Project Architect, Mission Critical Facilities

Your OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced and technically focused Project Architect to support the continued growth of our Mission Critical / Data Centers practice. This role offers the opportunity to lead the Architectural development of complex, technically sophisticated projects for national and international clients while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate is a collaborative and detail-oriented professional with strong technical capabilities, leadership skills, and a passion for design quality, project execution, and team development.
As a Project Architect, you will contribute from early planning and conceptual development through construction administration and project completion. This role requires a strong understanding of technical coordination, construction documentation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and project delivery within complex mission critical environments.
Your Key Responsibilities
Translate concepts into clear technical documentation using Revit and visualization tools
Develop practical, technically sound design solutions aligned with project goals and client needs
Support site planning, entitlements, and approvals with civil and consultant teams
Prepare and manage construction documents from schematic design through construction administration
Coordinate architectural and engineering documentation, including technical reviews, detailing, redlines, QA/QC, and interdisciplinary coordination
Assist with project schedules, scopes, staffing plans, and fee tracking
Mentor team members and promote collaboration, accountability, and growth
Perform code analysis, material evaluations, specification coordination, and technical research
Support bidding and construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, and field observations
Stay current on codes, sustainable design practices, building technologies, and construction methods
Clearly communicate technical and design solutions through presentations and stakeholder coordination
Support business development through client interaction, presentations, and marketing efforts
Maintain technical quality, documentation accuracy, and constructability across all project phases
Your Capabilities And Credentials
Advanced Revit proficiency required;
familiarity with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and rendering tools preferred
Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and contribute to integrated architecture and engineering project delivery on complex projects
Comprehensive knowledge of building systems, construction sequencing, constructability principles, specifications, codes, and permitting processes
Strong understanding of project documentation, technical detailing, and construction administration processes
Experience assisting with project schedules, fee management, budgeting, and coordination of client deliverables
Experience assisting with construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, and field observations
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills and commitment to technical accuracy and quality
Ability to mentor teams and build collaborative working relationships
Highly organized, adaptable, detail-oriented, and effective in deadline-driven environments
Education and Experience
Professional Architecture Degree
Current Architectural license required preferred
8+ years of experience in commercial architecture and design, including 2+ years of design experience focused on Mission Critical or Data Center projects
LEED Green Associate or LEED AP a plus
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may require travel and include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
About StantecStantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
Primary Location:Canada | AB | Calgary
Other Locations:Canada | BC | Vancouver
Organization:1442 Buildings-CA Alberta-Calgary AB
Employee Status:Regular
Business Justification:New Position
Travel:No
Schedule:Full time
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