Senior Architectural Draftsperson

at  ABA Architects Inc

ABA Architects Inc. is a fast-growing mid-sized Architectural Practise in the Kitchener – Waterloo- Cambridge - Guelph Region. The Firm is seeking an intelligent and personable individual to assume the responsibility of a Senior Architectural Draftsperson.
Position Description: Senior Architectural Draftsperson: Full- Time- Permanent
The ideal candidate is highly knowledgeable and skilled in producing Architectural Working Drawings, preferably having experience related to a wide variety of building types. The candidate must be proficient in REVIT to be considered. The responsibilities of the Senior Architectural Draftsperson will include but are not limited to:

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Engineering or College Diploma in Construction and Engineering Technology
• 7-10 years relevant work experience is required for this position
• Good knowledge of Ontario Building Code, standard construction practices
• Computer skills in REVIT, AutoCAD 2010-2017, Microsoft Project, Word and Excel, Microsoft Outlook

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Strong Leadership skills, comfortable interacting and communicating with a range of people
• Strong & uncompromising ability to drive work to ensure deadlines are met
• Versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work in an environment with constantly changing priorities
• Attention to detail and a strong understanding of construction processes and methods
• Ability to work independently
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills based on experience, and able to make decisions in a timely manner and in the company’s best interest
• Focus on continuous improvement
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organized individual with excellent time management skills
  ABA Architects Inc. encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications should provide resume, work samples and references.
  ABA Architects Inc. has a great record of accommodating persons with disabilities. Contact our office at 519-884-2711 or office(at)abarchitect.ca if you need accommodation at any stage of the applications process or want more information on our accommodation policies.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• AutoCAD: 7 years (required)
• Drafting: 7 years (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Identify, develop and maintain Program requirements
• Identify, develop and maintain all Project constraints i.e. Zoning, existing conditions, OBC restrictions
• Prepare preliminary building layouts
• Lead and Coordinate Project Teams independently or in support of more senior staff
• Be involved at a high level to advise the design team on issues of constructability
• OBC review
• Coordination and overall integration of technical activities (ie. OBC analysis, drawings and specifications)
• Material/product research and selection
• Communication with Clients, consultants, Authorities Having Jurisdiction, Contractor
• Tender Administration
• Preparation of Architectural working drawings (either independently or as part of a larger team)
• Attend site meetings, prepare site reviews and reports, take minutes
• Shop drawing review and circulation
• Progress claim review/Certificates for Payment preparation and circulation
• Response, preparation, and coordination’s of Project Communications such as RFI’s, CCO’s, CO, Directives, and Clarifications Post Construction
• Coordination and/or preparation of as-built documentation and project close-out
• Establish goals, deliverables and timelines for Team Members
• Develop and maintain working relationships with Clients, Contractors and Consultants
• Supervise and direct junior and intermediate staff on the project