registered architect / yyc + yvr

about the role

McKinley Studios continues to grow. We are looking for registered Architects to join our Vancouver and Calgary studios. The architect will participate in all phases of a project, from feasibility studies to contract documentation and construction administration.

McKinley Studios has a unique interdisciplinary structure that brings interiors, architecture, furniture design, branding, strategy, and art consulting to every project. As a result, our culture is one of exploration, creativity and intense collaboration.

details

Experience: 7+ years of experience with mixed-use, multi-family and hospitality projects
Location: Calgary, AB + Vancouver, BC
Hours: Full-time (core hours are 9:00am to 4:00pm)
Remote eligible: No
Travel: As required for projects

about you

You are a humanist. You crave collaboration, creativity and dialogue. You are a well-rounded generalist and have proven experience with large and complex projects. The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience in high-rise typologies and are fluent in client, consultant and AHJ coordination and management in addition to being familiar with local and national building codes. Our architects like to keep their hands dirty. You are a proven leader and dedicated to mentorship and team growth and are driven to creating disproportionate impact in our world.

your qualifications & skills

  • 7+ years of experience with mixed-use, multi-family and hospitality projects

  • Exceptional design acumen and nuanced design sensibility

  • Developed technical abilities with a commitment to ongoing development of technical and detailing skills

  • Are software-agnostic but at minimum proficient in Revit, Sketchup, Rhino and Adobe suites on a windows platform

  • Are a critical and exploratory thinker bringing design solutions to the table

  • A degree from an accredited post-secondary institution in Architecture

  • Proven experience in multi-family and/or hospitality sectors

  • Proven experience in high-rise typologies

  • Registered or eligible to be registered with the AIBC or AAA

Interested candidates can send a portfolio, resume, and cover letter to careers@mckinleystudios.com 

Due to the volume of interested applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

McKinley Studios is an equal opportunity employer and candidates for this position will be judged solely on their qualifications and experience. Ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender and religion are not factors in selecting a candidate for this role.

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