Senior Architectural Technologist

AECOM Buildings Places Architectural team is seeking a Senior Architectural Technologist to join our team. This position will be based out of the Kitchener studio with remote/hybrid work options permitted. This position is to fill an existing position within the team.

AECOM Buildings Places Canada (BP Canada) is a vibrant and growing fully integrated team spanning architecture building engineering disciplines landscape architecture urban planning urban design and project/asset management for design and infrastructure projects. Project assignments may include although not limited to: Commercial Public Safety and Justice Transportation Municipal Government Defense and Educational sectors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform as a Senior Architectural Technologist.

• Under the direction of AECOM Project Managers and Architectural Discipline Leads lead the technical development and production of comprehensive construction documentation through all phases of project delivery across multiple projects.
• Work with Architectural Discipline Leads during all stages of document production to ensure design intent is maintained.
• Assist in the development and refinement of construction details with a focus on constructability durability and established building science principles.
• Review construction documentation packages for technical accuracy and conformance with local building standards and codes.
• Coordinate with AECOM specification writers to ensure construction document consistency across technical drawings and specification packages.
• Coordinate with internal AECOM disciplines (Structural Mechanical Electrical Communications Civil Landscape Sustainability) and external sub-consultants throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Support Architectural Discipline Leads in Construction Contract Administration phase activities such as responding to RFIs reviewing contractor submittals managing contract admin documentation logs preparing supplemental instructions change documentation and assisting with general review.
• Participate in meetings and work closely with AECOM Project Managers and Architectural Discipline Leads and project team members throughout project development.
• Provide support and mentorship to intermediate/junior team members.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• HS six (6) years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

• Extensive familiarity with the Ontario Building Code and National Building Code. Familiarity with the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings considered an asset.
• Extensive proficiency with Revit and BIM workflows AutoCAD and MS Office (Word Excel) with Bluebeam Revu Studio proficiency considered an asset.
• Extensive technical knowledge of building systems construction detailing and sequencing and building science principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• University degree or College diploma in Architecture with seven to ten (7-10) years of relevant experience with complex building types.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced project delivery environment with a multi-disciplinary in-house consultant team.
• Experience in leading construction documentation production with the use of a BIM management system such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
• Familiarity with standard CCDC contract types including CCDC 2 and CCDC 5B. Familiarity with other forms of CCDC contract considered an asset.
• Ability to independently manage construction contract administration activities.
• Valid Ontario Class G drivers license.

Additional Information :

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Security clearance may be required on a project-specific basis. This may include Public Services and Procurement Services Canada RCMP or other agencies.
• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.
• Selected candidates will be required to complete a Revit skills assessment to demonstrate their proficiency with Revit software and related design tasks. Accommodation will be made available upon request.

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening assessment and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time