Project Architect, Industrial

Stantec's Buildings team is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design. Join us and design your place with Stantec. 

Your Opportunity

We are looking for a Project Architect for our Military, Industrial, and Manufacturing Practices. Working 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 and building condition assessments. Some of our project types include new construction and/or renovations to:

• Aircraft hangars
• Military Facilities
• Vehicle Maintenance Facilities
• Data Centers
• Food & Beverage Processing
• Transit Stations
• Commercial
• Manufacturing
• Operations Maintenance & Storage Facilities,
• Warehousing and Distribution Centres
• Light Industrial Projects
• Medium and Large-scale Component Manufacturing and Assembly Facilities
• Power Plant buildings
• Blast-resistant Facilities
• Storage for dangerous goods
• Buildings for hazardous processes
• Industrial laboratories
• Industrial Maintenance Buildings, and switchgear or other power-related structures.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist with developing or leading project proposals, including Project Approach, Methodology, Workplan, Resourcing, Scheduling and Fees.
• Assist with preparing marketing materials including presentations, awards, etc.
• Build and inspire strong, efficient, effective, and driven Project Teams.
• Lead, direct, and/or assist with client meetings and stakeholder engagement workshops.
• Establish project deliverables through a collaborative approach with the team to meet project schedules.
• Lead interdisciplinary project team meetings, peer reviews, independent reviews, and advance a collaborative approach to design, technical solutions and project delivery.
• Lead, direct, and/or assist the Project Manager with monitoring and managing project financials including workplan, resources, deliverables, invoicing, and change orders.
• Lead, direct, and/or assist with site analysis and evaluations.
• Lead, direct, and/or assist with investigating/verifying existing conditions including documentation, measurement, and verification, as well as building and property condition assessments including verification of zoning by-laws with local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ's), National Building Code (NBC), National Fire Code (NFC), and other appliable codes and standards.
• Ability to collaborate with Clients to analyze needs and develop program requirements.
• Ability to develop design options/approach.
• Understanding of general concepts around industrial/manufacturing processes, including site planning, functional operations, and client requirements.
• Ability to work within BIM model set up, utilizing BIM technologies to design and develop projects and renderings.
• Assist with the evaluation and selection of building systems and materials.
• Refined ability to prepare Project/Design Reports, including graphic communication, writing, and coordination.
• Firm understanding of coordination of building systems.
• Ability to implement sustainable design principles.
• Ability to analyze Quantity Survey data and develop value engineering options and strategies.
• 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 that the design intent/vision is maintained throughout the project, from conception through system and material selection, visualization, implementation, documentation, coordination, and construction. 

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication skills.
• Driven to achieve Design Excellence through brilliant and collaborative design.
• Proven ability to lead, solve complex multi-stakeholder problems, and inspire project teams, clients, users, consultants, contractors, and trades.
• Proven ability to engage and work within a creative and critical integrated design practice.
• Good understanding of structural, mechanical, and electrical systems for buildings.
• Demonstrated interest in holistic design, systems thinking, construction, materials, sustainability, and technical design detailing.
• Proven ability to check work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage team to meet project budget and schedule.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of accessibility codes, applicable building and life-safety codes for a wide variety of project types and complexity.
• Experience with and understanding of hazardous environments and processes.
• 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 (e.g. Design-Bid-Build, Construction Management, and Design/Build).
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office, Revit, AutoCAD.
• 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.

Education and Experience

Master of Architecture required.
MAA License, or equivalent Provincial Registration required.
Minimum of 5+ years of experience preferred. 

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may require travel and 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.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.