SENIOR DESIGNER
THE ARCHITECT
BUILDERS COLLABORATIVE fighting climate change with great green design
The Architect Builders Collaborative Inc. believes that Architects and Designers have a key role to play in the fight against Climate Change. We support the 2030 challenge to have all our projects be Net Zero or Carbon Zero buildings within the next decade. We work closely with our Clients and Builders throughout the G.T.A. from Cobourg to Elora to create and renovate elegant green buildings that nurture the human spirit. We have an opening for a Senior Designer to join our growing, energetic group of six full and part-time staff led by Daniel Hall, O.A.A. and Professor Fred Thompson. We enjoy a collective studio environment where everyone contributes to the success of the projects and the practice. We are supportive of family life, and creative pursuits and offer an accessible and supportive work environment that welcomes diversity. You have a demonstrated passion for green design, are comfortable working independently when required, but have strong interpersonal communication and collaboration skills. You have a formal education in the field and at least 5 years of work experience, with both Part 3 and Part 9 buildings. You enjoy working with Clients, Consultants, and Builders to make beautiful green buildings. You are capable of managing projects independently, and supervising junior staff. To be successful in this position, you will be skilled in using BIM software, MS Office and Excel, can manage your time and a project budget. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and grow with us through a variety of projects including single family residences, rental housing, renovations, and small to medium commercial and office projects. Your work will cover all aspects of project delivery in an Architectural office including developing details and drawings for Zoning approvals, Building Permits, and Construction Documents. We offer competitive compensation based on experience with fully paid overtime, although we seldom require that. Flex-time and part-time work schedules are possible where circumstances merit. Please no phone calls. Only applications submitted through our website will be considered.
SENIOR DESIGNER
THE ARCHITECT
BUILDERS COLLABORATIVE fighting climate change with great green design
Qualifications • A minimum of 5 years formal technical education in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Building Science, Engineering, or similar training. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • A demonstrated commitment to green design • Experience with 3-D BIM software (Archicad or Revit) • Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. • Good organizational skills including the ability to prioritize work and complete multiple assignments in a timely fashion • A commitment to your personal and professional growth through work Responsibilities You will work closely with the Director of Design to deliver consistent high quality design work on a range of small and medium projects for private and non-profit Clients. The work includes: • Design and coordination for a variety of small – medium scale projects • Setting priorities and goals for projects • Supervising small teams to complete projects on time • Maintaining project management software • Creating complete project documentation in Archicad BIM software • Preparing compelling presentation materials to communicate design intents • Coordinating the work of Consultants • Clear communications with the Clients
We value diversity in our workplace At The Architect Builders Collaborative, we believe that diversity supports great design. We welcome people of all backgrounds, gender, and abilities who want to help find solutions to climate change through making great geen buildings. For more infomration and to apply, please visit our website at www.tabc.ca/pages/careers