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At AECOM, we\xe2\x80\x99re delivering a better world. We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it\xe2\x80\x99s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We\xe2\x80\x99re one global team \xe2\x80\x93 47,000 strong \xe2\x80\x93 driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world. Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you\xe2\x80\x99re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion \xe2\x80\x93 a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts \xe2\x80\x93 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers \xe2\x80\x93 leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let\xe2\x80\x99s get started.


AECOM\xe2\x80\x99s growing Architectural Design practice Building & Places is currently seeking an Architectural Manager for immediate employment in the Kitchener office. The appropriately qualified candidate will be responsible for managing the Architectural Team as the group works together to put out Architectural designs for important clients. This person will be responsible for overseeing our active projects, as well sourcing new work to keep the architectural group strong and growing with the goal being expanding AECOM\xe2\x80\x99s architectural presence within the local and Canadian marketplace. We are seeking someone passionate about architectural design, someone ambitious who is interested in advancing their career. Job Summary: The Kitchener Buildings + Places Team is a multi-disciplinary group consisting of 40 professionals across Architecture; Structural, Mechanical and Electrical engineering; and landscape disciplines. The Architectural Team specifically, consists of 16 professionals currently working on projects mostly in public safety, commercial and municipal buildings. As a people manager, the Architectural Manager will be responsible for mentoring and guiding the team to success. In addition to design development and drawing review, the Architectural Manager will also be responsible client communication, consultant coordination, and contract administration. The successful candidate must be a licensed architect with strong, hands-on technical knowledge as well as proven experience leading a team through all phases of a project. The responsibilities of this position also include, but are not limited to:

• Perform as Senior Architect
• Maintain, develop and coordinate all aspects of the architectural practice
• Prepare creative, functional and innovative designs for clients
• Develop, manage and grow the architecture department
• Lead and manage a design team to produce fully coordinated architectural working drawings and project specifications
• Supervise and mentor within a team environment. Provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced architects, designers and technical staff; provide direction to help others meet objectives
• Write and coordinate winning proposals, attract new clients and retain current clients as required
• Manage financial and cost control aspects of architectural led projects
• Meet with clients to discuss potential new work and/or review project requirements
• Collaborate with management on preparation of project proposals; oversee architectural development proposals and feasibility studies
• Communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization
• Preparation of design and contract documents, document checking, conduct construction review and contract administration throughout the duration of a project
• Communicate with construction team to provide information and solve problems

Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Architecture
• Professional Architect, licensed with the OAA
• 8+ years of architectural design experience of public safety, commercial and municipal buildings, as well as experience managing projects and people

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of architectural design experience of public safety, commercial and municipal buildings, as well as experience managing projects and people preferred

• broad skills in all phases of project delivery

• Exceptional Team building and mentoring skills

• Thorough knowledge of building systems and construction detailing
• Strong business acumen and people manager skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrated strong creativity in design
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills
• Exceptional technical knowledge of building construction and the Ontario Building Code
• Ability to supervise production of a number of projects simultaneously
• Ability to work within and lead in a team environment
• Ability to co-ordinate with a multi-disciplinary in-house consultant engineering team
• Multi-tasking is very important for this position, combined with attention to detail, time management and organizational skills
• Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), Outlook, Adobe
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, REVIT, Photoshop, Sketchup, and other artistic methods necessary to convey creative ideas
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning
• Must be dedicated to working hard with an all-hands-on-deck attitude towards completing the work efficiently and accurately
• Must possess a valid driver\'s license

Additional Information: Relocation is not available for this position. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Architecture
• Professional Architect, licensed with the OAA
• Eight (8+) years of architectural design experience of public safety, commercial and municipal buildings including experience managing projects and people.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ten (10+) years of architectural design experience of public safety, commercial and municipal buildings, including experience managing projects and people
• Broad skills in all phases of project delivery
• Thorough knowledge of building systems and construction detailing
• Demonstrated strong creativity in design
• Exceptional technical knowledge of building construction and the Ontario Building Code
• Strong business acumen and people manager skills.
• Ability to co-ordinate with a multi-disciplinary in-house consultant engineering team. Ability to work within and lead in a team environment. Exceptional Team building and mentoring skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills. Strong presentation skills. Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills
• Ability to supervise production of a number of projects simultaneously. Multi-tasking is very important for this position, combined with attention to detail, time management and organizational skills
• Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), Outlook, Adobe
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, REVIT, Photoshop, Sketchup, and other artistic methods necessary to convey creative ideas
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning
• Must be dedicated to working hard with an all-hands-on-deck attitude towards completing the work efficiently and accurately
• Must possess a valid driver\'s license

Additional Information: Relocation is not available for this position. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Additional Information
Additional Information: Relocation is not available for this position. Sponsorship is not available for this position. With infrastructure investment accelerating worldwide, our services are in great demand, and there\xe2\x80\x99s never been a better time to be at AECOM! Join us, and you\xe2\x80\x99ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm \xe2\x80\x93 access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We\xe2\x80\x99re the world\xe2\x80\x99s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we\xe2\x80\x99re in this together \xe2\x80\x93 your growth and success are ours too. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person\xe2\x80\x99s potential, and we\xe2\x80\x99ll help you reach yours.
With infrastructure investment accelerating worldwide, our services are in great demand, and there\xe2\x80\x99s never been a better time to be at AECOM! Join us, and you\xe2\x80\x99ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm \xe2\x80\x93 access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We\xe2\x80\x99re the world\xe2\x80\x99s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we\xe2\x80\x99re in this together \xe2\x80\x93 your growth and success are ours too. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person\xe2\x80\x99s potential, and we\xe2\x80\x99ll help you reach yours. Join us and let\xe2\x80\x99s get started.