Architectural Technician

Architectural Technician Department: Architecture & Planning Employment Type: Permanent
- Full Time

Location:
Dartmouth, NS Compensation: $65,000
- $90,000 / year Description Established in 2018, zzap operates as a strategic design partner, embedding within the workflows of property owners, developers, institutions, and public‑sector clients from the earliest stages of site conceptualization. Our work focuses on unlocking site potential while advancing design quality across Atlantic Canada. zzap’s founders believe that the integration of architecture and planning, grounded in place and supported by meaningful engagement, results in projects that are embraced by the communities they serve. This approach has contributed to a strong and growing reputation across Atlantic Canada in community planning, land development, heritage, and building design. zzap works across a broad range of project typologies and sectors, including government, institutional, non‑profit, commercial, industrial, hospitality, mixed‑use, residential, and heritage. Our work spans multiple scales, from strategic planning and policy frameworks to individual buildings and sites, and reflects a commitment to thoughtful, context‑driven design responses rooted in place, policy, and long‑term viability. By integrating urban planners and architects within a single practice, zzap simplifies the complex nature of land development, particularly in environments where regulatory frameworks, site constraints, and competing interests intersect. This integrated approach allows us to support clients through complexity, from early feasibility and entitlement through to detailed design and delivery. zzap’s work is shaped by community needs and real‑world conditions. Whether advancing community planning initiatives, stewarding heritage assets, or delivering new infrastructure and buildings, we bring a consistent focus on design quality, collaboration, and responsible growth. zzap Values
- Start‑to‑Finish Care and Respect
- Just Be Honest (Honesty and Trust)
- Bring ’Em to the Table (Collaboration)
- Roll With It (Adaptability)
- Check Our Egos at the Door (Humility) This Moment, This Position zzap is growing, and we are excited to welcome multiple Architectural Technicians, Technologists, or Technical Architects to our team. We are open to candidates at both intermediate and senior levels, and we will align responsibilities, autonomy, and compensation based on experience, technical expertise, and leadership contribution. Whether you bring several years of hands‑on technical experience and are ready to deepen your skills, or you are a senior technologist with advanced expertise in construction documentation, building science, and project coordination, this is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to diverse, high‑quality architectural projects in a collaborative studio environment. Technical Drafting and Documentation
- Prepare detailed working drawings, specifications, and construction documents using Revit, AutoCAD, and related tools.
- Produce presentation drawings, renderings, and physical and digital models to support design development and client communication.
- Prepare comprehensive documentation for tender, permit, and construction phases. Building Science and Construction Knowledge
- Apply a strong understanding of construction methodologies, materials, and best practices to support constructable and efficient design solutions.
- Apply building science knowledge to resolve complex technical and constructability challenges. Code Compliance and Regulatory Coordination
- Work alongside the project architect to ensure designs align with zoning regulations, building codes, and applicable technical standards.
- Review and interpret technical documents, bylaws, and reports to inform design decisions and approvals. Collaboration and Project Coordination
- Work closely with architects, engineers, planners, and consultants to integrate design and technical elements seamlessly.
- Establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners to support smooth project delivery. Contract Administration Support
- Assist with contract administration services including preparing addenda, supplementary sketches, and site instructions.
- Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and support change order documentation.
- Participate in construction‑phase coordination and site reviews as required. Continuous Learning and Professional Development
- Maintain proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and emerging technologies.
- Engage in ongoing professional learning to stay current with construction methods, codes, and industry advancements. Intermediate Architectural Technician / Technologist / Technical Architect
- Experience working in an architectural or multidisciplinary design environment with a demonstrated ability to contribute to project documentation and technical production.
- Strong technical dra