Architectural Designer I

Populous•Montreal, QC

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Populous is a global design firm that began with a singular focus: to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments. We’ve designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground-breaking live music venues. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We offer the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.

Requirements

Proven skill in creative and innovative design thinking, collaborative problem-solving, architectural production, spatial and environmental design, story development and delivering exceptional design solutions.
Understanding of architectural design and construction principles, with a willingness to grow knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly and accurately share design ideas.
Basic hand drawing and illustration skills.
Highly self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team.
Professional Degree in Architecture (B. Arch or M. Arch) from an accredited program.
0-3 years of professional architecture experience.
Must be fluent in both English and French.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in architecture is preferred.
Experience with Revit and 3D modeling software such as 3DS Max, SketchUp and Maxwell Render is preferred.
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assisting in the creation of conceptual drawings, diagrams, digital models and visual imagery to support design ideas.
Assisting in the production and modification of drawings and design content while learning industry standards and technical requirements.
Preparing presentation materials and contributing to project interviews and design presentations.
Participating in collaborative critiques to help refine early-phase design concepts.
Under the guidance of experienced designers and consultants, assisting in coordinating project documents and models.
Conducting research on precedents, materials and design solutions to inform project development.