Senior Architect

AECOM; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global infrastructure firm is seeking a Senior Architect to join their Burnaby BC team. This role focuses on high profile projects within a vibrant and growing architectural team. The ideal candidate will have a background in complex buildings and be proficient in Revit. This position offers a chance to work collaboratively and lead technical coordination, contributing to innovative designs and solutions.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• Minimum six years of relevant professional experience in complex buildings.
• Must be a Licensed Architect with OAA.
• Ability to conduct construction administration.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a senior architect on high profile projects.
• Prepare detailed architectural designs and specifications.
• Lead technical coordination and work with various disciplines.

Skills

Proficiency in Revit

Excellent communication skills

Strong creativity in design

Project Management Experience

Education

Bachelors degree in Architecture

Masters degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Photoshop

SketchUp

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

AECOM Buildings Places Architectural team is seeking a Senior Architect to join our Burnaby BC team.

AECOM Buildings Places Canada (BP Canada) is a vibrant and growing fully integrated team spanning architecture and other building disciplines including engineering, landscape architecture, urban planning, urban design, economics and asset management for design and infrastructure projects. Project assignments may include, although not limited to: Transit and Municipal, Commercial and Institutional projects, Justice, Education and Government.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a senior architect on high profile projects
• Prepare planning documents, conceptual and schematic designs, illustrations and graphics, construction details, construction documents, technical specifications and cost estimates for a wide variety of public and private sector projects
• Use computer software as a tool for solving architectural problems
• Maintain conformance with building standards, established architectural practices and applicable building codes
• Provide support to the Architectural Manager on all phases of building design projects as required
• Prepare creative, functional and innovative designs for clients
• Preparation of detailed architectural designs, architectural details and specifications
• Lead technical coordination and work with various disciplines to develop designs, meet with clients as required
• Assist in business development

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Architecture with six (6) years of relevant professional experience with complex buildings (science and technology, commercial, institutional, industrial, etc.)
• Proficiency in Revit is a must
• Must be a Licensed Architect with the OAA

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree from a recognized post-secondary institute or equivalent experience
• Ability to work within a dynamic multi-disciplinary in-house consultant team
• Thorough knowledge of building systems and construction detailing
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; strong problem identification and problem resolution skills
• Demonstrated strong creativity in design
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to work with various Canadian municipalities for permitting and development approvals process
• Strong conceptual and technical design skills
• Exceptional technical knowledge of building construction and the Ontario Building Code
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team player
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning
• Dedication to working hard with an all-hands-on-deck attitude towards completing the work efficiently and accurately
• Ability to conduct construction administration
• Project Management Experience is an asset
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop, SketchUp and other artistic methods necessary to convey creative ideas
• Experience in aviation, transit and water/wastewater treatment sectors considered an asset

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle, from advisory planning and design to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects—both in your local community and on a global scale—that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work : Employment Type

Full-time

Key Skills

Apache Hive, S3, Redshift, Spark, AWS, Solr, NoSQL, Data Warehouse, Internet Of Things, Kafka, DynamoDB, ZooKeeper

Experience

years

Vacancy

1