Architectural Technologist, Alberta House Building (Calgary)

Anthem Properties • Calgary, AB

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Anthem is seeking an Architectural Technologist to join their team in Calgary. This role is responsible for maintaining and expanding Anthem's model lines and production files, assisting in the design and development of new home models from concept to working drawings, and ensuring compliance with Anthem Guidelines and applicable Bylaws for Calgary and Edmonton regions. The Technologist will create drawing sets, collaborate with internal teams and external contractors, and stay current with industry codes and trends.

Requirements

• A post-secondary degree in Architectural Technologies, Civil Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years of residential construction industry experience
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products
• Strong organizational skills and are extremely detail-oriented
• Proven experience with project cost controls and maintaining set budgets

Nice To Haves

• A strong communicator
• An active listener who seeks to understand and listen to others
• A creative problem solver - you think outside the box for solutions without fear of failure
• A strong team player who understands the value of collaboration

Responsibilities

• Be accountable for maintaining Anthem’s model line and production files
• Understand the local homebuilding market and overall industry and homebuilding trends, to expand, update and refine existing model lines
• Assist with the design and development of new home models, from concept to working drawings, paying attention to Anthem Guidelines and applicable Bylaws for both Calgary and Edmonton regions
• Create blackline set of drawings, floor plans, sections, pre-planned options
• Liaise with Construction and Estimating with regards to construction details and engineering efficiencies
• Collaborate across Anthem for Product Development and Specifications
• Design Show Homes, including Sales Centers, and review as-built construction issues as they arise (framing, engineering, floor and roof layouts, finishing, electrical); drive changes when required
• Provide support to Anthem’s external contractors (drawing guidelines, architectural controls, suggestions on models, drawing mark ups, etc.)
• Maintain Anthem standards and plan consistency for all stock plans and details
• Liaise with City regarding code, bylaw, or application concerns/questions
• Maintain positive relationships with industry officials, sub trades and suppliers
• Keep current on code, bylaws, and industry changes by attending industry seminars, information sessions, product demonstrations, engineering and other courses
• Keep current on Alberta code, bylaw and industry changes (attend industry seminars, information sessions, PHBI courses, product demonstrations, engineering, etc.)

Benefits

• Unlimited career growth opportunities
• Mentorship from the ‘best in the biz’
• Corporate Give Strategy supporting community development
• Annual salary reviews and performance bonuses
• 100% employer paid Benefit Plan with Healthcare Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• ‘Dress for your day’ policy

What This Job Offers

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