Intern Architect
Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.
Your Opportunity
You will work on tasks under the guidance of an Architect or a Senior Designer. This is an intermediate level Architect Intern design role. You will be designing architectural schematics, developing space programming and site planning, as well as developing the form of the building, sections, and architectural details. You will be working with an innovative team on creating new sustainable prototypes.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Under the direction of the Senior Architects, develop designs for projects in a variety of sectors (institutional, education, commercial, retail, healthcare)
- Assist in business development activities such as writing proposals, attending conferences, reviewing work plans.
- Evaluate and assimilate design changes introduced by the client or project architect
- Coordinate the architectural design with other members of the design team along with engineering consultants and specialist design disciplines.
- Manage multiple projects at the same time, with minimal supervision.
- Assist in the preparation of deliverables at all project phases.
- Support good practices and established policies on project delivery, quality control, and safety
- Continuously contribute to our team’s goal of delivering excellence – in design, project delivery and communication
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- In the process of becoming a Registered Architect in Canada.
- Strong BIM knowledge and Revit proficiency is a must
- Knowledge of additional modeling and design software such as Rhino, SketchUp, Grasshopper is an asset
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and others
- Knowledge of building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes
- Proven technical understanding of building science and construction contracts.
- Able to work effectively in managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with clients and design team members
- NOTE: Please include a few samples of your best work or a link to your portfolio.
Education and Experience
- A degree in Architecture (4 year) Undergraduate or Masters’ degree
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
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