Production Lead, Architectural Design

WSP; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 101,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Architecture49 is seeking a senior technical lead in Ottawa to guide complex architectural projects from Design Development through construction, coordinating with clients, public-sector partners, and multidisciplinary teams. The role emphasizes BIM leadership in a fully Revit-based workflow, with budget oversight and coordination of permits, bids, and construction packages.

Located in the national capital region, the position offers collaboration within CENTRUS and joint venture partners,

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience delivering large-scale architectural projects from Design Development through construction.
• Experience in constrained spaces, resolving coordination and constructability challenges.
• Extensive BIM experience with BIM execution, coordination, clash detection, and model-based workflows.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit and production documentation in a fully Revit environment.
• Strong knowledge of National and Provincial building codes across jurisdictions.
• Ability to lead technical teams in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation with senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Project, Bluebeam and Adobe Acrobat.
• Must be eligible for PSPC Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical and production lead, acting as a key contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Lead and oversee complex project requirements, coordinating internal teams and external consultants.
• Provide strategic oversight of project budgets during Design Development and Production.
• Plan, lead, and facilitate client, consultant, and internal project meetings with clear decisions.
• Lead preparation, coordination, and issuance of permits, bids, and construction packages.
• Oversee site assessments and translate conditions into design solutions.
• Provide mentorship and BIM guidance to intermediate and junior staff.

Skills

Senior leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Coordination management

Public sector experience

Construction coordination

Tools

Revit

MS Project

Bluebeam

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical and production lead, acting as a key point of contact for clients, public-sector stakeholders, and project partners
• Lead and oversee complex project requirements, coordinating internal teams and external consultants from Design Development through construction completion
• Provide strategic oversight of project budgets during Design Development and Production phases, proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Plan, lead, and facilitate client, consultant, and internal project meetings, ensuring clear communication, documentation, and follow-through on decisions
• Lead the preparation, coordination, and issuance of all deliverables, including permit, bid, and construction packages, ensuring compliance with public-sector and regulatory requirements
• Oversee and coordinate site assessments and field reviews, translating site and construction conditions into coordinated design and production solutions

Provide mentorship, technical guidance, and performance support to intermediate and junior staff, fostering best practices in production, BIM, and design coordination

Qualifications

• Demonstrated senior-level experience delivering large-scale architectural projects from Design Development through construction completion, including public infrastructure and government-funded projects
• Proven experience working in constrained and complex spatial environments, with the ability to resolve coordination and constructability challenges
• Extensive experience delivering projects in a fully integrated BIM environment, with a strong understanding of BIM execution, coordination, clash detection, and model-based workflows
• Advanced proficiency in Revit, with a clear, practical understanding of Revit-based production, coordination, and documentation standards; We work entirely in a Revit environment
• Strong understanding of National and Provincial building codes and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions
• Proven ability to lead technical teams while collaborating effectively in a multidisciplinary environment
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, with experience engaging senior stakeholders and public-sector clients
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Project, Bluebeam and Adobe Acrobat
• **Must be eligible for PSPC Secret clearance

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $110,600 – $146,500
MB & ON: $100,900 – $139,000
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $99,900 – $132,700

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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 Belonging

At Architecture49, we strive to create inclusive work environments for everyone. We are committed to supporting a workplace where our people are respected, valued, accepted, and are encouraged to reach their full potential. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) help us build a culture of belonging: Black Professional People Network; CIRCLE (Indigenous); VIBE (2SLGBTQIA+); WOW (Women); 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 94365
• Job Category Architecture
• Posting Date 09/03/2026, 06:37 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 150 Slater Street, Ottawa, ON, K1P 5M8, CA