Architectural Designer II

Populous•Montreal, QC

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Populous is a global design firm that designs places where people love to be together, focusing on civic, sports, and entertainment buildings. They offer the resources of large firms with the atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller ones. This role supports the conceptual development and creation of drawings and design materials for various public assembly building types, including sports venues, convention centers, community buildings, and transportation facilities.

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.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly and accurately share design ideas.
Strong sketching and freehand drawing skills, capable of producing quick and impactful sketches to effectively communicate and sell design concepts.
Familiarity with Revit, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
Working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as 3DS Max, SketchUp, and Maxwell Render.
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.

Responsibilities

Supporting the development of design solutions from master planning and concept design through to construction documents.
Assisting in the creation of conceptual drawings, diagrams, digital models, and visual imagery to support design ideas.
Producing diagrams, digital models, and other production materials according to industry standards and technical requirements.
Contributing to the preparation of construction details in accordance with project specifications.
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 and enhance project outcomes.