architect

Work setting

• Residential

Tasks

• Adjust their designs to conform to limiting factors such as budget allocation and cost of materials
• Award construction contracts to building contractors
• Consult with clients to determine the type, style and purpose of renovations or new building construction being considered
• Generate building plans and detailed drawings to be used by contractors and tradespersons
• Manage the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in architecture or engineering projects
• Negotiate contracts with clients with a focus on design, construction time, price or others
• Participate in contract negotiations
• Prepare documents showing both the structural needs and the materials required for construction
• Project management
• Supervise the preparation of drawings, specifications and other construction documents for use by contractors and tradespersons
• Work in limiting factors, such as town planning laws and environmental impact assessments
• Conceptualize and design buildings and develop plans describing design specifications, building materials, costs and construction schedules
• Urban planning
• Construction site supervision
• Prepare sketches and models
• Perform architectural research
• Staff recruitment and selection
• Conduct feasibility studies of building projects
• Supervision of technologists, technicians and other architects
• Estimate costs
• Proposal preparation
• Tender and administer contracts
• Write plans describing project specifications and construction schedules
• Interior design (general)
• Monitor activities on construction sites to ensure compliance with specifications
• Conduct feasibility studies and financial analyses of building projects

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Membership in the Provincial Association of Architects
• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Computer and technology knowledge

• Architectural software programs
• Adobe Photoshop
• AutoCAD
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• SketchUp
• Adobe Suite
• InDesign

Type of related experience

• Architecture

Area of work experience

• Project coordination

Architectural specialization

• New construction
• Renovation
• Site inspections
• Commercial
• Interior and space planning
• Residential construction

Area of specialization

• Drafting

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation
• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Own tools / equipment

• Computer
• Internet access
• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the necessary equipment for remote work (i.e. internet, home office, etc.)?

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Workplace information

• Hybrid

Financial benefits

• Commission