Forge Performance Group is a Recruitment & Talent Management solutions team located in Calgary, AB.  We are dedicated to connecting our clients with highly skilled professionals well-matched to their unique hiring needs, culture, and goals. This opportunity is posted on behalf of one of our clients.

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded boutique Architectural and Design firm with offices in Calgary and Vancouver. With a reputation built on years of delivering thoughtful design, personalized service, and technical excellence, the firm has earned a loyal following of clients, many with a national presence.

Our client is seeking a Senior Architectural Technologist with a Diploma in Architectural Technologies and at least 7 years of experience, including retail projects. The ideal candidate is proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, and Illustrator, with Revit as an asset, and has a strong track record in consultant coordination, contract administration, and client management. If you’re detail-oriented, solutions-focused, and eager to grow within a collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or certificate from a recognized technical school.
• Minimum 5-7 years (aggregate) experience in Canada.
• 3 years of local / regional experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit (current versions).
• Understanding of Autodesk Revit Add-on programs (energy modelling, etc.)
• Working knowledge of local building codes and bylaws.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assemble complete sets of construction drawings and building permit packages for small to medium sized projects.
• Communicate with design staff regarding transition from design to construction drawings.
• Communicate with engineering consultants and provide feedback.
• Read and understand engineering drawings.
• Submit building permits.
• Communicate, correspond, and coordinate with the authorities having jurisdiction, clients and consultants.

Skills:

Drafting:

• Full understanding of drafting standards and techniques.
• Effective and independent with Revit / CAD software.
• Accuracy and speed with attention to detail.
• Able to explain drafting conventions and standards to junior personnel.
• Able to accurately determine the time required to complete drawing and detailing scope of work.
• Flexible in tasks / design and technical drawing.

Technology:

• Working knowledge of building codes and what they regulate.
• Working knowledge of building systems – i.e. Structural, Mechanical and Electrical - and their inter-relationship with architectural technology.
• Working knowledge of wall, roof and floor technology in dealing with water, thermal, air, and vapour barriers.
• Working knowledge of concrete, masonry, wood, and metal systems, and related technology.
• Working knowledge of specifications / able to generate simple outline specifications.
• The ability to generate construction documents / construction details.

Expectations:

Behaviours:

• Willing to learn and ask questions.
• Self-disciplined and punctual.
• Work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
• Accept responsibility to produce and manage to project schedule and deadlines.
• Accept responsibility to produce and manage for accuracy and completion.
• Understanding of how long tasks take to complete.
• Demonstrate experience and a commitment to core values:
  • Great Listener.
  • Think Like Owners.
  • Trust – never taking client trust for granted.
  • Boutique Level Service Standard - c/w big firm knowledge.

Specializing in retail and commercial projects, this firm is known for its ability to prepare a full complement of interiors as well as Base Building Contract Documents for numerous building types in various asset classes. Their work is creative, diverse, and always evolving, providing exciting challenges for their team. Clients continually seek out this firm not only for its expertise, but also for the care and attention they bring to every project.

What sets our client apart is their collaborative approach and commitment to quality. They foster a progressive, supportive work environment where team members are encouraged to grow professionally while enjoying a positive and engaging workplace culture. They offer many unique benefits tailored to meet the needs of their staff and believe in having fun while working together, delivering a highly professional level of service that the entire team takes great pride in.