architect

Education

• Bachelor's degree

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
• Office management
• 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
• Proposal preparation
• Tender and administer contracts
• Write plans describing project specifications and construction schedules
• Monitor activities on construction sites to ensure compliance with specifications
• Conduct feasibility studies and financial analyses of building projects

Supervision

• 3-4 people
• Working groups
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Membership in the Provincial Association of Architects

Computer and technology knowledge

• Autodesk 3ds Max
• Rhinoceros 3D (Rhino)
• Architectural software programs
• Adobe Photoshop
• MS Office
• MS Project
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk REVIT
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• Data manipulation and analysis
• SketchUp
• Adobe Suite
• V-Ray
• InDesign

Area of work experience

• Project coordination

Architectural specialization

• Public buildings
• New construction
• Renovation
• Site inspections
• Commercial
• Industrial
• Institutional
• Interior and space planning
• Residential construction
• Restoration and / or preservation

Specialization or experience

• Green economy sector
• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

• Drafting

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Computer
• Internet access
• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Flexibility

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you live near the job location?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Flexible hours
• Morning

Experience

• 5 years or more

Employment terms options

• Day

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Variable or compressed work week
• Wellness program