Technical Designer - Cities - Mid Level

Gensler; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in architecture seeks a Technical Designer for its Toronto office. The role involves creating functional designs using Revit, ensuring quality control, and coordinating with project teams. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in construction documentation and a commitment to sustainability.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Wellness programs

Paid holidays and time off

Contributions to RRSP

Twice annual bonus opportunities

Professional development reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement for eligible programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Professional experience working in Revit.
• Knowledge of local building codes and construction techniques.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate technical and contract documentation in Revit.
• Participate in construction administration and quality control.
• Coordinate with consultants and contractors.

Skills

Proficient in Enscape

Revit

Bluebeam Revu

Adobe Create Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Master of Architecture

Job description

Your Role

As a Gensler Technical Designer in our Toronto office your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. With you as part of the design team, architecture has never been so engaging.

What You Will Do

• Produce in Revit accurate technical and contract documentation for construction of project
• Provide project team coordination for finished plans, specification, and material selections; ensure design intent is incorporated into the construction documentation
• Participate in construction administration, evaluate bids, conduct site visits, address technical issues, and maintain quality control during construction
• Work with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives
• Participate in the creation of 3D software renderings – Enscape preferred - to communicate design concepts

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture minimum, Master of Architecture preferred
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience
• Professional experience working in Revit
• Proficient in Enscape, Bluebeam Revu, and Adobe Create Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).
• Experience working on ground-up or building transformation projects
• Knowledge of local building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes, building materials, specifications, and construction techniques
• Experience in construction document preparation and field observation
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required.

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions, our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

Perks: We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, paid holidays and paid time off. We also offer contributions to the RRSP and twice annual bonus opportunities. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes.We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.

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