Senior Transit Architect – Relocate to Vancouver
Job Overview
Senior or Intermediate Architect
Transit and Transportation Projects
Toronto Candidates Open to Relocation to Vancouver, BC
Salary Range: $85,000 – $120,000
Hybrid / Full Time
About Our Client
We are partnered with a well respected, multidisciplinary design studio in Vancouver that is continuing to grow its team. They are looking to bring on a Senior or Intermediate Architect to support the design and delivery of major transit and transportation projects.
This practice brings together architects, engineers, planners, and design specialists to deliver complex public infrastructure across Canada. Their work includes highly visible civic and transportation projects that play a critical role in how people move through and experience cities.
The Vancouver team is in a strong growth phase, with a solid pipeline of current and upcoming work. It is a highly collaborative, design driven environment where you will have the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, contribute meaningfully to projects, and continue to grow your career on complex, large scale work.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design and technical development of large-scale transit and infrastructure projects
- Support projects across all phases, from early concept through to construction and delivery
- Work closely with public sector clients, transit authorities, and consultant teams
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and navigate regulatory and approval processes
- Participate in client meetings, presentations, and project coordination
- Support proposals, RFQs, and project pursuits as needed
- Mentor and support junior team members while contributing to overall team growth
- Play an active role in a collaborative, design focused studio environment
Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years of professional architectural experience
- Registered Architect in Canada or actively working towards registration
- Strong proficiency in Revit and BIM based project delivery
- Experience working on large, complex projects with significant construction value
- Comfortable leading coordination with consultants and engaging with clients
- Strong communication, presentation, and problem solving skills
- A collaborative mindset with an interest in mentoring and team development
Assets
- Experience working on transit, transportation, or large-scale civic infrastructure projects
- LEED AP or ENV SP designation
- Experience contributing to RFQs, RFPs, and project pursuits
What’s On Offer
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- RRSP matching program
- Ongoing professional development and continuing education support
- Exposure to high profile, city shaping infrastructure projects
- A collaborative, supportive, and design focused team environment
- Long term growth and career progression within a nationally recognized practice
This is an excellent opportunity for an architect looking to step into more complex, impactful work while being part of a strong, multidisciplinary team.
If you’re based in Toronto and have been considering a move to Vancouver, I’d love to connect. Apply now or email Dara at dchita@talentsphere.ca.
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