Project Architect

Architecture49 Inc.; Kingston; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A49 is seeking a Project Architect to work remotely or in a hybrid setting within the Seaway Corridor Region. Key responsibilities include managing architectural staff, producing designs, and providing mentorship. The position requires a registered architect in Ontario with at least 5 years of relevant experience and knowledge of digital design principles. Join a forward-thinking firm that values collaboration and professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible schedule

Telemedicine access

Professional dues reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Ability to effectively communicate and deliver services in French.
• Demonstrated remote team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a group of architectural staff remotely.
• Produce architectural design solutions and construction drawings.
• Conduct internal reviews and ensure compliance with codes.

Skills

Team Management

Technical Mentoring

BIM Principles

Digital Design

Communication in French

Education

Registered Architect in Ontario

Tools

REVIT

Bluebeam

Microsoft 365

Job description

Job Description

Project Architect (Remote/hybrid)

Ontario Seaway Corridor Region

Architecture49 (A49) is seeking a Project Architect resident in the Seaway Corridor Region to join our team on a remote or hybrid basis.

Architecture49 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 program that will empower you to utilize your expertise on projects that contribute to the growth and success of our practice, and your career.

Seaway Corridor

Architecture49’s Seaway Corridor Region is an office with deep ties across eastern Ontario. With bustling communities nestled along the St. Lawrence River, the region has a vibrant culture that uniquely combines the slow pace of small farming towns, with growing city centres. Bordered by Kingston, Ottawa and Montreal, our designers are sought out for their expertise in educational projects while expanding the practice to various sectors such as community impact, commercial spaces, and industrial hubs. Our architects know the beauty of both the rural and urban landscape, creating the perfect blend of small-town values and innovative designs with a focus on projects that serve to help communities prosper.

Responsibilities

• Remotely manage a group of architectural staff, leading project meetings, and coordinating engineering consultants on multi-disciplinary projects
• Contribute to the production of architectural design solutions and construction drawings
• Performinternal reviews and quality checks of the drawings to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and guidelines
• Provide technical mentoring and leadership to less experienced staff
• Guide contract administration including reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, conducting field visits, and working with construction contractors
• Coordinate with management to address the financial aspects of a project including planning, scheduling, forecasting and staffing to achieve desired results
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Registered architect in Ontario, or the ability to be registered
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Demonstrated ability working with and managing teams remotely considered an asset
• Ability to effectively communicate and deliver services in French considered an asset
• Preference given to candidates with knowledge of BIM principles and workflows, REVIT software, Microsoft 365 environment, and Bluebeam
  
  
  

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]

Reconciliation

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).