Junior Architect/Designer

Urbacon; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Urbacon is seeking an Architect/Technologist to produce technical drawings and ensure designs meet aesthetic and functional standards in compliance with building codes. Your role spans design, production documents, specifications and contract administration in a small office.

You will prepare proposal drawings and 3D renderings, develop construction documents, and coordinate with senior architects on MEP systems while addressing environmental and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in architecture or construction environments.
• Strong knowledge of materials and methods of general construction.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing proposal drawings, design concepts, and 3D renderings for feasibility studies.
• Support detailed design development and production of construction documents and specifications.
• Coordinate structural, mechanical and electrical systems with design teams.
• Evaluate environmental, legal and regulatory requirements and assist in obtaining approvals.
• Contribute to design-build execution and constructability reviews.
• Prepare tender documentation and client presentation materials.
• Research materials and building codes to support project development.
• Attend site meetings and assist in coordination and design reviews.

Skills

English communication

Education

University/College architecture degree

OAA designation asset

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

Reporting to the Architect Consultant, the successful candidate will be responsible for producing technical drawings, and ensuring that designs meet both aesthetic and functional standards in compliance with building codes and regulations. Because we are a small office the successful candidate will be involved in all aspects including design, production documents, specs and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing proposal drawings, design concepts, and 3D renderings for feasibility studies.
• Support the detailed design development, including production of construction documents and specifications.
• Collaborate with senior architects and consultants to coordinate structural, mechanical and electrical systems within the design.
• Help evaluate and incorporate environmental, legal and regulatory requirements, including assistance in obtaining necessary approvals.
• Participate in design-build execution, contributing to design efficiency and constructability reviews.
• Aid in the preparation of tender documentation and client presentation materials.
• Conduct research on materials, codes and innovative solutions to support project development.
• Attend site meetings and contribute to coordination and design review suggestions.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as required.

Candidate Requirements

• University or College degree in Architecture / Technology
• OAA designation is considered an asset
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in architectural or construction environments
• Highly organized with excellent English communication skills
• Knowledge of materials and methods of general construction. Strong understanding of building science and detailing
• Proficient in AutoCAD. Revit and BIM design tools are a perquisite.
• Experienced with building practices and the Ontario Building Code is an asset
• Site reviews and contract administration experience is an asset
• Interested in working on commercial offices & retail, industrial, data centres, mission critical facilities, and interiors.
• Class G Ontario Driver’s License is an asset

Skills

• Because we are a small office the successful candidate will have involvement in all aspects of the office including design, production documents, specs and contract administration
• Preparing AutoCAD and Revit-BIMdrawings while managing layers, units, scaling, and x refs
• Design/technical detailing, as required for project execution
• Select and Resolve materials and methods of general construction
• Managing project documentation, including emails & shop drawings
• Develop and manage each project’s Revit model
• Assist as required with construction administration activities, including shop drawing review, specifications, and site instructions

Location & Commitments

• This position requires on-site presence – 5 days a week

Salary Range: $ 50,000 - 80,000

U rbacon is an equal opportunity employer committed to abiding by all equal opportunity employment standards.

Urbacon is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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