AECOM

Senior Architect

AECOM$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture
  • Licensed Architect with OAA or eligible for OAA licensure
  • 6+ years of complex building project experience
  • Proven experience with Alternative Delivery models
  • Proficiency in Revit
  • Strong communication and client-facing skills
  • Eligible for security clearance(s)

Responsibilities

  • Lead architectural design and project delivery on Alternative Delivery projects
  • Serve as primary client interface to manage expectations and build relationships
  • Provide strategic oversight for multi-disciplinary teams throughout project phases
  • Prepare and review design documentation, specification, and cost estimates
  • Mentor junior staff and provide technical leadership
  • Collaborate with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders
  • Contribute to business development and project planning initiatives

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Paid time off and leaves of absence
  • Flexible work options and well-being resources
  • Employee assistance program and business travel insurance
  • Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan
Full Job Description
Job Description

AECOM is seeking a highly experienced Senior Architect to lead complex building projects in our Ottawa office. This is a key leadership role in our established multidisciplinary and growing team, focused on Alternative Delivery projects (Design-Build, IPD, P3, MDB) for both the public and private sector clients.
  • Lead architectural design and project delivery on Alternative Delivery projects
  • Serve as the primary client interface, managing expectations and building strong relationships
  • Provide strategic oversight for multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring design intent is realized from concept through construction
  • Prepare and review design documentation, construction details, specifications, and cost estimates
  • Mentor junior staff and provide technical leadership within the team
  • Collaborate with internal and external consultants, contractors, and stakeholders
  • Contribute to business development, proposals, and project planning initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code and established architectural standards
  • Lead projects through all phases of delivery (pre-design, schematic design, design development, and construction documents)
  • Manage consultant coordination, schedules, and deliverables under tight deadlines
  • Prepare and coordinate the development of reports, drawings, specifications, and presentation materials
  • Manage client relationships and participate in or facilitate meetings with clients, stakeholders, and end users


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture
  • Licensed Architect with the OAA, or licensed in another province with eligibility to obtain OAA licensure
  • 6+ years of experience on complex building projects
  • Proven experience with Alternative Delivery models (Design-Build, IPD, P3, MDB)
  • Proficiency in Revit
  • Client-facing experience with strong communication and presentation skills
  • Eligible for security clearance(s)

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of experience on complex building projects
  • Experience with Federal or Defense projects
  • Strong knowledge of the National Building Code and Ontario Building Code, as well as building systems
  • Experience in project management for large-scale projects
  • High level of proficiency in Revit, with working knowledge of AutoCAD
  • Knowledge of Rhino, Photoshop, Illustrator, and visualization tools such as Enscape and V-Ray
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Bluebeam
  • Experience with permitting and approvals processes in Canadian municipalities
  • Ability to lead design workshops, engage with end-users, and deliver client presentations
  • French is considered an asset


Additional Information
  • Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position


About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014.

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Learn more about AECOM
Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
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