Technical Designer - Mid Level

Gensler; Toronto; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Wellness programs

Paid holidays & PTO

RRSP contributions

Annual bonuses

Licenses & exam reimbursements

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Gensler in Toronto is seeking a Technical Designer who blends creativity with technical rigor to deliver functionally beautiful spaces for clients. Join our design team where architecture is engaging and collaborative.

You will produce in Revit accurate technical and contract documentation, coordinate plans and specifications, participate in construction administration, and create 3D renderings (Enscape preferred) to communicate design concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Professional experience using Revit on projects.
• Proficient in Enscape, Bluebeam Revu, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience on ground-up or building transformation projects.
• Knowledge of local codes, zoning, materials, and construction techniques.
• Experience in construction documentation and field observation.
• Commitment to sustainability in building practices.

Responsibilities

• Produce in Revit accurate technical and contract documentation for construction.
• Coordinate project plans, specs, and material selections to reflect design intent.
• Support construction administration, bids, site visits, and QA/QC during construction.
• Collaborate with consultants, contractors, fabricators, spec writers, and regulators.
• Create 3D renderings using Enscape to communicate design concepts.

Skills

5+ years of experience

Sustainability

Ground-up/building transformation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master of Architecture preferred

Tools

Revit

Enscape

Bluebeam Revu

Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

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.

Description

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.

Please include work samples in PDF format.

The base salary range will be estimated between $72,500 - $90,000.

Gensler’s total compensation package is multi-layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June.

To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler

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.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under applicable regulatory laws.

Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable regulatory laws.

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