Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: French
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Education: Master's degree
Experience: 5 years or more
or equivalent experience

Work setting

Architectural firm

Tasks

Adjust their designs to conform to limiting factors such as budget allocation and cost of materialsAward construction contracts to building contractors Consult with clients to determine the type, style and purpose of renovations or new building construction being consideredGenerate building plans and detailed drawings to be used by contractors and tradespersonsManage the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in architecture or engineering projectsParticipate in contract negotiationsPrepare documents showing both the structural needs and the materials required for constructionProject managementSupervise the preparation of drawings, specifications and other construction documents for use by contractors and tradespersonsWork in limiting factors, such as town planning laws and environmental impact assessmentsConceptualize and design buildings and develop plans describing design specifications, building materials, costs and construction schedulesOffice managementConstruction site supervisionPrepare sketches and modelsPerform architectural research Conduct feasibility studies of building projectsSupervision of technologists, technicians and other architectsEstimate costsProposal preparationWrite plans describing project specifications and construction schedulesInterior design (general)Monitor activities on construction sites to ensure compliance with specificationsConduct feasibility studies and financial analyses of building projects

Supervision

1 to 2 people3-4 peopleContractorsStaff in various areas of responsibility

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Membership in l'Ordre des architectes du QuébecLicensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Computer and technology knowledge

Adobe PhotoshopMS OfficeAutoCADAutodesk REVITSketchUpAdobe SuiteInDesign

Architectural specialization

Public buildingsNew constructionRenovationSite inspectionsInstitutionalInterior and space planningRestoration and/or preservation

Specialization or experience

Green economy sectorSpecialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

Drafting

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Tight deadlinesAttention to detailAbility to distinguish between coloursSittingHand-eye co-ordinationStanding for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

Steel-toed safety bootsHard hatInternet accessCellular phone

Personal suitability

AccurateClient focusExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationJudgementOrganizedFlexibility

Screening questions

Are you authorized to work in Canada?Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?Do you have experience working in this field?Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

Flexible hours

Employment terms options

To be determinedDay

Green job

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

Dental planDisability benefitsHealth care plan

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