Technical Designer - Mid Level

Gensler; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in Toronto is seeking a Technical Designer to create beautifully functional spaces. This role involves producing detailed construction documentation in Revit, coordinating with teams, and ensuring sustainability practices. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, at least 5 years of professional experience, and proficiency in design software. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, wellness programs, and education reimbursements.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Wellness programs

Paid holidays and time off

RRSP contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate technical and contract documentation in Revit.
• Coordinate project team for specifications and material selections.
• Participate in construction administration and maintain quality control.

Skills

Revit

Enscape

Bluebeam Revu

Adobe Create Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)

Sustainable building practices

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.