
Senior Transit Design Architect
- Toronto, ON
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Lead the overall architectural vision, design direction, and/or review engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents to ensure compliance with government codes, laws, and regulations.
- Ensure design meets operational, safety, accessibility and customer experience objectives while reflecting architectural excellence
- Integrate urban design principles, wayfinding strategies and placemaking elements into all elements of building design.
- Independently prepare and/or review concept, optioneering analysis, preliminary and detailed designs in a 3D environment, working drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Oversee the architectural scope, schedule and deliverables throughout all project phases
- Lead multi-disciplinary reviews and coordination within a 3D environment with structural, MEP, civil, landscape and specialty consultants to ensure integrated design documentation meets project and client standards.
- Direct and review work of in-house and external design teams, ensuring consistency with project goals and standards.
- Provide technical expertise in the development or review of policies and procedures related to architectural structures and systems and construction/safety codes by engaging with transit authorities, government agencies, community representatives and other stakeholders to align design with operational needs, regulatory requirements and public expectations.
- Represent the project in design presentations, public forums and client meetings.
- Ensure compliance with building codes, transit design guidelines (where applicable), safety standards and promote sustainability across all projects (LEED, Envision, etc.)
- Oversee development with hands on involvement in detailed architectural documentation suitable for procurement and construction.
- Review subcontractor submittals for technical accuracy and compliance with specifications and contract agreements.
- Develop project specifications to supplement architectural drawings.
- Manage projects from design through to construction with the ability to support Risk Management, constructability reviews and design change process.
- Bachelor's degree in architecture.
- Must be licensed to practice architecture in Ontario (other provinces are a benefit).
- 15-20 years of experience in architectural modeling and detailing, with proven experience in large and complex BIM project delivery.
- Demonstrated experience in a leadership role with Metrolinx and/or Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) large scale transit projects.
- Design experience with transportation/transit facility design, rail subway design, bus terminals, airports, social infrastructure (education and healthcare - growth areas)
- Strong knowledge of station planning, passenger flows and integration with complex engineering.
- Expert-level proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
- Experience with MicroStation and Navisworks is considered an asset.
- Strong knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, building energy conservation, and barrier-free design requirements.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal (French is considered an asset).
- Highly motivated with strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work with evolving priorities.
- Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally.
- Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Strong graphic presentation skills and ability to present concepts to clients and project teams.