Architectural Technologist

Location

British Columbia | Canada

Job description

Aplin Martin is a full-service Civil Engineering, Architecture, Planning, and Survey company, celebrating over 55 years of success in making sustainable communities a reality across Canada. Over the five decades, the Aplin Martin family has grown into a multi-disciplinary firm of 250+ talented and dedicated professionals delivering innovative and practical design solutions, approval strategies, and project management services to our clients in BC, AB, and ON. Aplin Martin has been recognized numerous times and has received the Project of the Year award from the Public Works Association of BC.

Position Overview:

The Architectural Technologist performs the role of a technical support resource, utilizing time management and organizational skills to manage timelines and multiple assignments while using industry software to develop technical drawings and documents.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Architectural Technologist performs a wide range of technical functions, tasks and assignments that typically include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

• Adherence to corporate standards and policies.
• Attend sites to complete architectural surveys to confirm existing conditions and dimensions.
• Liaise directly with municipal authorities (e.g., planning, building, fire, health) to conduct research and compile data regarding by-laws, municipal restrictions, submission, and other regulatory requirements.
• Analyze various building codes and by-laws and provide a report to the Project Manager, or Coordinator.
• Work as part of the architectural team to coordinate and produce detailed architectural technical documents based on schematics and mark-ups including but not limited to 3D architectural renderings, contract documents and other technical documents or schedules and reports.
• Utilize a variety of software including but not limited to Revit, ADOBE, Photoshop, Sketch-up, Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint and others as may be required to perform duties.
• Coordinating with architectural, mechanical and structural Revit models and or cad documents.
• Model existing buildings in Revit, including both architectural and structural elements.
• Collaborate and coordinate with other team members and consultants, ensuring documents are accurate, well-detailed, and as precise as possible.
• Reviewing and coordinating shop drawings.
• Assist the team in identifying potential challenges and solutions.
• Complete building permit and Health Approval applications.
• Assemble Contract Documents for review and execution.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Diploma/degree from accredited College or University in Architectural Technology or similar.
• Member of an accredited Professional Association is encouraged.
• 3-7 years related experience in an architectural firm or associated industry.
• Experienced in Revit.
• Revit, ADOBE, Photoshop, Sketch-up, Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint.

Why Work for Aplin Martin:

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications, skills, and experience
• Extended medical, dental and vision benefits
• Life and disability insurance
• Group RRSP
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• Educational allowances for professional development
• Social and team building events.
• Friendly and supportive team that works hard and plays hard.

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