Senior Contract Administrator Architectural Technologist

What Were Looking For:

Do you care about how design shows up on site not just on paper

As architects and designers we have an ambitious obligation to reshape the quality and longevity of life on earth through design. We create thoughtful high-performing buildings that respond to both people and planet.

MGA is seeking a Contract Administrator / Architectural Technologist to join our Vancouver team and support the construction phase delivery of well-designed projects. You bring curiosity rigor and a collaborative mindset to the construction phase of our work.

For intermediate: in this role your technical growth is taken seriously and you will be mentored by senior practitioners and given increasing CA responsibility as you build your skills.

For senior: this role is a unique opportunity to share technical delivery and influence how we build document and deliver.

What Youll Get Up To:

• Lead construction administration independently across a range of project types and delivery methods including design-bid-build design-build and more.
• Owns site visits and field reports setting the standard for documentation quality across the CA team
• Reviews shop drawings submittals and RFIs for alignment with design intent and contract documents with clear recommendations for Project/Design leads.
• Prepare and issues SIs ASKs CCNs and change documents independently
• Maintain accurate and well-organized project documentation including logs meeting minutes and correspondence
• Identify and resolve field issues with confidence and practical judgment
• Mentor intermediate staff and help build MGAs CA team capacity
• Contribute to defining technical delivery standards and CA processes firm-wide

What You Bring:

• 7 years of experience leading contract administration across a range of project types and delivery methods
• Diploma or degree in Architectural Technology or a related field or equivalent professional experience
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly assess complex site conditions and lead practical well-considered solutions
• Deep understanding of construction documentation CCDC contracts and site coordination
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit is required
• Strong judgment and organizational discipline with the ability to manage multiple active projects and competing priorities
• Clear confident communication skills with the ability to build credibility and strong working relationships with contractors consultants and project teams
• Experience mentoring or guiding junior team members through the construction phase
• Proactive accountable and comfortable taking ownership of decisions and outcomes on site

Why This Role Matters:

Design doesnt end at drawings. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that ideas are translated into built reality with clarity and care. Your work helps protect design intent support project teams and contribute to buildings that perform the way they were meant to.

Who We Are:

At MGA were curious creative people designing sustainable spaces that matter. From cultural installations and private homes to campuses and community hubs our work pushes the limits of technology and construction to benefit people and the planet. Were known internationally for our leadership in mass timber and low-carbon design with projects like Googles first mass timber development in California the new Royal BC Museum Collections and Research building and a cultural hub in Gällivare Sweden. Along the way weve collected awards including four Governor General medals and Architizer recently named us the 2025 Best Global Sustainable Firm.

But beyond the recognition what drives us is simple: design has the power to shape how we live and the future we leave behind. That means creating work that challenges norms thrives on collaboration and keeps communities and the planet at the heart of everything we do.

What Were Working On:

Our projects are diverse meaningful and full of opportunities to stretch your creativity. A sample of our ongoing projects include:

• A surf pool clubhouse
• Gulf Island hotel
• Headquarters for an electric boat company
• An airport terminal and restaurant
• A reimagined childrens library
• An elementary school
• A wellness and therapy services facility
• Headquarters for an innovative non-profit focused on youth health and research
• Large residential projects in BC and northern Canada
• A new 75-room Ronald McDonald House to support families at BC Childrens Hospital
• Collaborations with First Nations communities on daycares schools youth spaces and recreation centres

Why Youll Love It Here:

MGA is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package (including our one-of-a-kind Adventure Bonus!) and the opportunity to grow in a collaborative and fun environment with our award-winning team shaping the future of architecture and design. We are only accepting applications from candidates who can work with us in beautiful Vancouver BC.

Salary range: $85000 $100000 commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Ready to Join Us We cant wait to see your work! Please submit your application & ensure you include a link to your portfolio!