Project Lead, Senior Architect

Azure Publishing; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Extended long weekends

Job summary

Akb Architects in Toronto is seeking a Project Lead, Senior Architect to oversee highly detailed residential projects, ensuring superb project management, documentation, and client services. The boutique studio emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, and balanced professional growth.

The role requires an experienced leader with a strong design sensibility, proficiency in Revit and Enscape, and a track record of delivering high-end residential work in Ontario. On-site work is required.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of post-graduate experience in architecture.
• Professional degree in architecture and licensure track.
• Registered architect or pursuing licensure.
• Project management experience leading internal teams.
• Knowledge of Ontario Building Code (Part 9).
• Experience with envelope detailing for high-end single-family homes.
• Ability to navigate zoning/by-laws and permit processes.
• Experience with construction documentation, shop drawing reviews, and on-site reviews.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from Pre-Design through Construction Administration.
• Coordinate architectural documentation with structural and MEP consultants.
• Lead client communications and coordinate contractors, consultants, and officials.
• Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to complex design challenges.
• Analyze building codes and authorities with jurisdiction.
• Conduct site visits, process submittals, substitutions, and RFIs during construction.
• Mentor junior/intermediate staff and improve internal processes.
• Integrate sustainable practices into all projects.

Skills

15+ years exp

Project management

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Client coordination

Leadership

Revit experience

Education

Professional degree in architecture

Tools

Revit

Enscape

Job description

Project Lead, Senior Architect Discipline Architecture Posted On August 27, 2026 Closing Date September 10, 2026 Company Akb Architects Location Toronto , Canada Highlights Salary Range $100k+ (commensurate with experience)

Akb Architects is seeking a Project Lead, Senior Architect to join its boutique Toronto-based firm of 14 dedicated professionals. A highly awarded, internationally recognized architecture practice renowned for design excellence in the private residential sector, the firm takes pride in its collaborative culture, unwavering commitment to excellence, outstanding client services and passion for meaningful design.

They are seeking highly motivated, talented individuals who value both a supportive office culture and work-life balance. The boutique-size studio allows for deep involvement in every stage of the architectural process, while its commitment to mentorship ensures steady professional development and career growth.

If you are inspired by the idea of working on exceptional projects with a sophisticated clientele and a passionate, sustainability-minded team, they would love to hear from you.

Position Overview

A Project Lead, Senior Architect at Akb leads highly detailed, complex residential projects, delivering exceptional project management including technical documentation, consultant coordination and superior client services.

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively manage projects from Pre-Design through to completion of the Construction Administration phases
• Effectively coordinate architectural documentation with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape and other consultants as required
• Act as primary point of contact for projects during all stages, leading communication with clients, and proactively managing and coordinating contractor, consultants and building and permitting officials
• Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges
• Analyze applicable building codes, by-laws, other authorities with jurisdiction, and technical documents
• Conduct and document site visits, process submittals, substitution requests, and RFI’s during construction
• Mentor junior and intermediate staff members and contribute to the ongoing improvement of internal processes and office culture
• Integrate sustainable practices into all projects

Qualifications

• Efficient time management skills
• Excellent communications skills
• Strong design sensibility, technical skills and problem-solving ability
• Highly detail-oriented
• Flexible and able to juggle multiple projects
• Ability to work well with team members, consultants and clients
• Positive attitude and motivated to achieve
• Proficient with Revit and Enscape

Education & Experience

• 15+ years of post-graduate work experience in an architectural practice
• Professional degree in architecture
• Registered architect or working towards licensure
• Project management experience, including managing an internal team
• Working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code (Part 9)
• Ability to navigate various city/townships Zoning By-laws, Authorities with Jurisdiction, Building Permit Applications and Committee of Adjustment
• Experience and expertise in construction documentation, including envelope detailing for high-end, custom single-family residential projects
• Experience with contract administration, shop drawing review, as well as on-site reviews and reporting
• Project budgeting experience regarding project phases and internal hours budgets, as well as contractor pricing exercises, construction tenders, and value engineering
• Experience producing clear, visually engaging design documents including drawings, renderings, and presentation files
• Working knowledge of sustainable practices during all project phases
• Remote work is not an option for this role.

Assets

• Member of the Ontario Association of Architects
• Member of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
• LEED and/or Passive House accreditation and knowledge of sustainable technologies
• Ontario driver’s license (for site visits)

What They Offer

• A collaborative, design-driven environment
• Opportunity to work closely with partners and contribute meaningfully to the studio’s success
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Opportunities for professional development
• Additional paid leave during winter holidays, plus summer hours providing extended long weekends