Job Description
About Us:
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 300+ 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 to 5years related experience in an architectural firm or associated industry.
- Minimum 1 year Revit experience.
- Revit, ADOBE, Photoshop, Sketch-up, Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint.
Benefits and Rewards:
- Comprehensive health benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, an employee assistance program, life insurance, AD&D and LTD
- Education assistance program
- Monthly health & fitness allowance
- Group RRSP program & employer matching.
- Flexible working arrangements
- Equal opportunities for career growth and advancement within the organization
- Fun social, team building events and professional developmentactivities.
- A Culture that supports learning, collaboration, and work-life balance
Aplin Martin is committed to fostering a supportive, diverse, and inclusive work environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selvesto work. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. If you have any questions about accessibility or require any assistance during the hiring process, please reach out at careers@aplinmartin.com.
Aplin Martin is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.