Architectural Technologist

Architectural Technologist

Calgary, Alberta

Build your future at Minto!

Since 1955, we’ve been proudly building better places for people to live, work, and play, one home and one relationship at a time.

To us, it’s all about special moments like the thrill of a new apartment, the pride in owning a first home, or a growing investment partnership.

We recognize this continues with great employees, like you, and would love for you to join us on our mission. At Minto, we welcome change, celebrate new ideas, and provide you with the resources, professional training, and diverse opportunities to grow your career.

Your offer will include :

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus + benefits effective 1st day + RRSP matching plan + 3 weeks’ vacation
• Tuition reimbursement plans and professional development courses
• Employee recognition platform Be rewarded by your colleagues for your contributions!
• Flexible summer hours
• Many exciting career opportunities

Your Role on our Team : The Architectural Technologist is responsible for assisting in the production of working and contract drawings for the construction of new homes.

In this role, you will :

• Set Job Files
• Prepare plot plans
• Make job-specific changes to working drawings
• Liaise with Construction team ad or trades on questions or concerns with drawings
• Distribute construction documents to sales estimating, construction, and trade partners
• Resolve on-site construction issues as they arise
• Complete design changes in CAD / Revit models
• Produce and maintain tender drawings
• Assists in the detailed design process and coordinates design information;
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to address issues that arise during construction and coordinate recurring issues and areas of improvement with the internal team in the interest of eliminating issues through future design drawings advancement;
• Conducts periodic site reviews for conformity to plans, applicable codes, and Minto standards, in coordination with MasterCare and Construction departments;
• Distribute, track & report on milestone deliverables (. 25% working drawing set, 50% permit set, ;
• Submits site plans and proposals to city officials for zoning & permit approval;
• Draft site plan proposals for designated areas of the city as required;
• Coordinates with external consultants, manufacturers, and trades to produce and refine construction drawings and / or contract documents for various housing typologies (low-rise, mid-rise, high-rise & mixed use);
• Coordinates truss, floor, mechanical, and structural engineering drawings
• Works with suppliers and manufacturers in sourcing new and innovative materials, systems & products;
• Assists with construction administration, processing invoices & ensuring payments are processed as required;
• Maintains project filing system with current and up-to-date contract documents;
• Assists in compiling and coordinating drawings and specifications in accordance with the tender documents;
• Assists in the pricing preparation of construction tender documents and specifications by subcontractors;
• Other duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job, as requested by management.

We would like you to have :

• Knowledge of the ABC (Alberta Building Code)
• Knowledge of residential low-rise buildings and of mixed-use residential mid-rise and high-rise building systems / assemblies and construction methodologies
• Ability to use AutoCAD (2012 or more recent) and Revit
• College Diploma in Architectural Technician or Technology is preferred or equivalent
• A minimum of two to three (2-3) years of previous architectural experience. Site and drafting experience will be considered an asset.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Outlook
• Use of the following tech tools would be considered an asset, Microsoft Project, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat
• Knowledge of Energy Star and LEED is an asset

Our future is better together. Apply now and join us!

Minto is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities.

Should you require accommodation or support in any aspect of our recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.