Senior Project Designer - Architecture - Transit/Aviation

City Build Recruitment; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/remote work options

Job summary

City Build Recruitment seeks a Senior Project Designer for its transportation studio in Toronto, focusing on aviation, transit, and multimodal infrastructure.

The candidate will lead design across all phases, work with architects, engineers and consultants, and deliver high-quality drawings and models. Hybrid/remote options are available; salary ranges CAD 90,000–125,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of professional design experience.
• Experience across all phases of architectural projects.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Familiarity with MEP and structural building systems and building codes.
• Experience with transportation infrastructure projects (aviation or transit) is an asset.
• Experience working with public agencies or transportation authorities is beneficial.
• Registration with a professional architectural association is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop architectural design solutions for transportation infrastructure projects.
• Compile and analyze project data to understand project requirements and constraints.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to coordinate design intent.
• Integrate engineering requirements, site conditions, and code compliance into design solutions.
• Prepare design drawings, reports, and models in accordance with office standards.
• Conduct site visits and field reviews to monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with design documentation.
• Review shop drawings and project deliverables to ensure alignment with project requirements and quality standards.

Skills

Transportation design

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Architecture degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job Openings Senior Project Designer - Architecture - Transit/Aviation

About the job Senior Project Designer - Architecture - Transit/Aviation

Toronto, ON

A global architecture and engineering firm is seeking a Senior Designer to join its transportation studio in Toronto. The team delivers complex aviation, transit, and multimodal infrastructure projects, working with both public and private sector clients to develop efficient and future-focused transportation facilities.

This role is suited to an experienced architectural designer who is passionate about large-scale infrastructure and transportation design. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and project teams to develop strong design solutions that respond to project context, technical requirements, and client goals.

The Senior Designer will contribute across all phases of the project cycle, supporting design development, coordination with consultants, and the production of high-quality documentation and presentations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop architectural design solutions for transportation infrastructure projects

• Compile and analyze project data to understand project requirements and constraints

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to coordinate design intent

• Integrate engineering requirements, site conditions, and code compliance into design solutions

• Prepare design drawings, reports, and models in accordance with office standards

• Conduct site visits and field reviews to monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with design documentation

• Review shop drawings and project deliverables to ensure alignment with project requirements and quality standards

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture or a related discipline

• 10+ years of professional design experience

• Experience working across all phases of architectural projects

• Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite

• Familiarity with MEP and structural building systems and applicable building codes

• Experience with transportation infrastructure projects, including aviation or transit facilities, is considered an asset

• Experience working with public agencies or transportation authorities is beneficial

• Registration with a professional architectural association is considered an asset

What the Firm Offers

• Opportunity to contribute to large-scale transportation and infrastructure projects

• Collaboration with a multidisciplinary global design team

• Flexible working arrangements with hybrid and remote work options

• Competitive compensation in the range of $90,000 – $125,000 annually