Senior Architectural Project Manager

Architecture49 Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,900 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Architecture49 Inc. is looking for a qualified Architectural Manager for its Ottawa team. The successful candidate will lead a team in producing exceptional architectural design solutions and construction drawings suitable for government and community projects.

Applicants should possess a License as an Architect, at least 10 years of experience, and expertise in BIM, REVIT, AutoCAD, and related tools. This position offers competitive salaries based on qualifications and experience, along with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in a similar role.
• Client communication and team management skills required.
• Experience with Security & Defence and mixed-use projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team producing architectural design solutions.
• Lead project meetings and coordinate building disciplines.
• Ensure project delivery meets cost, quality, and schedule targets.

Skills

BIM principles & workflows

REVIT software

AutoCAD software

Visualization software

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft 365 environment

Bluebeam

Education

Licensed Architect or professional designation/education in a design/construction focused field

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Job description

Ottawa

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 planning, scheduling, forecasting and staffing and working with accounting to achieve the desired results.
• Review monthly project performance data including utilization, multipliers, revenue analysis (profit/loss), hard and soft backlog, client/ consulting invoicing, work in progress and accounts receivable, overhead optimization, and overall quality of work.
• Support the team on pursuing work through assisting with RFP preparation including schedule and fee

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).

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect or professional designation/education in a design/construction focused field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification would be considered an asset.
• 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.
• Experience with Security & Defence and mixed-use projects would be considered an asset.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $110,600 – $146,500

MB & ON: $100,900 – $139,000

NB, NL, NS, PEI & 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and achieving a representative work environment that reflects our people, communities and clients.