Senior Architect—Defence and Federal Facilities

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport and well help you go all the way.

Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery and beyond.

Who are we looking for

GHD is dedicated to addressing some of the worlds most pressing challenges across water energy and urbanization. As our Property and Buildings market continues to expand we are seeking to strengthen our Ontario team by welcoming a Defence and Federal Facilities Architecture Practice Leadinto our Canadian Operations.

Our Architecture team plays a pivotal role in delivering robust high-security infrastructure for the Canadian public sector. This specific position is essential for interpreting government policy and collaborating with our multi-disciplinary engineering experts to produce secure efficient and compliant architectural solutions tailored to the needs of Canadas Armed Forces. The role encompasses leadership across a diverse portfolio of defense projects including commercial recreational industrial hangars and storage facilities civic buildings such as fire and police stations as well as military and armory structures supporting critical operations nationwideacross all land air and sea bases. The Practice Lead will steer the design process offering guidance and technical expertise and serving as a resource for specialized project components. They are expected to manage multiple concurrent projects of varying scope and complexity while also contributing to the education and development of design staff throughout our Canadian Operations and GHDs global network. Experience with Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is a must with the ability to interface with clients and be the focal point to drive the design as is a track record in defense projects.

Growth of Architecture Practice Beyond Ontario

This role will support our National Practice Lead in expanding our architectural presence beyond Ontario with a focus on Manitoba Saskatchewan British Columbia and Alberta in alignment with our business plans and growth objectives.

With a focus on winning and delivering local work in these provinces the successful candidate will help build client and partner relationships secure new opportunities and attract local talent. This work will contribute to the establishment of a second architectural studio in Canada supporting the collaborative delivery of architectural solutions across the opportunity is ideal for individuals who are driven diligent and eager to advance their careers by tackling unique and challenging projects within Ontario. At GHD we foster a vibrant employee-owned culture offering a professional environment focused on quality and client satisfaction.

Our Hybrid Model:Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute connect and excel in our vibrant environment. Although the ideal location for this role is Ontario we are open to having someone join any of our Canadian offices.

Working with an energetic and high-performing team this position offers a variety of duties and will see you involved in:- Lead the design process collaborating with architects and technologists to deliver high-quality projects.
- Establish project criteria define scopes of service develop detailed work plans drawing lists schedules and manage resources throughout the project lifecycle.
- Innovate in design while fulfilling client and end-user needs; participate in stakeholder meetings and produce compelling concepts and presentations.
- Guide motivate and manage project teams to create successful design and construction documentation.
- Coordinate with internal engineering consultants across electrical mechanical structural and civil disciplines.
- Resolve complex design and technical challenges.
- Build and nurture client relationships actively developing these throughout the project.
- Ensure efficient project delivery through resource management and milestone achievement.
- Conduct site reviews and oversee construction administration.

What you will bring to the team:
- B. Arch or M. Arch from an accredited architectural program with a minimum of 15 years of architectural experience and at least 5 years in defence projects.
- Registration with a provincial regulatory board and knowledge of building codes across multiple Canadian Provinces.
- Strong written and oral communication skills (bilingual English and French is an asset).
- Experience leading design on projects valued at no less than $25 million with minimal supervision.
- An innovative forward-thinking mindset and a curiosity for emerging trends materials and methods.
- Advanced technical expertise and proficiency in Revit.
- Outstanding graphic communication and presentation abilities.
- The ability to add value at every stage of project delivery.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process all final hiring decisions are made by humans

As a diverse and inclusive organization we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

This position is for an existing vacancy.

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