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Job summary

The role involves contributing to complex architectural projects by managing design concepts, technical development, and project delivery. You will work closely with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure project quality, budget adherence, and regulatory compliance.

Job details

Welcome to Kasian, where nearly 40 years of design excellence has shaped our passion for creating spaces that connect people, strengthen communities, and improve everyday experiences. With offices across Canada and a team of more than 250 talented professionals, we bring together diverse perspectives and expertise to deliver thoughtful, innovative design solutions across a wide range of sectors, including commercial, workplace, healthcare, senior living, industrial, transportation, post-secondary, and public projects. The Opportunity We are looking for a motivated and passionate Intermediate Architectural Designer or Technologist to join our Toronto team. In this role, you will contribute to exciting and complex projects while working closely with Senior Designers, Project Managers, and multidisciplinary teams to bring design concepts through technical development and delivery. Depending on the project, you may take ownership of the design process for small to medium-sized projects or serve as a key design and technical resource on larger assignments. Experience working on Mass Timber projects is required. Leadership Competencies Business Development May assist with business development by contributing to proposals, attending interviews, etc. Here's what you’ll be doing at Kasian: Project Planning Work with Project Manager (PM) or other Project Leader (Job Captain, Design Team Leader, etc.) to create work plans, drawing units, scope of services, budgets, and staffing requirements In cooperation with the PM, review and monitor project scope and initiate corrective actions as required Project Delivery Assist with the Kasian design process including creation of design concepts, presentation material, and required submission documentation Participate in the production of successful design and contract documentation in alignment with Kasian’s standards of quality, client program, and budget needs Prepare outline specifications and assist in detailed project specification development Coordinate building and development permit submissions Participate in client and public presentations Coordinate consultant activity Participate in design and production meetings Work alongside the PM to build relationships with clients by proactively responding to program and budget requirements Work with supervisor and authorities having jurisdiction to interpret and conform to codes and bylaws Properly maintain project records Project Review Advise supervisor immediately of any project performance issues and work to resolve problems, including ongoing review of project quality and monitoring of budget and schedule Ensure that competent peer reviews are conducted at project milestones Here’s what you bring to Kasian: Graduate of an accredited B. Arch program, coupled with 5-10 years of experience working on Mass Timber projects is required Registration or intern registration with a provincial regulatory board is an asset Demonstrated design aptitude and graphic capabilities Knowledge of applicable building codes and by-laws Knowledge of construction practices Proficient in design software; Revit knowledge is required Effective written and oral communication skills Strong time management skills Ability to build relationships and work well within a team environment What We Offer: A creative and collaborative environment Competitive salary and annual performance reviews Professional development support Mentorship programs and career growth opportunities Flexibility and work-life balance in a values-driven workplace If you’re passionate about the technical side of architecture and ready to take on your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply here or submit your resume to careers@kasian.com

What you’ll do

The role involves contributing to complex architectural projects by managing design concepts, technical development, and project delivery. You will work closely with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure project quality, budget adherence, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree from an accredited B. Arch program and possess 5-10 years of experience specifically in Mass Timber projects. Proficiency in Revit and a strong understanding of building codes and construction practices are essential.

Benefits

• Creative and collaborative environment • Competitive salary • Annual performance reviews • Professional development support • Mentorship programs • Career growth opportunities • Flexibility • Work-life balance

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Architectural Design · Preferred
• client relations · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Mass Timber
• Architectural design
• Revit
• Building codes
• Construction practices
• Project planning
• Project delivery
• Technical documentation
• Specification development
• Consultant coordination
• Graphic capabilities
• Time management
• Team collaboration
• Client relations
• Permit submissions

Job areas

• Construction
• Art & Design
• Engineering
• Consulting