Real Estate Development – Designers, Improvements

Aritzia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Product Discount

Baby Leave Program

A-OK Commissary & Cafe

The SET Fitness Studio

Aritzia Virtual Wellness

Aspirational Workplace

Amenities

Job summary

Aritzia is seeking a Designer, Improvements to join the Architecture Department in Vancouver. You will translate design intent into accurate, executable documentation, respecting existing conditions while evaluating customer and operational experience.

Work with cross‑functional partners to develop layouts, technical details, and Revit documentation that respond to site constraints and constructability. The role offers opportunities to grow within Real Estate Development and beyond.

Qualifications

• Proven skills, certifications, education and/or experience in building technology, Revit, and other AEC applications.
• A degree in Architecture is preferred.
• A commitment to learn and apply Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver architectural design solutions for Improvements projects that align with brand standards, existing conditions, operational requirements, and project objectives.
• Advance projects through schematic design, design development, and technical documentation phases, leveraging Revit‑based studies and coordinated design solutions to support informed decision‑making.
• Produce accurate and constructible drawing packages that maintain design integrity and support seamless project execution.
• Ensure designs achieve engineering, code, accessibility, and landlord requirements while preserving overall design intent.
• Collaborate with consultants and cross‑functional partners to deliver coordinated, feasible, and high‑quality design outcomes.
• Support successful project delivery through effective management of site information, schedules, drawing documentation, permitting activities, and consultant coordination.

Skills

Revit

Architectural design

Building technology

AEC software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Job description

It's what we do and how we do it — together.

It's working alongside world-class talent in pursuit of world-class results.

It's maximizing your potential in a high-performance culture.

It's knowing that wherever you are, you belong.

It's elevating your world — and the world of those who love and will love Aritzia.

It's You. And an endless runway of opportunity.

With a Global Support Campus in Vancouver and additional Support Office hubs in major cities across North America — including Toronto, New York, Los Angeles and Seattle — our workplace network is strategically designed to support our People and serve our Clients a frictionless experience. So, you can do what you do best — with us.

THE TEAM

The mission of the Architecture Department is to unite the creative vision, technical execution, and coordinated project delivery under one strategic approach, ensuring every project is thoughtfully designed, documented, and seamlessly delivered.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing, and our Architecture team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the Improvements team responsible for delivering strategic, well‑coordinated improvements projects that enhance, adapt, and extend the life of our existing physical spaces. As the Designer, Improvements, you will play a key role in translating design intent into accurate, executable documentation that respects existing conditions while evaluating the customer and operational experience. You will help develop layouts, technical details, and coordinated Revit documentation that respond to site constraints, operational continuity, and constructability. Working closely with cross‑functional partners, you will ensure design solutions are feasible, brand‑aligned, and deliverable within active retail environments. And, with the skills you gain in this role, the opportunities are endless, from a rewarding career in Real Estate Development to continued success at Aritzia.

THE ROLE

As the Designer, Improvements, you will:

• Deliver architectural design solutions for Improvements projects that align with brand standards, existing conditions, operational requirements, and project objectives.
• Advance projects through schematic design, design development, and technical documentation phases, leveraging Revit‑based studies and coordinated design solutions to support informed decision‑making.
• Produce accurate and constructible drawing packages that maintain design integrity and support seamless project execution.
• Ensure designs achieve engineering, code, accessibility, and landlord requirements while preserving overall design intent.
• Collaborate with consultants and cross‑functional partners to deliver coordinated, feasible, and high‑quality design outcomes.
• Support successful project delivery through effective management of site information, schedules, drawing documentation, permitting activities, and consultant coordination.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The Designer, Improvements has:

• Proven skills, certifications, education and/or experience in building technology, Revit, and other AEC applications.
• A degree in Architecture is preferred.
• A commitment to learn and apply Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles.

THE PERKS

Some of the industry‑leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia:

• Product Discount — Maybe you’ve heard of our famous product discount? Or our exclusive private shopping events? You have now.
• Baby Leave Program — We provide up to 16 weeks of paid time to support you and your growing family.
• A-OK Commissary & Cafe — Everyday Luxury dining, exclusive to Aritzia. Our in‑house bistro and cafe is a private oasis where employees can enjoy curated, subsidized Everyday Luxury dining.
• The SET — Our in‑office fitness studio and gym with state‑of‑the‑art equipment, custom‑created classes and optional personal training. Open 7 days a week, it works out well.
• Aritzia Virtual Wellness — Because your health, happiness and safety matter, we provide 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals, whether they’re physical, mental, social or financial.
• Aspirational Workplace — Our offices are specially designed to be spaces of creativity, productivity and inspiration. They’re also dog friendly. Woof.
• Amenities — Additional amenities include a private parent’s room, shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences, bike rooms and more.
• The Extras — We also offer a multitude of other perks like dry‑cleaning, hotel and restaurant discounts, self‑care promos and on‑site medical care.

ARITZIA

Aritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture Team.

We’re committed to making your experience positive and transparent. Please note, our recruiters will only contact you using an @aritzia.com email address. If you receive recruitment‑related messages from other domains, please disregard them.