Location: Kelowna/Kamloops, BC
Posted: February 1, 2023
About Us:
Gravity Architecture is an expanding architecture firm with studios in Vancouver and Calgary and projects throughout British Columbia and Alberta. We are known for meeting the practical needs of private developers with exemplary architectural and urban design solutions. With a legacy spanning since 2006, we have consistently delivered successful projects in various sectors, with a focus on residential, mixed-use, and commercial uses.
As Gravity takes on larger and more complex projects, we are in need of a team player to who will extend our great reputation for high quality work while maintaining our positive working environment.
Position Overview:
We are currently searching for a Senior Architectural Technologist who has extensive drafting and detailing experience for this position in central BC.
As a Senior Architectural Technologist, the successful candidate will be working on construction documents for a wide array of commercial, residential and mixed-use architecture projects. The technologist will be working on projects in both BC and Alberta, interacting with clients, vendors and Gravity’s technical team working in Revit. Part of this role also includes support with contract/constuction administration. This includes supporting Gravity’s Calgary-based Contract Administrator by helping deliver construction phase services, including conducting field reviews, preparing field reports, and responding to requests for additional information. Liaising between clients’ construction staff, planners, AHJs, consultants, and other Gravity staff and Principals will also be also required.
As the number of Gravity’s projects increase in the area, so does the potential for growing a career within our expanding firm.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have a diploma in architectural technology, and is very familiar with both the British Columbia Building Code and the Kelowna Zoning Bylaws. This person will have a minimum of 10 years of experience as a technologist. The candidate will also have meaningful experience with Revit and understand how to leverage BIM for accuracy and efficiency. Gravity is a firm that is always interested in individuals that have experience working on a variety of projects, but having a passion for wood-frame design and detailing is crucial. These are the minimal requirements for this position, with all other experience being advantages for the successful candidate.
Why Gravity Architecture:
Opportunity to work with a highly skilled, creative and dynamic team.
Exposure to diverse and exciting architectural projects.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Professional development opportunities.
A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
A chance to be a part of an ambitious and growing architectural firm.
An excellent opportunity awaits the successful candidate, including a competitive base salary, and opportunities for growth within the company. If you believe that this could be a perfect fit for you, please send your resume immediately, or if you know the perfect person for this position then feel free to forward this correspondence. All applications will be kept in the strictest of confidence.