Job Description

The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work. Approximately 1,400 GTAA employees work non-stop with our partners and agencies to deliver a safe and welcoming airport experience at Canada\xe2\x80\x99s leading global hub airport, Toronto Pearson. The impacts of the pandemic have been significant to our industry, yet we remain Pearson Strong and are realizing the opportunity to accelerate our Healthy Airport commitment. Join us on our accelerated journey in creating the airport of the future in a smart, healthy and profitable way. What\'s in it for you! We offer our GTAA members amazing benefits, including retirement planning, group health benefits, employee assistance programs (EAP), paid leave, education and training, as well as recognition and rewards programs. Position Summary: Working with the Manager of Architectural Services, this position assists in the effective and efficient delivery of the GTAA\xe2\x80\x99s Capital program projects. Assists the Senior Architect in the oversight of architectural aspects of GTAA facilities and participates in providing feedback to annual capital program. Key Accountabilities:

• Participates in leading, planning and reviewing architectural tasks in the Airport Development and Technical Services Department by developing conceptual designs and solutions for new projects, facilities alterations and upgrades
• Provides a supporting role within the department to assist clients (partners) in the determination, interpretation and assessment of technical project requirements
• Leads, directs and monitors the work of consultants for externally implemented projects
• Assists the team in conducting architectural reviews on GTAA wide projects including Facility Alteration Permit (FAP) reviews
• Prepares Consultant Terms of Reference (TOR) and Requests for Proposals (RFP), concept/preliminary designs and other proposals for various projects to be undertaken through external consultants
• Assists (complex projects) and takes the lead role in the preparation of feasibility studies, including working closely with consultants, investigation of options, methods, and advantages and disadvantages of different scenarios
• Provide various technical supports in the development of capital and recurring projects from Initiation phase, Definition phase, Approval phase, Implementation phase, to the Commissioning, Occupancy and Acceptance phase; and provide technical support during the Initiation Phase, which involves the preliminary evaluation of the problem, opportunity, or need
• Participates in facility audits in support of GTAA Asset Management system and provides information on building life cycle audits

This is a unionized position with an hourly wage range of $46.46, based on a 37.5 hour work week. Qualifications:

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Architecture or diploma in Architectural Technology or equivalent educational experience
• Seven to nine (7-9) years of combined experience in architectural planning and design, interior design, and preparation of contract documents
• Membership of the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA), Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) and/or Member of the Ontario Association of Applied Architectural Sciences (OAAAS) is an asset
• Experience in project management, contract administration, directing consultants and contractors and staff relations would be an asset.
• Experience with projects of a complex nature involving additions, alterations, renovation work and building maintenance would be an asset. LEED certification would be considered an asset
• Experience in 3D Modeling (Revit preferably) and Building Information Modelling work flows
• Planning experience would be considered an asset
• Able to obtain and retain a Transportation Security Clearance

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of architectural practices, site measurements, as-built techniques and building science/systems
• Knowledge of National and Provincial Building Codes, Municipal and other technical guidelines, standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of Airport operations and their interaction with major capital projects
• Knowledge of project management principles and practices
• Knowledge of construction activities, specifications, trends and developments in the use of material and construction techniques
• Knowledge of \xe2\x80\x98green\xe2\x80\x99 buildings and \xe2\x80\x98smart\xe2\x80\x99 buildings concepts and principles.
• Knowledge of computer software operations. (MS Office and CAD based programs)
• Ability to review comprehensive construction documents and technical knowledge to make cost effective modifications.
• Ability to creatively plan and design space to meet user needs with efficient use of budget in conjunction with strong technical skills in construction techniques and methods
• Interpersonal skills to discuss architectural issues with GTAA clients and staff of other organizations; and the ability to ensure client requirements are met and develop innovative designs to meet a variety of operational needs
• Superior communications skills (oral, written, listening) and excellent interpersonal skills are important

The GTAA is a federally regulated private sector. The Government of Canada has suspended mandatory vaccination requirement for federally regulated transportation sector workers. The GTAA continues to monitor government and health developments relating to COVID -19 and may re-introduce the Vaccination and proof of Vaccination requirements in the Policy at any time.