Associate, Senior Architect - Transit Architecture

Job Description

Arcadis is growing! Our Halifax office is looking for an Associate, Senior Architect with experience in delivering complex integrated transit projects from start to finish.

This is a great opportunity for a passionate and creative mind to take on dynamic and challenging projects and be part of project leading the creative design initiatives on transit projects both locally and internationally.

The successful candidate will have :

• a minimum of 15 years of experience
• experience leading and managing teams on large complex transit projects
• be an out-of-the-box thinker with a talent for developing creative design ideas
• experience with Transit and alternative project delivery models
• knowledge in Transit Agency policies around the development of transit stations and transit oriented communities (TOC)
• have a robust design portfolio showing an array of projects and a holistic understanding of the design process

This role sits within the Global Architecture & Urbanism Division which combines the expertise of IBIs Buildings and Placemaking practice, our Places capabilities, and CRTKLs multi-sector design leadership to offer a diverse range of solutions focusing on human-centric design, sustainability, and technology.

Role Responsibilities :

As a Senior Architect, your role accountabilities will include :

• Lead and manage large, complex projects and project teams
• Part of leading the process of creating and developing the fundamental design principles to guide a project from the earliest stages of its conception and continue to assist in its development and refinement through subsequent design and implementation phases
• As a member of the senior design team, collaborate with practice leaders and colleagues to enhance Arcadis IBIs Transit Architecture Studios culture for design excellence
• Lead Business Development (BD) efforts
• Client facing role with direct interaction with clients

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience :

• Minimum University Degree in Architecture and OAA Registered Architect
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in an architectural studio and minimum 5 years experience in leading project teams and managing large, complex interdisciplinary projects
• Must be an experienced people manager
• Experience with Transit and alternative project delivery models
• Knowledge in Transit Agency policies around the development of transit stations and transit oriented communities
• Understanding the role of developers in transit projects
• Competent knowledge of building codes and specifications
• Highly organized with the ability to manage time and deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive and detail oriented
• Analytical thinker and problem solver

MUST INCLUDE : portfolio in PDF or Weblink along with a Cover Letter is expected with your application

Additional Information

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. Its why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

Youll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, youll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet.

Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging :

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are proud to support the growth and equality of our people through initiatives like our Mentorship Program, Global Womens Network, and Diversity & Inclusion Council.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We request applicants submit a RESUME highlighting relevant work experience; please limit PDF files to 10MB. For design related roles, we also require a portfolio to review.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted .

As part of Arcadis selection process, candidates will be requested to consent to background checks relevant to the role under consideration for, prior to receiving a job offer (as applicable under state law).

These could include : work references, education and credential confirmation, employment verification, identity check, credit report, criminal offence, drug testing and drivers license record.

Join Arcadis. Create a legacy.

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