Senior Associate, Architecture

Senior Associate – Hermitage

Hermitage Architects is a small architectural design practice in the east end of Toronto (Leslieville), which for the past 14 years has enjoyed providing our client Urbacon Construction/ Development, and Urbacon Data Solutions, with engaged consulting services, ranging from programming & project management, design & construction documents to construction administration. We specialize in data centre & mission critical facilities, as well of office and industrial buildings.

We are looking for a Senior Associate that will join our energetic and enthusiastic studio, where you will find a friendly comfortable working environment and an industry standard benefits package.

About the role

Reporting to the Director of Architecture, the Senior Associate will play a key leadership role in the design and delivery of complex architectural projects. As part of a small, highly collaborative office, you will be deeply involved in every stage of the project lifecycle—from conceptual design and technical development to construction documentation and contract administration.

This role requires a seasoned professional with strong design sensibility, technical proficiency, and project management skills. You will assist in leading and mentoring junior team members, coordinate with multi-disciplinary consultants, and ensure that design intent and technical excellence are maintained throughout each project phase.

Responsibilities

• Because we are a small office the successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of the office including design, production documents, specs and contract administration.
• Preparing AutoCAD and Revit drawings while managing layers, units, scaling, and x refs.
• Senior level of design/technical detailing, as required for project execution.
• Select and Resolve materials and methods of general construction.
• Managing project documentation, including emails & shop drawings.
• Develop and manage each project's Revit model
• Assist as required with construction administration activities, including shop drawing review, specifications, and site instructions

Candidate Requirements

• University or College degree in Architecture / Technology.
• Highly organized with excellent English communication skills.
• Knowledge of materials and methods of general construction. Strong understanding of building science and detailing.
• Minimum 15 yrs. knowledge and experience in AutoCAD and Revit, preferably in an Architect's office in Canada.
• High level of skill with Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experienced with building practices and the Ontario Building Code.
• Site reviews and contract administration experience as asset.
• Interested in working on commercial offices & retail, industrial, data centres, mission critical facilities, and interiors.
• Minimum years of relevant post-graduate experience in the production of architecture and interior design drawings from Schematic Design through to Construction Administration.
• Well-organized problem solver.
• Experienced managing multi-disciplined engineering consultants including mechanical, electrical, fire suppression, and structural.
• OAA Designation is considered an asset.

Skills

• Because we are a small office the successful candidate will have involvement in all aspects of the office including design, production documents, specs and contract administration
• Creative & focused individual who can share ideas.
• Ability to work in a group.
• Ability to listen, take directions and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision; self start if needed.
• Not reluctant to ask questions.
• Diverse skill sets related to architecture, i.e. 3-D modelling, In-Design, Photoshop, publishing software, hard models and hand drawing,

Location & Commitments

• Hermitage Office – 750 Lakeshore Blvd East – 5 days a week