Job Description

Who we are:

Muskoka Lumber has locations in Huntsville, Bracebridge, Bala, Mactier and Port Carling, providing quality building products and services to our customers. We offer additional services with our window and door department as well as custom residential design services.



We are seeking an Architectural Technologist to join our team in Port Carling. We have over 20 years experience with a focus on Cottages/Vacation homes, Boathouses and Accessory Buildings. The ideal candidate would have a strong design aesthetic as well as a solid technical understanding of custom wood frame construction and local zoning by-laws.

Qualifications:

Graduate of 2 or 3 year Architectural or Civil Technology program



5 or more years' experience with custom residential design



BCIN Legal, House/Small Buildings, Plumbing House, HVAC House



Valid Driver's license (G)



AATO or CET membership is considered an asset

Skills and Abilities:

Organized and able to follow organization standards



Meet or exceed deadlines



Excellent written and oral communication



Ability to take meeting notes and share with design team



Experience using Microsoft Office and Google Suite



Experience using Revit LT and AutoCAD LT



Learn and operate current EWP floor layout software (Sapphire Supply)



Learn and operate single member sizing software (Woodworks)



Learn and operate HVAC design software (Right-Suite Universal)



Experience at researching local by-laws for zoning requirements



Able to talk with contractors and township officials regarding construction documents



Experience talking with EWP/Truss suppliers and other consultants

Job Duties:

Partner with Design Manager or take the lead on a design from concept through to final permit plans with little



to no oversight



Able to create in 3D and 2D using Revit LT and AutoCAD LT



Able to implement different architectural styles and trends into each project



Knowledge of building science and how it relates to occupant comfort in a home



Ability to address multiple projects at once and work with other designers in the office to ensure projects meet timelines



specified by the client



Strong knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and can review and sign off plans with BCIN and submit to local



municipalities



Navigate zoning by-laws to inform clients of building allowances



Communicate effectively with builders and consultants



Co-Ordinate and review EWP & truss manufacturer documents



Review structural drawings completed by Professional Engineer



Print and bind copies and drawings sets for customers



Answer phones and set up meetings or take messages



Filling different roles that come up to help the design team reach set goals