Architect

We are seeking a Revit-trained Architect, Intern Architect, or Technologist with 5+ years of relevant mid- and high-rise residential experience to help support new and ongoing project development. We are looking for an energetic professional to foster an environment that will continue to build a happy, efficient, and successful team.

You are enthusiastic about good design, with an understanding of the need for organization, collaboration and construction. You are professional through and through and have a practiced proficiency when it comes to shepherding a design to built reality. You are technically savvy with regards to construction practices, code-compliance, detailing, and coordinating with consultants. You anticipate the needs of clients and contractors, while collaborating with your team to keep the project on time and on budget. You think three steps ahead and seek solutions before a problem emerges.

• Must be able to document and coordinate a complex building design from initial planning and Schematic Design through Construction Administration
• Works with consultants to gather facts, defines design and construction parameters, conceptualize viable solutions and secure approvals of proposals and solutions.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure that the appropriate hand-offs take place, to ensure that the design intent is followed through to the completion of construction.
• Reviews product literature, analyzes materials and determines appropriateness for application to projects and details.
• Develops Construction Documents, including Building Permit, Site-Planning Approval, Issued for Tender, shop drawing, Issued for Construction, Specifications, and Site Instructions during CA.
• Is comfortable dealing with multiple stakeholders (municipal authorities, planners, engineers, and contractors, etc.)
• Performs full coordination of consultants, contractors, and trades (when necessary)
• Is proficient in communicating design ideas through drawing and working primarily in Revit.
• Reviews architectural or engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents to ensure compliance with codes, local bylaws, and regulations.
• Maintains and upholds firm documentation standards.
• Communicate project team responsibilities in line with project expectations.
• Continually research literature and maintain leadership and knowledge of current building materials, structural systems, mechanical/electrical systems, sustainability initiatives, etc.

Portfolio must demonstrate:

• Excellence in producing Construction Documents (BP, Tender, Construction sets, etc.)
• Exposure to diverse types of construction (wood, steel, concrete, hybrid)
• Local Experience in the Greater Toronto Area and/or Ontario.
• Demonstrated Revit expertise (a Revit evaluation will be required after first interview)

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Q4A is home to a multi-disciplinary team of bright professionals who are all committed to improving their knowledge of architecture on a sustained basis. Our goal is to provide our clients with an excellent standard of service while continuing to develop the skills that make us a leader in the industry.

This deep-rooted emphasis continual learning has resulted in a workplace culture that is based on support and collaboration. Our practice has become an environment in which all employees are a part of a comprehensive learning experience. With mentorship programs, OAA study groups, and the opportunity to work on a variety of project types, Q4A is an environment to hone your skills and develop your talent.

As part of this commitment to a workplace culture steeped in learning and teaching, Q4A has taken the steps to become an Organization Affiliate of CanBIM and offers our staff Revit and BIM learning opportunities.

We offer competitive compensation, and a robust benefits package, which includes RRSP matching, fitness credit, access to Employee Assistance Plan (LifeWorks) provided by Morneau Shepell. At Q4A, we believe that our employees come first and encourage a healthy balance between work-life and home-life. To this end, we have implemented a hybrid work model and core hours schedule to offer maximum flexibility.

As part of the Q4A selection process, candidates may be required to do a Revit assessment, provide reference checks, as well as employment verification relevant to the role under consideration prior to receiving a job offer.

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We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Q4A is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.