Project Architect - Healthcare Design

About the job

About Us: mcCallumSather seeks project architects who are passionate about sustainability and experienced in healthcare environments. With locations in Hamilton, Kitchener, Toronto, and Kincardine, we offer exciting growth opportunities across various sectors. Our clients value our multidisciplinary, integrated team, expertise, creativity, and market-specific designs—and we make the process enjoyable! Our team members thrive in an energetic, creative environment where entrepreneurial spirit is encouraged, and each person has the opportunity to shape their own career path.

About the Role: Reporting to and under the general supervision of the firm Principals, the Project Architect will fulfill an essential role in the office by working alongside the firm Principals to oversee healthcare and research projects from design through construction. This role involves working directly with clients, consultants, designers, and technical teams to prepare the necessary documents for the project. In addition, it requires active engagement within the firm to promote the culture and engage positively with all staff members. Establishing, nurturing, and maintaining client relationships is a key component of this position as well as facilitating the promotion of the firm with outside individuals and agencies.

Education/Licensing/Certifications:

1. Bachelor/Master’s Degree in Architecture from an accredited post-secondary institution
2. Intern member of the OAA or Licensed Architect, OAAA
3. Project Portfolio to demonstrate experience and capabilities
4. Driver’s License

Professional Experience:

1. 4-7 years of regional professional experience directly related to Healthcare Design
2. Experience and working knowledge of complex building typologies in Labs and Healthcare LEED projects

Knowledge & Skills:

1. Experience with Functional Programming within the Healthcare Sector
2. Experience using Revit, Sketch-Up, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam
3. General understanding of Microsoft Project, Illustrator, InDesign
4. Strong working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code
5. Solid understanding of Construction and Contract Administration processes
6. Strong communication skills with both internal teammates and external clients/project stakeholders
7. Understanding of contracts related to our industries
8. Fluency in the design and construction process, building science, and building systems
9. Capable of conducting site assessments and building system audits
10. Preparation of project reports and presentations at design milestones
11. Coordination with suppliers, contractors, and other design disciplines
12. Ability to work with clients and consultant groups to manage a project, with supervision
13. Understanding of the sustainability implications of building systems and finishes
14. Preparation of tender documents and assistance in the development of specifications
15. Review of construction budgets
16. Provide/assist in construction review and collaborate with team members to issue the necessary documentation

Demonstrated Ability To:

1. Deliver design excellence: meet/exceed project success criteria
2. Integrate the three pillars of sustainability into the design process: social, financial, environmental
3. Develop and sustain relationships with client and consultant groups
4. Work on multiple projects simultaneously
5. Provide quality documents with minimal mark-ups
6. Determine/draw/delegate critical building sections and plan details
7. Provide completely coordinated documents
8. Be receptive to feedback to optimize professional growth and contribution
9. Mentor and coach junior team members
10. Work in a team environment by sharing, collaborating, and assisting others
11. Engage in self-initiated learning and professional development
12. Reflect the company mission vision and values and contribute positively to the company culture