Architectural Technologist

Elevation Capital • Vancouver, BC

10d

About The Position

The Architectural Technologist is responsible for translating ambitious design vision into coordinated, buildable, and technically sound solutions across a portfolio of luxury and custom projects. Working on the owner/developer side, this role sits at the intersection of design and execution—ensuring that projects are delivered with precision, speed, and uncompromising quality. You will support the planning, coordination, and execution of complex builds, often involving remote or logistically challenging environments, bespoke design elements, and elevated construction standards. You will work closely with architects, consultants, and construction teams to resolve technical challenges, align design intent with real-world constraints, and maintain momentum across aggressive timelines. This role requires strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in high-expectation environments where standard approaches are often insufficient. This is not a passive production role. It is an execution-focused position requiring ownership of drawing quality, coordination, and constructability across projects that demand a higher level of rigor than typical residential development.

Requirements

• Degree in Architectural Technology or related field
• 6-10+ years of experience in architectural or design-build environments
• Proven experience on custom homes, luxury residential, hospitality developments, and projects in off-grid or lightly serviced areas
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, materials, and detailing
• Advanced proficiency in Revit, with working knowledge of SketchUp and Bluebeam
• Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary consultant teams
• Solid understanding of building codes and construction practices
• Construction site experience and familiarity with contract administration
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proven ability to operate effectively with high-pressure, high-demanding founders or clients

Nice To Haves

• Experience working on the developer/owner side
• Exposure to complex or remote project environments
• Familiarity with Autodesk Construction Cloud and Microsoft 365
• Eligibility for professional registration (AIBC, OAA, or equivalent)

Responsibilities

• Prepare schematic and preliminary design drawings to support development applications, development permits, rezoning packages, and site plan iterations.
• Assist in evaluating alternative layouts for efficiency, constructability, cost optimization, and marketability.
• Produce high-quality architectural drawings using Revit and/or AutoCAD including floor plans, elevations, sections, wall details, and schedules.
• Convert design concepts into fully coordinated construction drawings suitable for tender, permit, and construction.
• Apply relevant provisions of the BC Building Code and municipal bylaws in documentation.
• Support code analysis related to fire separation, occupancy, egress, accessibility, and energy compliance.
• Assist in preparing permit submissions and responding to municipal comments.
• Coordinate architectural drawings with structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, geotechnical, and building envelope consultants.
• Identify and resolve drawing conflicts using class detection and RFI processes.
• Review designs through a builder’s lens focusing on buildability, sequencing, cost efficiency, and standardization.
• Support value engineering and development of repeatable details for future projects.
• Assist Construction and Project Management teams with shop drawing reviews, as-builts, field clarifications, and RFIs.
• Participate in select site visits as required.
• Maintain organized BIM models and drawing sets.
• Manage revisions, addenda, and drawing issuance records.

Benefits

• Full medical coverage
• Paid time off
• Participation in the company’s profit-sharing program
• Upside participation tied to the successful delivery and value creation of key development projects

What This Job Offers

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