Principal Architect

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions; British Columbia; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected architecture and planning firm seeks a Principal Architect for leadership in institutional and healthcare projects in British Columbia. This is an opportunity to use your extensive experience to guide major projects, develop client relationships, and contribute strategically to the firm's growth. As a high-impact leader, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of this firm, mentoring staff and facilitating collaboration among senior leadership.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including extended health/dental

Hybrid work environment with flexibility

Relocation and/or signing bonus available

Qualifications

• 20+ years of architectural experience with 10+ in institutional/healthcare projects.
• Demonstrated success in business development and managing client relationships.
• Experience leading capital projects valued between $25M–$150M.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across large-scale public projects.
• Guide client relationships and pursue new project opportunities.
• Mentor and coach internal staff to build leadership capacity.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Mentorship

Client relationship management

Business development

Education

Registered Architect (AIBC)

Job description

Principal Architect
Institutional, Healthcare & Campus Projects
Vancouver, BC
Strategic Leadership. High-Impact Work. Long-Term Vision.
Salary Range: $140,000 - $170,000+ (Based on experience & value brought)

About the Firm
We’re representing a highly respected, mid-sized architecture, planning, and interior design firm with deep roots in British Columbia. With a reputation for delivering complex, community-serving projects across education, healthcare, and civic sectors, this firm is entering its next phase of strategic growth and is seeking a senior-level leader to help guide that evolution.

With multiple offices across the province and a long-standing portfolio of impactful institutional and campus projects, the firm offers both the stability of an established practice and the opportunity to lead something truly meaningful.

Why Join This Team?
This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned architect with strategic vision, deep sector experience, and strong relationship-building skills to step into a Principal-level role with long-term influence. You’ll join a collaborative leadership team, guide major projects and operations, and play a key role in the firm's next chapter.

About the Role
Our client is seeking a Principal-Level Architect with over 20 years of experience, including a minimum of 10 years leading complex post-secondary, K–12, healthcare, institutional, and community projects. The ideal candidate has led projects from vision to delivery ranging from $25M to $150M.

This role is ideal for someone who brings not just design and project leadership, but strategic foresight, a passion for mentorship, and a track record of building strong, long-term client relationships. You’ll also play a vital role in business development and operational growth alongside the firm’s senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across a portfolio of large-scale public and institutional projects

• Guide client relationships and actively pursue new project opportunities across BC and beyond

• Lead multi-phase projects through visioning, design, technical development, and construction

• Mentor and coach internal staff to build leadership capacity and high-performing teams

• Advise on delivery models (P3, IPD, CM, DB, etc.) and drive project performance

• Collaborate with partners and senior leaders on firm operations, growth, and internal systems

• Lead stakeholder engagement, change management strategies, and operational evaluations

• Contribute to a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous learning

Qualifications

• 20+ years of architectural experience, with 10+ years in institutional and healthcare work

• Registered Architect (AIBC) required

• Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management

• Experience leading capital projects valued between $25M–$150M+

• Familiarity with construction methodologies: CM, P3, Design-Build, IPD, Stip Sum

• Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and business operations acumen

• Skilled in mentorship, coaching, and team capacity building

• Legally eligible to work in Canada

What’s On Offer

• Highly competitive compensation package reflective of experience and leadership contribution

• Comprehensive benefits including extended health/dental, HSA/LSA

• Hybrid work environment (3 days in office) with added flexibility for work-life balance

• Relocation and/or signing bonus available for the right candidate

• Direct influence on firm-wide direction, operations, and strategic growth

• A values-driven, collaborative culture where leadership is shared and trusted

If you’re a senior architect or design executive ready to step into a high-impact leadership role, one where your design experience, strategic mindset, and passion for mentorship all align, this could be the opportunity to define the next chapter of your career.

Apply today or reach out directly to Dara Chita at [e-mail] to learn more.

Job #16705497

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