Architect

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.

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Context:

We are looking for an Architect with experience in delivering complex projects from start to finish. This is a great opportunity for a passionate and creative mind to take on dynamic and challenging projects and be part of creative design initiatives on transit projects both locally and internationally.

Missions/Main Duties:

• Contribute to the process of creating and developing the fundamental design principles to guide a project from the earliest stages of its conception and continue to assist in its development and refinement through subsequent design and implementation phases. This is including, but not limited to:
• site selection;
• project planning;
• programming;
• consultant selection;
• contract negotiations;
• construction contract administration;
• facilities management and maintenance;
• Other design and construction activities as per each project requirements.
• Collaborate with practice leaders and colleagues to enhance Systra Canada Transit Station & Facilities department’s culture for design excellence
• Assist in the preparation of Business Development (BD) proposals in bidding for new work as needed.

Profile/Skills:

Years of experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in architectural design (preferably in transit and train stations/facilities).

Technical Skills:

• Experience in all phases of project design development
• Good knowledge of building codes and specifications
• Experience with Revit
• Experience in transit station design will be considered as an asset
• Experience on large multidisciplinary teams will be considered as an asset
• Fluency in French and functional level of English in order to be able to work closely in collaboration with stakeholders in Ontario.

Personal skills:

• Highly organized with the ability to manage time and deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently within a collaborative team
• Proactive and detail oriented
• Analytical thinker and problem solver
• SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.

Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.