Architectural Technologist or Architectural Designer

National Capital Commission • Ottawa, ON

6h • CA$77,281 - CA$102,535 • Onsite

About The Position

The position is classified as a RÉ-05 (from $77,281 to $102,535 per annum – under review). A list of qualified people may be compiled and may be used for additional temporary or indeterminate positions.

Architectural Technologist: Reporting to the Senior Architect, the Architectural Technologist assists in the development of architectural plans, studies, designs and specifications documents, and coordinates with related building and site infrastructure disciplines for NCC projects. In support of the Senior Architect, the Architectural Technologist provides advice, conducts technical research and provides information in the architecture discipline.

Architectural Designer: Reporting to the Senior Architect or Chief Architecture, the Architectural Designer contributes to the development of architectural concepts, plans, studies, design documentation, and specifications for NCC projects. The Architectural Designer supports design development across all project phases and coordinates with related building and site infrastructure disciplines. Under the direction of the Senior Architect, the Architectural Designer conducts design and technical research, prepares architectural documentation, and provides professional input and analysis in support of project delivery and architectural decision making.

Requirements

• A diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in Architectural Technology or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Degree from a recognized post secondary institution in architecture, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that meets the requirements toward architectural licensure in Canada
• A minimum of five to eight years of experience in delivering architectural services.
• Knowledge of building construction, materials, assemblies, and high performance building envelope systems (air, vapour, thermal, and moisture control).
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM based coordination.
• Knowledge of building codes, standards, and professional practice requirements.
• Analytical skills to develop, coordinate, and review technical documentation.
• Ability to interpret and apply code provisions.
• Effective problem solving skills to identify and resolve technical issues during design and construction through multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Clear communication skills to convey design or technical information, support coordination, and assist with contract administration and project close out.
• Possess or eligible to obtain Reliability security clearance.
• Bilingual BBB.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of architectural plans, studies, designs and specifications documents.
• Coordinates with related building and site infrastructure disciplines for NCC projects.
• Provides advice, conducts technical research and provides information in the architecture discipline.
• Contributes to the development of architectural concepts, plans, studies, design documentation, and specifications for NCC projects.
• Supports design development across all project phases and coordinates with related building and site infrastructure disciplines.
• Conducts design and technical research, prepares architectural documentation, and provides professional input and analysis in support of project delivery and architectural decision making.
• Schematic Design and Design development, including preparation of presentations and illustrations (2D drawings and diagrams and 3D visualizations and renderings).
• Technical execution, documentation and development of contract documents, including drawings and specifications for a variety of project types and scales.
• Contract administration and construction phase services including, submittal review, responses to RFIs, site reviews, field reports, deficiency tracking, and review of construction progress.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree