Design Architect – Hybrid Contract (GTA)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Design Architect to lead architectural design for large‑scale transit‑related facilities across the Greater Toronto Area. This is a one‑year contract position offering hybrid work and exposure to multidisciplinary design, construction support, and stakeholder coordination.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver full architectural design services for transit‑related facilities.
• Lead and review work produced by technologists, draftspersons, and support staff.
• Conduct site visits, field reviews, and prepare reports and deficiency documentation.
• Prepare schematic, preliminary, and detailed design documentation.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, constructability, and safety requirements.
• Review shop drawings, contract submittals, and support construction activities.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Review third‑party design submissions and development proposals.
• Maintain professional architectural registration in Ontario.

Required profile

• University degree in Architecture.
• Licensed Architect with the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) – mandatory.
• Minimum 10 years of experience on complex, multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Strong experience producing and managing contract documentation.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with regular GTA site visits.
• Experience with transit or large public infrastructure facilities.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Revit.
• Proficiency in MicroStation.

What we offer

• Hybrid work model (2–3 days onsite per week).
• PPE provided (safety vest, hard‑hat, safety glasses) and safety footwear required.
• Free transit access during the contract period.
• 1‑year contract with options to extend up to two additional 1‑year terms.
• Approximately 35 hours/week; only actual hours worked are billable.