Senior Architect

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a top-tier architecture studio in Calgary that values creativity and innovation. As a Senior Architect, you'll lead projects, mentor junior team members, and engage with clients to deliver exceptional design solutions. This dynamic and collaborative environment offers a flexible hybrid work culture, competitive compensation, and real opportunities for career growth. If you're ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, idea-driven setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Top-tier compensation

Full benefits

Flexible hybrid work environment

Mentorship and continuing education

Spending accounts

Opportunity for growth into senior leadership

Qualifications

• Must be a registered AAA Architect or eligible for registration in Alberta.
• Portfolio should reflect creativity, functionality, and beauty.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from concept through completion.
• Mentor junior architects and oversee project execution.
• Engage closely with clients for exceptional outcomes.

Skills

Project Design

Technical Problem-Solving

Client Engagement

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Registered Architect (AAA)

9+ years of relevant experience

Job description

Position:Senior Architect (AAA or Eligible)
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Compensation: $90,000 – $130,000 (based on experience)
Firm: Established, Multi-Disciplinary Architecture & Design Studio
Related Titles: Project Architect, Associate Architect, Design Architect, Senior Associate, AAA Architect

Join a Firm That Designs With Purpose

We’re thrilled to be partnering with a top-tier architecture studio in Calgary renowned for pushing boundaries across institutional, cultural, commercial, and mixed-use spaces. With a thriving office and a legacy of award-winning projects, they’re seeking aseasoned, registered Architectto join their growing team—offering not just a job, but a platform for creative leadership and career advancement.

Your Role: Architect

As a registered AAA Architect—or one ready to register in Alberta—you’ll lead projects from concept through completion. You'll shape bold design solutions, guide project teams, and serve as the key liaison between client vision and built reality.
What You’ll Do:

• Spearhead project design, development, and technical problem-solving
  Be involved in business development tasks including proposals
• Engage closely with clients to deliver exceptional outcomes
• Direct and mentor junior architects and team members
• Oversee timelines, budgets, QA/QC standards, and sustainability integration
• Coordinate across disciplines to ensure seamless project execution
• Drive architectural excellence from sketches to site
  Some other leaderships tasks dependant on the level you're hired at (senior architect, associate, senior associate)

WHAT'S REQUIRED

• 9+ yearsof relevant experience, including public (education/civic) and commercial work
• Registered with theAAA(or eligible for registration in Alberta)
• Portfolio that blends creativity, functionality, and beauty
• Outstanding communication and organizational prowess
• Collaborative mindset with an eye for leadership
• Creative thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, idea-driven environment
  

What’s in It for You:

• Dynamic and collaborative team culture
• Top-tier compensation+ bonus + full benefits + spending accounts
• Flexible hybrid workenvironment
• Strong commitment tomentorship and continuing education
• Realopportunity for growthinto senior leadership

If you're ready to bring your creative energy, technical expertise, and leadership potential to a studio that values innovation and impact, we’d love to hear from you.

WHAT TO DO NOW
If you're interested in this Architect role click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Laura Shalev at [e-mail]. We thank all candidates for their application, however, only candidates who meet the criteria above will be contacted.

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