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Chief architect

Job in Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for: University of Toronto
Full Time, Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-02-19
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering, Architect / Sr. Architect
  • Design & Architecture
    Architect / Sr. Architect
Job Description & How to Apply Below
  • Durée de l'emploi:
    Permanent
  • Langue de travail:
    Anglais
  • Heures de travail: 36.25 hours per week
  • Education:
  • Expérience:
Education
  • Bachelor's degree
Work setting
  • Post-secondary educational institution
  • Construction industry
Tasks
  • Award construction contracts to building contractors
  • Consult with clients to determine the type, style and purpose of renovations or new building construction being considered
  • Generate building plans and detailed drawings to be used by contractors and tradespersons
  • Manage the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in architecture or engineering projects
  • Negotiate contracts with clients with a focus on design, construction time, price or others
  • Participate in contract negotiations
  • Prepare documents showing both the structural needs and the materials required for construction
  • Project management
  • Conceptualize and design buildings and develop plans describing design specifications, building materials, costs and construction schedules
  • Staff recruitment and selection
  • Conduct feasibility studies of building projects
  • Supervision of technologists, technicians and other architects
  • Estimate costs
  • Conduct feasibility studies and financial analyses of building projects
  • Supervise staff or team
  • Plan and manage budgets
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
  • Membership in the Provincial Association of Architects
  • Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
Computer and technology knowledge
  • MS Office
  • MS Project
Functional expertise
  • Regulation or legislation policy interpretation and implementation
Architectural specialization
  • Public buildings
  • New construction
  • Renovation
  • Restoration and/or preservation
Area of specialization
  • Municipal or urban
Work conditions and physical capabilities
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail
Personal suitability
  • Accurate
  • Client focus
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Judgement
  • Organized
  • Team player
Screening questions
  • Are you willing to relocate for this position?
  • Do you have experience working in this field?
Experience
  • 5 years or more
Employment terms options
  • On call
  • Day
Health benefits
  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Paramedical services coverage
  • Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Pension plan
Long term benefits
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Maternity and parental benefits
Other benefits
  • Learning/training paid by employer
  • On-site amenities
  • On-site recreation and activities
  • Other benefits
  • Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
  • Parking available
  • Travel insurance
  • Wellness program
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