Senior Architect
Defense and Public Projects
Architecture, Design & Planning Firm
Ottawa, Ontario
Salary: $100,000 – $135,000 + bonus, benefits
Eligibility for security clearance required**
Other titles: Project Lead, Project Architect, Senior Architect, Defense Architect
THE COMPANY
A leading and well established architecture and design practice with deep roots in public and institutional work is seeking a Senior Architect to join its Ottawa team. The firm is widely recognized for delivering innovative, sustainable, and community-focused design solutions across multiple sectors, including defense and federal projects. With an extensive project pipeline and a collaborative studio culture, this is an opportunity to influence some of the city’s most meaningful projects from concept to completion.
THE ROLE
As a Senior Architect, you will take ownership of complex architectural projects—guiding them through design, documentation, and construction phases. You’ll manage diverse client relationships, coordinate internal and external teams, and ensure project delivery aligns with expectations. This role will have you being the lead client correspondent, leading design charrettes, presenting to the client and leading the architecture team.
This role requires strategic thinking and technical precision. You’ll lead multidisciplinary coordination, oversee project delivery, and mentor junior team members—all while ensuring a seamless dialogue between client vision, project execution, and regulatory requirements. You’ll work closely with senior leadership int he firm to uphold design excellence across all stages.
WHAT’S REQUIRED
WHAT YOU GET IN RETURN
WHAT TO DO NOW
If this opportunity aligns with your experience and ambition, please apply in confidence by submitting your resume to Laura Shalev at lshalev@talentsphere.ca We appreciate your interest in this position; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.
Keywords: Architectural Lead, Architect, Senior Architect, Project Architect, Ottawa, Gatineau, Ontario, OAA
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