Position Summary
SvN Architects Planners is looking for a Revit-capable Senior Architect for our Vancouver Studio, with experience on all phases of projects. This position is both design and technically focused, requiring individuals who can synthesize strong design intent with technical resolution, someone who is self-motivated and organized.
Critical thinking is at the core of our approach to design. We encourage design input at all levels and are looking for candidates that will invest in projects with the same level of passion that we bring to our work.
Qualifications
● 7 years of post-graduate experience;
● Experience in high-rise housing typologies, with a focus on Construction Documentation and Construction Administration phases;
● Must be registered with the AIBC or eligible to register with the AIBC;
● Exceptional design, communication, organization and interpersonal skills;
● Strong in Revit and AutoCAD;
● Technical understanding of building construction detailing including experience in mid-rise and high-rise mixed-use buildings an asset;
● Project management experience an asset;
● Experience working within the BC Building Code, Vancouver Building Bylaw and local zoning bylaws;
● Experience with passive house and net zero design principles including energy modeling, daylighting analysis and life cycle assessment tools are an asset.
Competencies:
● Exceptional design skills – generating creative and innovative solutions to problems;
● Excellent and organizational skills including planning, organizing, scheduling in an efficient productive manner with focus on key priorities;
● Strong problem-solving skills, with accuracy and attention to detail;
● Enthusiastic and passionate about the work;
● Effective communicator: articulate and patient;
● A self-starter who is able to work independently.
The salary range for this role is $95,000 – $115,000 or commensurate based on experience.
Why Choose SvN?
SvN is one of Canada’s premier integrated design firms with a multidisciplinary team of architects, planners, urban designers and landscape architects engaged with the dynamic social, economic and environmental forces that define and govern where we live and work. We provide solutions focused on the urgent transition of the built environment into an equitable and low carbon world.
We are committed to engaging with projects that put people, the planet and local economies at the forefront of design. We believe the multiple crises we face today are fundamentally design challenges. We are unique in providing design-intensive services and believe that ideas and expertise together with optimism and generosity can help make a better world.
Since our original inception over 40 years ago, we continue to shape the built environment in regions, cities, and towns across Canada and worldwide. Recently joining with Hotson Architecture Inc., expanding our collective presence in Vancouver. We currently have a number of housing projects, single family houses, academic and commercial interiors. We also work on a range of other projects, such as urban design, master planning and feasibility studies.
Now with offices in Toronto, Vancouver and Mexico City (known as SvNMX). We’ve revitalized industrial waterfronts, developed many new forms of affordable housing, designed resilient neighbourhoods, and promoted rural and urban economic development.
SvN offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
● Full Health and Dental benefits, including a $1000 Health and Wellness Spending Account;
● Parental Leave top-up of 75% for 13 weeks*
● A generous Professional Development Allowance of $1500, as well as covering licensing fees;
● A Group Retirement Savings Plan with a matching component;
● A generous amount of vacation, sick and personal time, as well as a studio-wide closure over the holidays in December;
● An incentive compensation Bonus Program;
● Flexible work hours; and
● Engaging and fun social events, with opportunities to participate throughout the year including ski days, holiday parties, weekly forums, design workshops and more!
*after 6 months of service
How Do I Apply?
Candidates may apply through our HR platform on our Careers Page.
Please attach or send a link for a portfolio of your work. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to present your portfolio.
As an employer committed to employment equity, SvN encourages applications from members of equity-seeking communities, including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions. We encourage members of equity-seeking groups to self-identify within the cover letter in their application.
If you require any form of accommodation during the application process, please let us know how we can assist.
