J.L. Richards
Architectural Technologist
Dead Line: September 28, 2021
J.L. Richards & Associates Limited (JLR) is a Gold Standard Canadian Best Managed company that provides high-quality architecture, engineering, planning, and project management services to clients in both the private and public sectors. With offices across Ontario, all staffed with a diverse team of professionals, JLR stands out in the industry due to our unique collaborative approach. On every project, we work as a team to provide value for our clients. As a 100% employee-owned and completely Canadian business, JLR understands what clients want and how to deliver designs and built projects that meet their needs.
To support our recent and ongoing growth, JLR’s team is looking to add Architectural Technologists with 10-15 + years of related experience to augment and round out our team. We’re looking for talented and creative people to support both business development and delivery activities, and proven or emerging leaders to develop and manage our clients and projects.
At JLR, candidates can expect to join a creative, tight-knit, and mentorship-focused community with significant opportunities for driven people with tenacity and an entrepreneurial spirit. Our organization is made up of diverse employee-owners with specialized expertise in a wide range of disciplines. You will have the opportunity to partner with clients to develop insightful solutions and see projects through from conception to completion. You’ll be encouraged to go after your interests and try new approaches to further develop our team of dedicated professionals, and to be part of the shared success of the firm.
If you have a creative spirit, thrive when presented with new challenges, and are eager to take your career in new directions, then JLR is the right environment for you.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Work directly with architects, engineers and technologists as part of an integrated multidisciplinary project team at all stages, from concept design to completion;
- Prepare bids, and construction drawings and documents for industrial and commercial projects;
- Discussing, developing, and communicating ideas with verbal and graphic clarity utilizing a design process and collaboration model that includes a wide range of tools, such as drawing/sketching, modelling, diagramming, and 3-D work;
- Assist architects, engineers and technologists with project execution during all project phases;
- Coordinate with other disciplines on multidisciplinary projects;
- Leader in the architectural technologist group and mentorship of junior staff; and
- Travel between JLR offices and project sites across Ontario/Canada, as required, to meet the needs of various projects.
Skills and Qualifications
- Graduate of an Architectural Technology program at a recognized Ontario post-secondary school;
- OAAS designation or eligibility for designation;
- 10-15 + years of experience working within an architect’s office;
- Proficiency in latest version of AutoCAD Microsoft Office Suite;
- Highly proficient in Revit;
- Sketchup experience would be considered an asset;
- Strong conceptual design skills in exploring innovative approaches;
- Ability to discuss, develop and communicate ideas with verbal and graphic clarity;
- Sound understanding of drawing principles and standards;
- Working knowledge of local building codes, standards, and building structures;
- Possess a full understanding of building science, construction materials, construction methods, and architectural detailing;
- Experience in contract administration
- Organized with the ability to manage time, deliverables, budgets, and personnel;
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written;
- Ability to work within a team environment and work within a project team made up of architects, engineers, and planners; and
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
Why Join Us?
- 100% employee-owned with share ownership opportunities at all levels;
- The flexibility to plan your time autonomously through our remote work policy;
- Work-life balance is strongly encouraged;
- Stable, long-term employment with opportunities for advancement based on merit, skill, and initiative;
- Friendly, welcoming and team-oriented atmosphere that fosters collaboration;
- Flexible career direction with opportunities to choose your own path;
- Interesting and exciting assignments ranging in size and type;
- Corporate philosophy that encourages growth and development along with an “open-door” policy where communication is encouraged;
- Competitive salary reviewed annually;
- Health / dental benefits offered immediately;
- RRSP / DPSP program offered immediately;
- Merit-and-profit bonus program for eligible employees; and
- Extracurricular social events (annual “prom”, golf tournaments, sports teams, department lunches, summer BBQs, and much more).
Application Instructions:
Please submit a cover letter, resume and portfolio outlining your skills, qualifications, and the specific experiences that make you an ideal candidate for the position by emailing careers@jlrichards.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only applicants selected to move on in our selection process will be contacted.
JLR welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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