Junior Architectural Designer

Prime Minister of Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 66,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Ottawa is looking for a Junior Architectural Designer to provide architectural design solutions and support various infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a college diploma in architecture, experience with AutoCAD, and strong collaboration skills. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement and a competitive salary ranging from $66,126 to $91,012 annually, along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

Pension plan

Disability and life insurance

Qualifications

• Membership in a provincial architectural technologist association is an asset.
• Experience in preparing architectural tender/construction drawings.
• Capacity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide architectural design solutions for infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with contractors, consultants, and clients.
• Support renovations, restorations, and new constructions.

Skills

Rhinoceros 3D

Bluebeam

Adobe Creative Suite

Drafting

AutoCAD

Revit

Education

College diploma in Architecture

Tools

Sketch

Adobe InDesign

Sketchup

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples (including First Nations, Inuit, and Métis), persons with disabilities, and racialized persons.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Ottawa

Organizational Unit: Real Property Planning and Management

Classification: TO-3

Tenure: Term

Duration: 2 years

Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative BBB / BBB

Work Arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of onsite and telework). Employees who telework will be required to travel to the work site at least three times per week at their own expense.

Indigenous candidates may be eligible for an exception to the standard work arrangement due to their community connections. For more information, please contact the hiring team.

Discover the possible

At the NRC, you will be part of Canada's leading research and technology organization, recognized as one of Canada's 2025 Top Employers for Young People, a Top Employer in the National Capital Region, and Forbes Canada's Best Employers.

We foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and growth, encouraging you to discover your potential and contribute to impactful research and technological advancements.

The Role

We are seeking a Junior Architectural Designer to support our Real Property Planning and Management Branch. The successful candidate will share our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect, and Creativity.

The RPPM leads NRC's recapitalization projects and delivers research facilities and real property renewal projects to support NRC's transformation into a more advanced research and technology organization.

The Junior Designer will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, providing architectural design solutions, drawings, and specifications to meet research environment requirements and support infrastructure projects, including renovations, restorations, and new constructions across various disciplines.

Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with contractors, consultants, clients, and stakeholders are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Screening Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate the following in their application:

Education:

College diploma in Architecture. Membership in a provincial architectural technologist association (e.g., AATO, OTPQ) is an asset. For foreign credentials, see Degree equivalency.

Experience:

• Experience preparing architectural tender/construction drawings using AutoCAD, specifications, and cost estimates for commercial and institutional projects.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and contractors on construction or renovation projects.
• Experience in accommodation management services related to office fit-ups.
• Experience delivering small-scale accommodation projects.

Condition of Employment:

Reliability Status, requiring a background check over 5 years.

Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative BBB / BBB

Assessment based on technical and behavioral competencies, including design knowledge, code standards, AutoCAD proficiency, and client focus.

Compensation: From $66,126 to $91,012 per annum, plus an $800 bilingualism bonus for eligible candidates.

Benefits include a pension plan, health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, and workplace supports.

Notes:

• Recognition as a top employer in 2025 for various categories.
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for one year.
• Preference for Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents; citizenship info should be included.
• Adherence to safe workplace practices is required.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Questions regarding the requisition (24041) should be directed via email or phone.

Closing Date: 14 July 2025, 23:59 Eastern Time

Current NRC employees should apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module.

Required Experience: Junior IC

Key Skills: Rhinoceros 3D, Bluebeam, Construction Experience, Adobe Creative Suite, Detailing, Sketchup, Drafting, Adobe Photoshop, AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch, Adobe InDesign

Employment Type: Temp

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary: $66,126 - $91,012