Commercial Sector Architectural Lead

About the role

AECOM Buildings + Places Canada is looking for a Commercial Sector Architectural Lead to join its architectural team in the Kitchener studio, with remote/hybrid work options permitted. This is a newly created position within a fully integrated team covering architecture, building engineering, landscape architecture, urban planning, urban design and project/asset management, working on commercial, public safety and justice, transportation, municipal government, defense and educational projects.

Key responsibilities

• Perform as a Senior Architect and oversee projects through schematic design, design development, construction documents, procurement and contract administration.
• Oversee preliminary design activities such as functional programming, user group workshops and feasibility/needs assessments.
• Oversee approval applications to authorities having jurisdiction (zoning amendments, site plans, building permits).
• Work with project managers on schedules, budgets, resourcing, deliverables and document production, and with the Architectural and Operations managers on staff resourcing and planning.
• Develop creative, constructable design solutions and supervise detailed design drawings and specifications, checking them against local codes and standards.
• Act as sealing Architect of Record on commercial projects (OAA seal or willingness to obtain it after onboarding).
• Coordinate with internal disciplines and external sub-consultants, interface with clients and user groups, and mentor project teams.
• Assist with commercial sector business development.

Required profile

• BA/BS plus six years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience and/or education.
• Registered Architect in good standing with the Ontario Association of Architects.
• Extensive familiarity with the Ontario Building Code and National Building Code; familiarity with the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings is an asset.
• Preferred: Master's degree in Architecture, 7-10 years of experience with complex buildings, and experience with BIM management systems such as Autodesk Construction Cloud.

Required skills

• Revit and BIM workflows, AutoCAD, MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); Bluebeam Revu proficiency is an asset.
• Knowledge of CCDC contract types (CCDC 2, CCDC 5B) and ability to manage construction contract administration independently.
• Preferred: LEED, WELL or similar certifications, and experience with GaGBC Zero Carbon Building and LEED.

Relocation is not available; security clearance may be required on a project-by-project basis, and sponsorship is not offered. Benefits depend on employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid time off, flexible work options, a retirement savings plan and an employee stock purchase plan.