise as they build and evolve their careers with us. We offer a comprehensive and customizable benefits package, as well as a share purchase program and RRSP matching program. We also offer flexible schedule and a hybrid work environment; competitive salaries; flexible leave days; telemedicine (24/7 access); and reimbursement of professional dues.

A49 is committed to leveraging technology as a cornerstone of our design processes, methodologies, and procedures and are looking for individuals who share our philosophy of design through technology. While experience with digital design, production and visualization tools is preferred, if you share our passion for technology in design, A49 is where the next phase of your career should begin. Within our organizational culture,we are prepared to invest and partner in your development through a comprehensive evaluation, training, and mentorship programthat will empower you to utilize your expertise on projects that contribute to the growth and success of our practice, and your career.

Responsibilities

• Assist the architects and senior team members in project design.
• Construction detailing and researching appropriate materials.
• Validateplans with project programs andapply the code analyses prepared by senior architects.
• Review existing documentation and visit site to gather data for the preparation of architectural drawings, documentation, models and visualizations.
• Actively maintaining and progressing the professional requirements for provincial internship.

Qualifications

• Accredited professional architectural degree from a CACB recognized University.
• Registration in, or eligibility to register in, a provincial professional internship program.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in an Architectural consulting firm.
• Knowledge of BIM principles & workflows, REVIT software; AutoCAD software; Microsoft 365 environment; and Bluebeam.
• Preference given to candidates with knowledge of visualization software (Sketchup, VRay, Enscape); Adobe Creative Suite and Generative Design Tools.
• Bilingualism (English & French) is considered an asset
• Ability to obtain Reliability/Secret level security clearance

About Us

Why Choose Us?

Architecture49 is a growing firm with promising career opportunities for talented people. Our offices, situated from coast to coast across Canada, house a diverse and accomplished group of architects, interior designers, technologists, landscape architects, and support staff, and we are always looking for new people to enrich our team.

At A49, we foster friendly, open working environments where employees can thrive in a culture that values collaboration. We seek meaningful projects where we can build on our focused expertise and impact the communities in which we work. We strive to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues. We recognize the quality, motivation and commitment of our employees and celebrate their achievements.

Our offices have strong regional legacies, yet we are also a forward-thinking national firm focused on creativity, initiative, quality, sustainability and social responsibility. That sense of social responsibility extends to our employees and our commitment to their well-being and success.

Strategic Partnership

Architecture49 maintains a strategic business relationship with WSP, a global engineering consultancy. This provides enhanced opportunities for exposure to international projects and a wide range of multidisciplinary expertise. Further, WSP provides Architecture49 with a range of shared services, such as comprehensive benefits, training, and corporate programs.

Inclusion and Diversity

At Architecture49, we strive to create inclusive work environments for everyone. We are committed to supporting a workplace where diversity is embraced and our people are respected, valued, accepted, and are encouraged to reach their full potential. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) help us celebrate diversity and build a culture of belonging: Black Professional People Network; CIRCLE (Indigenous); VIBE (2SLGBTQIA+); Women of WSP; and the Developing Professionals Network.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and achieving a representative work environment that reflects our people, communities and clients. We encourage people from systemically marginalized groups to apply, including Indigenous Persons, Persons identifying with a disability/ies, 2SLGBTQIA+ Persons, Persons identifying as a visible minority, and Women.

At A49, we take accessibility seriously and accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For accommodation queries/requests please contact: [e-mail]

Architecture49 is committed to Truth and Reconciliation, and to Call to Action #92. We recognize that our practices directly build upon and benefit from the gifts of the earth, and affirm our commitment to continued learning, respect, and ongoing collaboration as we work to engage in decolonization and reconciliation.

Please Note

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of A49. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

Job Info

• Job Identification 72785
• Job Category Architecture
• Posting Date 09/15/2025, 01:12 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 150 Slater Street, Ottawa, ON, K1P 5M8, CA