architect

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Work setting

• Architectural firm

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
• Conceptualize and design buildings and develop plans describing design specifications, building materials, costs and construction schedules
• Construction site supervision
• Prepare sketches and models
• Perform architectural research
• Conduct feasibility studies of building projects
• Estimate costs
• Tender and administer contracts
• Monitor activities on construction sites to ensure compliance with specifications
• Conduct feasibility studies and financial analyses of building projects

Supervision

• Contractors

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Membership in the Provincial Association of Architects
• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification offered by the Canada Green Building Council

Design methods

• Model making

Computer and technology knowledge

• Architectural software programs
• Adobe Photoshop
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk REVIT
• SketchUp
• Adobe Suite
• InDesign

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sitting

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

• Flexible hours

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
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available