Join our dynamic and collaborative team
You Are:
A dynamic and collaborative professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for innovation. Your expertise lies in blending creativity with technical precision to bring designs to life. You excel in understanding the broader vision while meticulously attending to every aspect of the project. Your ability to balance creativity with practicality ensures that designs not only meet aesthetic goals but also fulfill functional requirements. You thrive in a dynamic yet professional environment where you interact with diverse teams and individuals across multiple locations.
We Are:
A people-centred organization focused on creating architectural solutions that elevate and inspire human experiences. We love sustainable design and highly functional approaches that truly make a difference in the lives of our clients and the people whom the spaces are designed for. We’re big on mentorship, work-life balance, and collaboration. S2 Architecture operates with offices in three locations, and we spearhead projects across Western Canada.
Role summary
The junior technologist will assist in the production of detailed contract documents, including drawings and specifications, under direction of senior staff within a team environment. You will be able to work independently on projects and keep the project lead and supervisor updated on progress and issues as required. The individual must be familiar with the processes of conceptualization, design and implementation of buildings as well as the technological aspects of building design from an engineering and construction standpoint. The advanced technologist role is one of seeking to learn and to understand aspects of the technical process at an entry level position.
What you will require:
Education, Licenses & Certifications:
- Architectural Technology diploma
- Engineering Design and Drafting diploma and/or Autodesk Revit training certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution
Experience:
- 0-3 years of experience in the design/architectural/engineering industry
- Post-Secondary Diploma from an accredited school or Architectural Technology Program
- Training in architectural technology, building technical design and construction
What you will work on:
- Provide support to design staff during design phases
- Assist in preparation of design drawings
- Assist in the preparation of architectural contract documents following company standards
- Assist in on-site verifications of as-built conditions
- Provide support through contract administration phase
- Assist in shop drawing reviews
- Assist with contract administration paperwork
- Assist in implementation of record drawings at project close-out
- Provide guidance and leadership to junior staff as appropriate
- May be required to pick up/drop off permit applications at the applicable authority having jurisdiction
- May be required to provide support or assist with various tasks at various skills levels as may be required for project and / or firm success
You will need knowledge competencies:
- Basic understanding of:
- Building, fire and energy codes
- Design and construction process
- Specifications
- Building materials and installation methods
- Local authority process
- Architectural document preparation and layout
- Proficient at drawing sheet set up, annotating and dimensioning utilizing Autodesk Revit software
You will need technical competencies:
- Autodesk Revit
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Bluebeam REVU
The above description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities of the role, responsibilities and duties may be assigned or adjusted at any time with or without notice. S2 Architecture supports an inclusive and diverse workforce. S2 Architecture values and respects the diversity of our team, and we work to create opportunity for each team member to reach their full potential.
