Superkül is currently seeking an intermediate-level Multi-Unit Residential Architect to successfully support projects and teams by assisting in architectural work and to push forward Superkül’s design vision from design development through construction.
Under the direction of Superkül’s Senior Leadership, this intermediate-level Multi-Unit Residential Architect at will have strong contract document creation and review skills, understand how to reconcile design intent with the requirements of construction, and have a high level of competence performing Contract Administration duties in the field and in office. They are organized, manage work delegated to them to meet project deadlines, and produce work that is consistent with firm standards.
Responsibilities:
- Develop designs and details during the Design Development and Contract Documents project phases with sensitivity to design intent and based on research and resolution of technical issues.
- Develop construction documents for projects of varying scope with minimal supervision.
- Support the management of the project from Design Development through Contract Administration phases.
- Prepare architectural drawings using REVIT software.
- Perform effective analysis of applicable building codes, by-laws, and other regulations and technical documents / reports to which a project may be subject.
- Develop strong relationships with clients and internal teams.
- Coordinate with consultants.
- Other related duties will be assigned as required.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Minimum 7 years of contract document work experience in an architectural practice with experience in institutional, multi-unit residential, and commercial projects.
- Successful project management experience, including managing an internal team.
- Proficiency in Newforma Project Centre, beneficial.
- Proficient in Revit modeling software, required.
- Completion of Master of Architecture professional degree from a recognized institution.
- Experience with municipal Authorities Having Jurisdiction, including ZAA, SPA, building permit applications, and Committee of Adjustment.
- Experience and expertise in construction documentation, including building envelope detailing, for institutional, multi-unit residential, and commercial projects.
- Experience with contract administration, shop drawing review, as well as on-site reviews and reporting.
- Skilled in detailing a variety of building envelope systems from brick rainscreen assemblies, to precast concrete wall systems to metal cladding, window and curtainwall systems.
- Understands critical path schedule issues.
- High level of competence interpreting the Ontario Building Code and City of Toronto’s Zoning By-laws.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills that maintains clear lines of communication with clients, consultants, contractors and the Superkül team.
- LEED and/or Passive House accreditation and knowledge of sustainable technologies, beneficial.
- High level of familiarity with CCDC-2, CC DC-5b, and CCDC-17 forms of project delivery.
- Licenced with the Ontario Association of Architects, beneficial.
- Competency in Adobe Creative Suite and Bluebeam, beneficial.
- Competency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Team, Word, and Excel.
Benefits:
- Competitive benefits package including extended health care (drug/travel insurance/LTD/life insurance).
- Health spending account with 100% reimbursement of eligible medical expenses (dental/paramedical/vision).
- Group RSP 2% matching contribution.
- Professional development allowance. *After one year of service*
- Parental leave top-up to 100% of base pay for first 17 weeks of leave *After one year of service*
- 50% reimbursement of professional membership fees *After one year of service*
- Studio culture that promotes office-wide engagement, and opportunities for in-studio learning with industry leading partners.
If interested in this position, please send your CV to jobs@superkul.ca.