Architect

Architect - ( 240001KE )

Description

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

We are looking for an Architect to fulfill the role of Project Architect that will work closely and in collaboration with the Project Manager. You will be responsible for leading the Architectural design, technical deliverables, and coordination of these projects, each with varying levels of complexity and scale. You will be working within fully integrated design teams throughout all project phases, from pre-design through to post-construction services.

Projects typically include new construction, building additions or upgrades, building envelope upgrades, reports, and building condition assessments.

Business development is a key role in how we maintain and develop our clients. Your work will be to assist leadership in developing strategies for business development.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Supports project teams in development of design documentation.
• Assists in the development of a design through sketches, physical models, electronic models, diagrams, massing studies, and other visual formats.
• Utilizes BIM technologies in development of three-dimensional models of buildings and their components.
• Participates in design critiques and pin-ups.
• Interprets and applies building codes and requirements of other regulatory agencies.
• Prepares and revises documentation in various architectural phases including site plans, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, and details.
• Coordinates building systems (structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.) to ensure compatibility with the design intent.
• Reviews shop drawings and submittals, responds to RFIs, prepares site observation reports, and other contract administration tasks.
• Coordination of specs with construction documents.
• Assists in the evaluation and selection of building systems and materials.
• Attends project coordination and meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants.
• Participates in value engineering and basic cost estimating.
• Implements sustainable design principles into the building design and surrounding environment.
• Assists in site analysis, research of concept, benchmarks, typology, and precedents.
• Demonstrated ability to lead the development of Contract Documents, including drawings and coordinating specifications, from schematic design to construction issue documents.
• Ability to assist with tendering process, issuance of Addenda, pre-bid meetings, bid evaluations, negotiations, and preparation of owner-contractor contracts.
• Ability to provide Contract Administration services, including meetings, Field Observations and Reports, preparation of Supplemental Instructions, Contemplated Change Notices, Change Orders, and Change Directives
• Ability to oversee the design intent/vision is maintained throughout the project, from conception through system and material selection, visualization, implementation, documentation, coordination, and construction.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Ability to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Basic knowledge and application of accessibility codes and applicable building codes.
• Basic knowledge of building construction systems means and methods, materials, and industry associated standards are expected.
• Basic understanding of all phases of architectural document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
• Ability to check own work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
• Willingness to participate and collaborate in a project team setting through all phases of architectural document production.
• Able to interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material.
• Excellent knowledge of construction costing and quantity surveying from cost planning through cost control.
• Excellent knowledge of building construction systems, constructability, materials, and industry associated standards.
• Excellent knowledge of construction procurement models, contracts, and delivery: Design-Bid-Build, Construction Management, and Design Building minimum.
• Ability to acquire required Security Clearances for a variety of institutional project types.
• Ability to travel and work in other provincial jurisdictions and collaborate with other Stantec offices across North America.
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication skills.
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD,

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in architecture or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Registered Architect in Manitoba

Typical office environment working with computers. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : Canada-Manitoba-Winnipeg

Organization : BC-1445 Buildings-CA Manitoba

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Apr 8, 2024, 4:42:04 PM

Req ID: 240001KE

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans