Job Description

Why You'll Love Working at Bankside

At Bankside Design Studio, you'll work at the intersection of design excellence and technical precision. We are a full-service building and interior design studio specializing in high-end residential projects across Ontario. Our work blends modern sophistication with timeless craftsmanship, creating homes that are as functional as they are beautiful.

You'll be part of a closely connected group of designers who collaborate seamlessly, share ideas freely, and tackle challenges with creativity and purpose. Here, you'll have the opportunity to influence projects from first concept to final site visit, shaping spaces that set a new standard for residential design.

What's In It for You

Creative freedom: Be involved in projects from concept to completion.

Studio culture: Work alongside talented professionals who thrive on collaboration.

Impactful work: Your technical expertise will help bring design visions to life.

Professional growth: Opportunities to lead projects and shape studio processes.

Your Role

As our Senior Architectural Designer / Technician, you'll be a technical leader and creative collaborator. You'll oversee full drawing packages and carry projects from start to finish before they transfer to the interior design team. Along the way, you'll ensure Ontario Building Code compliance, coordinate with consultants and contractors, and meet directly with clients. Your work will help transform inspired concepts into buildable, enduring homes.

You'll Be Doing Things Like

Producing and overseeing high-quality Revit drawings and details.

Navigating municipal zoning bylaws and OBC requirements with confidence.

Meeting with clients to guide them through design decisions.

Coordinating with consultants and trades to keep projects on track.

Contributing to concept development and design reviews.

You're a Great Fit If You Have

8+ years of residential architectural design experience in Ontario.

5+ years of professional Revit experience.

Valid BCIN certification (required).

Strong knowledge of OBC and zoning bylaws.

Proficiency in:

Revit and CAD software

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)

Adobe Acrobat

Passive House or sustainable design experience (asset).

Strong client-facing communication skills.

Education

- Education - ACET graduate from an Ontario college (or) bachelor's degree in interior design (or)

Bachelor of Architecture (or) Diploma (DEC) in Architectural Technology.
- Minimum 5 + years experience working in a design firm focused on residential new builds, additions, renovations and interior design.

How We'll Know You're Succeeding

Your projects meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Clients feel confident and supported throughout the process.

Drawing packages are accurate, thorough, and code-compliant.

Applications without a portfolio will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

PLEASE DO NOT

send multiple replies, emails, LinkedIn requests, etc. etc. Just reply through Indeed, as it is much simpler for us to organize and keep track of applicants. We will be collecting applications for about two weeks until we start contacting people for interviews. Thank you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Flexible schedule On-site parking Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:

Waterloo, ON N2V 2N4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:

Residential design: 8 years (required) Revit: 5 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Location:

Waterloo, ON N2V 2N4 (preferred)
Work Location: In person