Job Description

Location
Toronto, Canada
Client
Junior
Type
Accessibility Specialist

BDP Quadrangle is seeking a Junior Accessibility Specialist to join their team on a 6-month contract. Junior team members of the Studio act in a way to promote the success of the firm by assisting with inclusive design strategies and practices across multiple projects and various public forums.


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Overview of the role and responsibilities

Basic understanding to analyze, interpret and apply technical knowledge (standards and legislation) to built environment; Awareness and ongoing interest in the accessibility and disability community to implement better design practices from community engagement programs; Uses accessible document and communication standards to support useable documents; Able to manage individual time and deadlines; Basic understanding and assists with coordination; Uses Human Space communication standards to ensure accurate and professional communications; Awareness of project fees and budget; Maintain high level production of work, seeking assistance when required; Proven ability to gather large volume of data, analyze, interpret and make recommendations; Work collaboratively as a team member. ###

About you

Must have a college diploma or bachelor's degree in disability studies, architecture, interior design, or equivalent; Understanding of accessibility legislation for the built environment and better practices; Approximately up to two years of experience in accessibility consulting; Knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), InDesign, Bluebeam, AutoCAD and/or Revit; Previous experience creating and maintaining accessible documents; Excellent and effective communication skills with team members to ensure accuracy; Critical thinking, problem solving skills, and seeking assistance when required; Able to work collaboratively as a team member; Ability to travel across Canada; Ability to drive and holder of a valid Class G Driver's License; and Good understanding of design implications for accessibility and usability; Good organizational skills of individual work through information management and communication of tasks, schedules and documentation. ###


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To apply

Send us your resume at: careers@bdpquadrangle.com


If you have examples of previous work you would like to share, please include that but this is not necessary.


BDP Quadrangle is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices by accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants are encouraged to make their needs known in advance if accommodation is required.


careers@bdpquadrangle.com