Intermediate Architect Or Architectural Designer

Toronto, ON, Canada

Job Description

We are looking to hire an intermediate architect or architectural designer for our downtown Toronto design studio. You will work closely with all members of the studio including the architecture and landscape teams and will report directly to a partner. Projects will include multi-unit and single-family housing, institutional and commercial buildings, heritage buildings, adaptive reuse, renovations, interiors, public realm, research, and experimentation. Responsibilities
  • Manage/support projects from concept through contract administration;
  • Develop and prepare concept designs and refine projects under guidance of a senior leader;
  • Research and resolve technical and design issues through design development and construction drawings;
  • Analyze and apply technical reports, codes, by-laws and other regulations;
  • Prepare presentations, attend client meetings, prepare permit/approvals and construction drawings;
  • Manage and coordinate consultant work;
  • Assist senior staff in the completion of site visits/evaluations and reports.
  • Support the contract administration process;
  • Manage your own work and ensure it meets office standards and project deadlines;
  • Prepare drawings using Vectorworks and other modelling software;
  • Develop strong relationships with clients and internal teams;
  • Other related duties will be assigned as required.
Qualifications
  • Master's of Architecture;
  • Motivated and dynamic Architect or Architectural Designer with 5+ years post-graduate architectural office experience;
  • Excellent design judgement and ability to clearly express your design ideas;
  • Experience in the design of small and medium-scale projects;
  • Strong project management and organizational skills;
  • Ability to multi-task and manage multiple, concurrent projects in various stages of development;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a studio environment;
  • Familiar with local building codes and authority approval processes;
  • Experience in project phases from schematic, design development, construction documents, tender, and construction;
  • A high level of graphic communication skills and spoken and written English;
  • Comfortable working on a Mac platform;
  • Willing to learn Vectorworks, proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, MS 365;
  • Legally allowed to work in Canada;
Term: Permanent, full time. Salary: Based on experience. Benefits: Dental care, extended health care, life insurance, paid vacation. Work Environment: Full in-office or hybrid. PLANT Architect is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. Our team is built on diversity, equity, and inclusion and we value its members' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you require accommodation to participate in our hiring process, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us to make your needs known in advance. How to apply Please send your resume to jobs@branchplant.com You must include the following when submitting your application: - Cover letter. - Resume. - References attesting experience. - Link to web portfolio, copy of portfolio, or relevant work examples. We thank all candidates for their interest and time; however, only those who are the most qualified for the role will be contacted. No phone calls please. Who We Are: PLANT is a studio of architects and landscape architects who specialize in the making of personal and public space. We?ve done a lot of beautiful, weird, and interesting things, and we bring that knowledge to every new project. We create projects with a strong cultural-historical grounding, a sensitivity to the nature of individual sites, and a deep interest in how people live in and experience space. We call ourselves PLANT because, like a plant, we have a deep-rooted connection to the environment and a strong sense of place. Like the other kind of plant, we also make things; we value process, craft, and construction. Sometimes we like to plant things ? like ideas in people?s minds, or unexpectedly delightful moments in a place ? and of course beautiful flora in landscapes. Our primary areas of specialization include institutional and residential architecture and landscape architecture, adaptive reuse, interiors, urban infrastructure, feasibility studies, and master planning. We also offer a broad range of value-added services that include furniture and lighting design, public facilitation, and integrated graphics. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Toronto, ON M5V 1P9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
  • architecture: 5 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5V 1P9

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2171649
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Toronto, ON, Canada
  • Education
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