Senior Architect

Who We Are

As a leading Canadian architectural practice, Zeidler designs meaningful spaces that contribute to the community and deliver lasting value. With offices in Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver and Victoria, we offer full architectural and interior design services.

Propelled by curiosity and driven by human connection, our creative process is based on cultivating the potential of our team. We nurture our expertise through mentorship and continuous learning. We listen to, consider, and build on each other’s ideas to develop thoughtful solutions that address complex challenges.

Our award-winning work spans a broad range of sectors including academic, healthcare, residential, mixed-use, commercial, cultural and civic. As we continue to grow our national practice, we are seeking talented individuals who embrace creative, passionate, and forward-thinking approaches to join our dynamic team.


What We Are Seeking

As a Senior Architect at Zeidler, you will actively contribute to the design, delivery and coordination of all phases of the project from pre-design to site administration. This will include responsibility for architectural drawings, design integration/strategies and planning requirements. Collaboration is a key component of this role and will involve consultant coordination, client relations and strong project communication. Duties include:

Lead projects as a Project Manager including but not limited to the management of team, scope, schedule, finances and communication following the firm's processes.

Taking a strong role in the creation of designs including conception and development including preparing high quality design details

Ability to review and develop specifications

Supervises the preparation of preliminary plans and detailed drawings for highly complex projects

Develops design concepts and translates them into design documents during project phases

Collaborates on client presentations and presents design concepts and drawings

Provides instruction on specific design objectives, complex features and solutions

Provides direction in team meetings to ensure continuity of design intent

Attends site meetings, performs shop drawing review and contract administrative duties as required

Works primarily with the Architectural team and occasionally with the Interiors teams as required

Mentor and coach teams and individuals to develop their skills/ capacities and reach their potential

Lead by effective communication, enabling channels of communication, providing effective feedback and being approachable/ supportive

Support Management in the preparation and conducting of employee performance reviews

Oversee project staffing and sets objectives and expectations for the team

Responsible for managing direct reports to ensure work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner

Reviews and approves direct reports’ timesheet

Represent the firm in the industry to advance the company’s interest and profile

Build the culture by role modeling the values of the organization

Contribute to the development of proposals and business development for the studio

Contribute to maintaining and improving strong policies, procedures and systems for the studio

Maintain strong presence in the professional association

As a member of our team, you are expected to actively adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures established by the company. This includes understanding and following all relevant guidelines, participating in mandatory training sessions, and consistently practicing safe work habits. You are responsible for identifying and reporting potential hazards, contributing to a safe working environment, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Your commitment to maintaining a safe workplace is crucial to the well-being of all employees and the overall success of our operations

What Will You Bring

Degree in Architecture from a recognized post-secondary institution

10+ years of experience as an Architect

Extensive experience with delivering federal and/or institutional and/or healthcare projects, i.e. complex building types

Registered with OAA or another Canadian architectural association

Assure project compliance with architectural office procedures and related architectural drawing standards

Contribute to the building design process from conceptual design to contract documents and site administration

Full knowledge of local construction systems and related detailing including the integration of sustainable building design criteria

LEED AP and/or Certified Passive House Designer preferred

Extensive experience with local city development and building permit process required

Strong conceptual and design skills – creative drawing ability, 3D modeling and freehand sketch skills required

Technical drawing ability – Revit and CAD required

Ability to work in an open, collaborative workplace environment

This position may require the ability to travel as needed. Travel may include visiting client sites, attending meetings, participating in training sessions, and representing the company at industry events.

Benefits + Perks

Zeidler believes in a work-life balance and valuing our people with benefits like:

PATO Days – enjoy an extra day off on long weekends and holiday closures

Competitive compensation

Benefits include extended health, dental, health and wellness spending allowance, EFAP, etc.

Annual profit share

Wellness initiatives

Training & education support

Mentorship and continuous learning

Professional membership reimbursement

Social events

Fun work environment and great firm culture… and so much more

What to do now

If you are a motivated, creative, and inspired individual who has the ambition to grow and enjoys working in a collaborative, exciting, and fast-paced environment surrounded by challenging opportunities, we would like to hear from you. Please apply here!

Zeidler is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, and stand by our principles for a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcome and we encourage applications from, but not limited to visible minorities, peoples with disabilities, racialized peoples, Indigenous peoples, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Please let us know by email or by telephone at 403-233-2525 if you require any accommodation throughout the interview process. We will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate.

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