Senior Architect, Defence Projects

Ottawa

Nestled in the heart of Canada’s capital city, our region boasts a rich history and specialization in public buildings for government clients and a diverse range of community buildings across our other market sectors. Our expertise shines through in work in the Security and Defence sector. Moreover, we have been privileged to lead historical preservation initiatives including Parliament Hill, safeguarding the iconic symbols of Canadian democracy for future generations. From government facilities that foster collaboration and efficient public service delivery to community centers that enrich the lives of residents, our team in Ottawa is dedicated to creating exceptional spaces that meet the needs of our clients and the communities they serve.

Defence

Architecture49 stands at the forefront of Canada’s Defence Sector, delivering innovative, mission-critical infrastructure that supports the operational readiness of the Canadian Armed Forces. As a trusted partner in shaping secure, resilient environments, A49 is poised to lead the delivery of major National Defence projects across the country - projects that strengthen Canada’s defence capabilities and advance strategic priorities outlined by the Department of National Defence (DND). With a proven track record on complex programs and a commitment to collaborative delivery models such as Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) and Modified Design Build (MDB), we are seeking experienced professionals who share our vision for excellence in defence infrastructure. Prior experience with Defence Construction Canada (DCC) and DND projects, bilingual proficiency in English and French, and the ability to obtain or hold a Reliability and Secret security clearance are essential assets for candidates ready to contribute to Canada’s most significant defence initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team in producing architectural design solutions and construction drawings.

• Manage a group of architectural staff, leading project meetings, and coordinating all other building disciplines on multi-disciplinary projects.

• Perform internal reviews and quality checks of the models and drawings to ensure compliance with BIM standards.

• Research materials, products and technologies required for the design and incorporate into the details, specification and other documents.

• Manage a team of consultants.

• Client communication.

• Provide technical and administrative oversight to ensure that both the internal and external client needs are met and that the projects are delivered within cost, quality and schedule targets.

• Manage the financial aspect of the project including planning, scheduling, forecasting and staffing and working with accounting to achieve the desired results.

• Travel to remote First Nation communities and work sites.

Qualifications

• Registered architect in Ontario (OAA), or eligibility to be registered.

• 7+ years experience in a similar role.

• Familiarity with both Provincial and National related standards and codes.

• Knowledge of BIM principles & workflows, REVIT software, AutoCAD software, Microsoft 365 environment and Bluebeam.

• Experience with Visualization software, and Adobe Creative Suite would be considered an asset.

• Experience or desire to work with Indigenous communities would be considered an asset.

Compensation:

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $93,700 - 124,200
MB & ON: $95,000 - 125,800
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $84,700 - 112,400

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.