Senior Architectural Designer — Lead Design & Permitting

Sobkow Technologies Inc.; Brandon; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages & benefits

Training and support

Job summary

Keller Developments in Brandon, Manitoba seeks a Senior Architectural Designer to lead design and drawing packages for residential, commercial, and multi-residential projects within Myria Design. You’ll guide concepts through permit-ready documentation, coordinating with PMs, engineers, and consultants.

Responsibilities include ensuring compliant, feasible designs; mentoring junior designers; reviewing drawings; and visiting sites as needed. Strong AutoCAD and building-code knowledge required.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in building design or drafting.
• Ability to manage projects at a senior level.
• Post-secondary education in Architectural Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Expert proficiency in AutoCAD or similar design software.
• Knowledge of building codes, regulations, zoning, and permitting processes.
• Experience coordinating designs with project managers, engineers, architects, or other consultants.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A valid Class 5 driver’s licence and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Develop architectural and structural design drawing packages for residential, commercial and multi-residential projects.
• Lead design development from initial concepts through permit-ready and tender documentation.
• Work with project managers to understand client needs, project scope, timelines, and contract requirements.
• Access design feasibility and identify potential construction, coordination, or compliance issues.
• Coordinate drawings with civil designers, engineers, architects, surveyors, and other consultants.
• Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, code compliance, construction feasibility, and alignment with project requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and drawing review support for junior designers.
• Research building codes, bylaws, products, and construction components as needed.
• Visit project sites to take measurements, assess existing conditions, or prepare as-built drawings.
• Issue drawings at project milestones and follow established review and submission procedures.
• Review shop drawings and incorporate approved information into design documents when required.
• Support project managers, superintendents, and foremen with design questions, sketches, and drawing revisions during construction.

Skills

Senior-level project management

Architectural design

Coordination with stakeholders

Written and verbal communication

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Architectural Technology/Engineering Technology related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Civil 3D

Job description

Keller Developments in Brandon, Manitoba seeks a Senior Architectural Designer to lead design and drawing packages for residential, commercial, and multi-residential projects within Myria Design. You’ll guide concepts through permit-ready documentation, coordinating with PMs, engineers, and consultants.

Responsibilities include ensuring compliant, feasible designs; mentoring junior designers; reviewing drawings; and visiting sites as needed. Strong AutoCAD and building-code knowledge required.