architect

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Consult with clients to determine the type, style and purpose of renovations or new building construction being considered
• Project management
• Conceptualize and design buildings and develop plans describing design specifications, building materials, costs and construction schedules
• Office management
• Prepare sketches and models
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of drawings, specifications and other construction documents for use by contractors and tradespersons
• Staff recruitment and selection
• Feasibility studies and financial analyses of building projects
• Supervision of technologists, technicians and other architects
• Prepare bidding documents, participate in contract negotiations and award construction contracts
• Monitor activities on construction sites to ensure compliance with specifications
• Conduct feasibility studies and financial analyses of building projects