Senior Architect

WSP; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 101,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Architecture49 is seeking a seasoned architect to lead teams in Ontario, delivering architectural design solutions and construction drawings. The role requires strong leadership, client advisory skills, and deep BIM knowledge across REVIT and AutoCAD workflows.

The candidate will oversee project meetings, manage staff and disciplines, and ensure projects meet cost, quality, and schedule targets. Willingness to travel to Thunder Bay area is expected.

Qualifications

• Registered architect in Ontario (OAA).
• 15+ years experience in a similar role.
• Extensive knowledge of Provincial and National standards and codes.
• Knowledge of BIM principles & workflows, REVIT, AutoCAD, Microsoft 365 & Bluebeam.
• Experience with Visualization software and Adobe Creative Suite is an asset.
• Experience with Indigenous communities relationships is an asset.
• Experience in K-12 or post-secondary education is an asset.
• Ability to communicate in French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage teams in producing architectural design solutions and construction drawings.
• Manage a group of architectural staff, lead project meetings, coordinating all other disciplines.
• Perform internal reviews and quality checks to ensure codes and standards compliance.
• Serve as a senior client advisor.
• Provide technical and administrative oversight to meet client needs within cost, quality and schedule targets.
• Manage the financial aspects including planning, scheduling, forecasting and staffing.
• Travel to communities and work sites in the Seaway Corridor.

Skills

Team leadership

Project oversight

Client liaison

Budget planning

Travel readiness

Education

Ontario licensed architect (OAA)

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

Microsoft 365

Bluebeam

Visualization software

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

The rugged beauty of Ontario’s north inspires our region to work beyond the project and focus on the communities we serve. Our team dedicates themselves to developing our business and First Nation community relationships throughout Northern and Northwestern Ontario. Our architectural focus and experience are centered on community economic development and the overall betterment of lives in small outlying communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage teams in producing architectural design solutions and construction drawings.
• Manage a group of architectural staff, leading project meetings, and coordinating all other building disciplines on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Performinternal reviews and quality checks of the models and drawings to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Serve as a senior client advisor
• Provide technical and administrative oversight to ensure that both the internal and external client needs are met and that the projects are delivered within cost, quality and schedule targets.
• Manage the financial aspect of the project including planning, scheduling, forecasting and staffing and working with accounting to achieve the desired results.
• Travel to communities and work sites in the Seaway Corridor.

Qualifications

• Registered architect in Ontario (OAA).
• 15+ years experience in a similar role.
• Extensive knowledge of both Provincial and National related standards and codes.
• Knowledge of BIM principles & workflows, REVIT software, AutoCAD software, Microsoft 365 environment and Bluebeam.
• Experience with Visualization software, and Adobe Creative Suite would be considered an asset.
• Experience establishing and maintaining relationships with Indigenous communities would be considered an asset.
• Experience in K-12 or post-secondary education an asset.
• Ability to effectively communicate and deliver services in French would be considered an asset.

Applicants must live in, or be willing to relocate to, the Thunder Bay, Ontario area.A relocation allowance may be considered if required.

Compensation:

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $110,600 – 146,500
MB & ON: $100,900 – 139,000
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $99,900 – 132,700

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes

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 Belonging

At Architecture49, we strive to create inclusive work environments for everyone. We are committed to supporting a workplace where our people are respected, valued, accepted, and are encouraged to reach their full potential. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) help us build a culture of belonging: Black Professional People Network; CIRCLE (Indigenous); VIBE (2SLGBTQIA+); WOW (Women); 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]

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).

Job Info

• Job Identification 97249
• Job Category Architecture
• Posting Date 10/09/2026, 06:04 PM
• Job Schedule Full time