Senior Architectural Designer / Draftsperson

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented Senior Designer/Drafter for an immediate full-time position. The successful candidate will participate in all facets of developing contract drawings, drawing coordination, detail development, and assist in contract administration for a variety of projects using REVIT and AutoCAD, ensuring that design drawings conform to specifications provided and all applicable codes.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• 5-7 years working knowledge of construction processes in necessary (residential and I.C.I).
• Preferred experience working for a design/build General Contractor as a drafter/designer.
• Advanced working knowledge of building construction and cost.
• Working knowledge of projects (Concept, SPA, IFP, IFC) and what is required at each stage.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic personality with excellent English proficiency.
• Strong working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD.
• Efficient, attention to detail and accuracy a must.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Visual aptitude and manual dexterity.
• Meet deadlines and follow-through.
• Manage multiple projects at once with minimal to no supervision.
• Excellent communication is required.
• Strong knowledge of the 2012 Ontario Building Code (especially Part 3 & 9) and Fire Code.
• Knowledge in ULC, STC, and CSA Standards in an asset.

Responsibilities

• Development of construction contract documents for projects of varying scope; from conceptual design through to construction documents with minimal supervision.
• Experience creating drawings for construction (I.C.I and Multi Unit Residential).
• Develop details with design intent.
• Prepare presentation renderings and sales packages.
• Create full sets of working drawings compliant with applicable building codes and bylaws.
• Space planning.
• Client correspondence.
• Analysis of applicable building codes, by-laws and other technical documents and reports a project may be subject to.
• Document coordination with other disciplines, analyzing potential risks or conflicts and progressing solutions in a timely manner.
• Contract administration duties including municipal approvals, shop drawing review, responding to RFI’s, site visits, field observations, reporting, etc.
• Correspond with in-house Development, Pre-Construction and Construction Teams.

Other Requirements

• Diploma in Architectural Technology or equivalent.
• Proficient in REVIT, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of 2D and 3D rendering/modeling programs (Photoshop, InDesign, AutoCAD, 3DS Max, Sketchup) is highly desirable.
• Own vehicle a necessity for site visits, permit pick-up/drop off.