Architectural Technologist

Claridge Homes • Ottawa, ON

21h • Onsite

About The Position

At Claridge Homes, we are dedicated to quality and craftsmanship without compromise. Established in 1986 and located in Ottawa, ON, we pride ourselves on providing a healthy, diverse, and balanced work environment. Working with a team of over 250 full-time employees, top contractors and professionals, we have grown to become Ottawa’s largest land developer with residential communities, condos, retirement communities & the Andaz hotel in our portfolio!
Our team is an invaluable part of our business, and we show it every day. We promote inclusion, balance and diversity and encourage the development of the skills and abilities of our employees supporting them in all areas of their personal and professional development.
Join our innovative, passionate and dedicated team of highly regarded professionals and help us build the future of Ottawa together.
Reporting to the Low-Rise Construction General Manager, the Architectural Technologist will provide comprehensive support to the design and construction documentation of low-rise residential projects, contributing to the efficient delivery of working drawings, permit packages, and code-compliant model development across our active communities.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Architectural Technology
• Minimum 5 years' experience in residential design, preferably with a production homebuilder
• Strong working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, particularly Part 9 and SB-12 energy compliance
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential
• Familiarity with City of Ottawa zoning by-laws and the local permit process
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent ability to multitask with multiple competing deadlines
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with consultants, trades, and building officials/reviewers
• Strong knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) is essential

Nice To Haves

• knowledge of Sketch-Up an asset
• BCIN designation would be an asset

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain working drawings, permit sets, and construction details for low-rise models including townhomes, semi-detached, and singles
• Adapt base models to specific lot conditions (grade, elevation variations, street end conditions) and purchaser modifications
• Ensure drawing packages comply with the Ontario Building Code (Part 9 and SB-12) and applicable City of Ottawa zoning by-laws
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical consultants to resolve technical and design questions
• Support permit applications and respond to municipal review comments
• Provide technical support to site supervisors, including drawing interpretation, requests for details and documentation of as-built changes
• Maintain drawing standards, title blocks, and CAD library content (blocks, families, details)
• Contribute to new model development from blackline design through issued-for-construction documentation
• Other duties, as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees