Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Strong portfolio showcasing successful architectural projects, Extensive experience in architectural design and project leadership, Proficiency in design software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite), Excellent organizational, communication, teamwork & problem-solving skills.

Key responsabilities:

Manage team, lead design process, collaborate with clients and stakeholders

Develop and showcase a range of successful projects to attract new business

Apply advanced design principles and ensure quality control

Resolve design challenges and conduct site visits for construction progress monitoring

Prepare reports on project status and provide regular updates

Job description

Job Captain - Architecture

Location: Hamilton, ON - Southwestern Ontario

Work Type: Hybrid (3 days home); Potentially remote for the right candidate

About the Opportunity:

City Build Recruitment is excited to offer an opportunity for a talented Design Architect to join our client's rapidly growing architecture firm. If you're located in Ottawa, ON, this role could be your next career move!

Reasons for Hiring:

Rapid growth and expansion

Sectors:

Education (daycare to higher education)
Social multi-unit housing
Private multi-unit residential developments
Large recreation centers

Key Responsibilities:

Team Management: Supervise and mentor a team of architects and designers, fostering a collaborative and creative work environment.
Design Leadership: Lead the design process for various architectural projects, ensuring innovative and high-quality design solutions.
Client Interaction: Work closely with clients to understand their needs and vision, presenting design concepts and providing updates throughout the project lifecycle.
Portfolio Development: Utilize and expand your design portfolio, showcasing a range of successful projects to attract new clients and business opportunities.
Technical Expertise: Apply advanced design principles, building codes, and construction methods to develop practical and aesthetically pleasing architectural solutions.
Project Coordination: Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of design and technical elements.
Quality Control: Conduct quality control reviews of design documents, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with regulations.
Problem-Solving: Address and resolve design challenges that arise during project development and construction.
Site Visits: Perform site visits to monitor construction progress, address any issues, and ensure alignment with design intent.
Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on project status, design decisions, and any issues encountered, providing regular updates to senior management and clients.

Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of successful architectural projects.
Extensive experience in architectural design and project leadership.
Proficiency in design software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite).
Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility to work hybrid (3 days home) with potential for remote work for the right candidate.
Preferably able to come to the office in Ottawa or Hamilton.

Opportunities: