Design assistant Jobs in Saanich, BC

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We empower everyone to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and communities, asking : What is our impact on the world?

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Each role throughout our organization helps us change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible in your community and around the world. We believe architecture is about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities so people can experience the world differently.

HDR brings together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

Role

In the role of Design Technician 2, we’ll count on you to :

• Work for a specific discipline under the direct supervision of an Architect / Engineer or other technical professional
• Be responsible for the discipline model and generate BIM elements based on the Level of Development (LOD) outlined in the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP) and project scope
• Create and maintain the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for that discipline
• Rely on the architect, engineer, or other technical professional to provide direction and guidance; be technically competent with the discipline and software used to produce designs identified in the Digital Delivery requirements
• Accurately model BIM elements within the current 3D software’s constraints
• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and diagrams of the design within the project scope, schedule, and budget
• Maintain the discipline model including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheets
• Produce discipline-specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output
• Monitor, improve, and maintain company standards and model health
• Coordinate the design with other discipline models through Design Reviews and the 3D Coordination process
• Assist or execute any additional Digital Delivery requirements identified on the project

Selection Process : Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a Revit skills assessment to demonstrate proficiency with Revit software and related design tasks. Accommodations will be made available upon request.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Required Qualifications

What We Believe and Our Commitment

What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic / Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Benefits and Compensation

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends on skills, experience, education, and location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles are eligible for limited benefits.)

Pay ranges by location : Victoria, BC : $52,080–$74,400; Penticton, BC : $49,476–$70,680; Vancouver, BC : $57,288–$81,840.

Location, Industry, and Schedule

Primary Location : Canada-British Columbia-Penticton

Other Locations : Canada-British Columbia-Vancouver; Canada-British Columbia-Victoria

Industry : Architecture

Schedule : Full-time

Employee Status : Regular

Business Class : Civic ARC

Job Posting : Jan 16, 2026

Equal Opportunity : At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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