Junior/Intermediate Architect

We are currently seeking a Junior to Intermediate Architect to join our Architectural technical group in Ottawa. In this role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of professionals on diverse projects across government, institutional, industrial, and community sectors, delivering integrated, high-quality architectural solutions. If you are a collaborative problem-solver with developing leadership skills and an entrepreneurial spirit, this position offers an exceptional opportunity to accelerate your career.

This position is available for our Ottawa, ON office. We offer flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.

• →Assist with architectural projects for government, institutional, and industrial clients, with an emphasis on environmental infrastructure, educational, healthcare, and community/residential projects in Ontario and Canada's far north.
• →Conduct field investigations, condition assessments, asset management audits, space needs studies, preliminary and detailed design, contract document preparation, and contract administration.
• →Provide design input, drafting/BIM direction, and technical guidance to team members and junior staff.
• →Diversify by collaborating with internal experts across environmental science, planning, and management to deliver holistic solutions that go beyond standard engineering and architecture.
• →We empower our teams to automate the routine so they can focus on high-value, creative problem-solving. You will be encouraged to experiment with AI-enabled tools to push the boundaries of traditional design.

• Assist with the identification and cultivation of new business opportunities aligned with Dillon's sustainability goals.
• Support proposal preparation and the development of statements of qualification to build strong, value-driven client partnerships.
• Travel to other Dillon offices upon request to collaborate, share knowledge, and support firm-wide initiatives.

• Commit to self-development, ongoing technical learning, and progression toward or maintenance of professional architectural registration.
• Drive continuous learning by adopting data science and digital project delivery methodologies, including modern BIM workflows.
• Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations (such as the OAA or RAIC) and internal committees.

• Degree in Architecture (CACB-accredited professional degree: B.Arch or M.Arch).
• Enrolled in or eligible for the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) Intern Architect Program (IAP), or a recently licensed Architect in Ontario (or eligible for registration).
• Approximately 3+ years of relevant architectural design and consulting experience would be considered an asset.
• Strong technical communication skills, both oral and written, combined with business acumen and developing leadership capabilities.

• Working knowledge of Revit and standard office software packages (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Familiarity with the Ontario Building Code and working knowledge of the National Building Code of Canada.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency, sustainable design principles, and building envelope detailing.
• Experience or familiarity with regulations, practices, and building systems in other regions of Canada, including Canada’s far north, is considered an asset.
• Proficiency or familiarity with specialized design applications, including Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite, would be considered an asset.
• Practical experience leveraging AI-enabled tools within design and project delivery workflows would be considered an asset.

Prospective employees are expected to fully align with Dillon's core commitment to Health & Safety. This includes active, ongoing engagement with our Health & Safety processes and platform, and the active, ongoing identification and reporting of health and safety hazards.

Dillon is committed to employment equity and an inclusive, diverse workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know. 

Please be advised that Dillon uses AI-assisted tools to support aspects of our recruitment process to increase efficiency and fairness. While AI supports the process, all hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team. By applying, you acknowledge and consent to this use.

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