Senior Architect

WSP; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent architecture firm in Ottawa seeks a Senior Architect to lead design solutions and a project team. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background with a minimum of 10 years of experience and must be a Registered Architect in Ontario. Expertise in BIM principles, REIT, AutoCAD, and software visualization is preferred. The role offers a collaborative work environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits. Join us in making a positive impact on our communities through innovative architectural projects.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible schedule

Hybrid work environment

Competitive salaries

Telemedicine access

Professional dues reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Architect in Ontario or eligible.
• 10+ years of experience in an architectural role.
• Knowledge of BIM principles and relevant software required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team in producing architectural design solutions.
• Lead multi-disciplinary project meetings and manage consultants.
• Ensure project delivery meets quality, cost, and schedule targets.
• Client communication and financial project management.

Skills

BIM principles

REVIT software

AutoCAD software

Visualization software

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft 365 environment

Bluebeam

Education

Registered Architect in Ontario (OAA)

Minimum of 10 years experience in a similar role

Job description

Architecture49 is seeking an Senior Architect to join our team in Ottawa, ON

Architecture49 is a growing firm with promising career opportunities for talented people. Our offices, situated from coast to coast across Canada serve distinct regions each with a local focus and sector specialties. We are an accomplished group of architects, interior designers, technologists, landscape architects, and support staff. At A49, we foster friendly, open working environments where employees can thrive in a culture that values collaboration and design excellence. We seek meaningful projects where we can build on our focused expertise and impact the communities in which we work.

Work-life balance is core to the A49 ethos, as is continuous learning and helping our employees to develop their skills and expertise as they build and evolve their careers with us. We offer a comprehensive and customizable benefits package, as well as a share purchase program and RRSP matching program. We also offer flexible schedule and a hybrid work environment; competitive salaries; flexible leave days; telemedicine (24/7 access); and reimbursement of professional dues.

In support of our design and practice excellence, A49 is committed to leveraging technology as a cornerstone of our design processes, methodologies, and procedures and are looking for individuals who share our philosophy of design through technology. We are prepared to invest and partner in your development through an evaluation, training, and technology mentorship programthat will empower you to utilize your expertise on projects that contribute to the growth and success of our practice, and your career.

Nestled in the heart of Canada’s capital city, our region boasts a rich history and specialization in public buildings for government clients and a diverse range of community buildings across our other market sectors. Our expertise shines through in work in the Security and Defence sector. Moreover, we have been privileged to lead historical preservation initiatives including Parliament Hill, safeguarding the iconic symbols of Canadian democracy for future generations. From government facilities that foster collaboration and efficient public service delivery to community centers that enrich the lives of residents, our team in Ottawa is dedicated to creating exceptional spaces that meet the needs of our clients and the communities they serve.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team in producing architectural design solutions and construction drawings
• Manage a group of architectural staff, leading project meetings, and coordinating other building disciplines on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Manage a team of consultants
• Client communication
• 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.
• Supporting the team on pursuing work through assisting with RFP preparation including schedule and fee

Qualifications

• Registered Architect in Ontario (OAA), or eligibility to be registered in the province
• Minimum of 10 years experience working in a similar role
• Preference given to candidates with knowledge of BIM principles & workflows, REVIT software, AutoCAD software, Visualization software, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft 365 environment and Bluebeam.

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 Diversity

At Architecture49, we strive to create inclusive work environments for everyone. We are committed to supporting a workplace where diversity is embraced and our people are respected, valued, accepted, and are encouraged to reach their full potential. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) help us celebrate diversity and build a culture of belonging: Black Professional People Network; CIRCLE (Indigenous); VIBE (2SLGBTQIA+); Women of WSP; 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 76950
• Job Category Architecture
• Posting Date 12/11/2025, 12:07 PM
• Job Schedule Full time