Intermediate Designer or Technologist

We have an opportunity in our Toronto office for a Intermediate Designer or Technologist to join our team.

Welcome to Kasian, where almost 40 years of design excellence has sparked a passion for transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences. Our passion is strengthening connections between people and places by creating built environments that inspire and improve lives. With offices across Canada, we leverage the experience of our 250+ Kasian team members to deliver innovative and unique design solutions in multiple market sectors: commercial, workplace, healthcare, senior living, industrial, transportation, post-secondary and other public opportunities.

We are looking for a motivated and passionate Intermediate Architectural Designer or Technologist to join our Toronto team. In this role, you will contribute to exciting and complex projects while working closely with Senior Designers, Project Managers, and multidisciplinary teams to bring design concepts through technical development and delivery. Depending on the project, you may take ownership of the design process for small to medium-sized projects or serve as a key design and technical resource on larger assignments. Experience working on Mass Timber projects is required.

Business Development

• May assist with business development by contributing to proposals, attending interviews, etc.

Here’s what you’ll be doing at Kasian:

Project Planning

• Work with Project Manager (PM) or other Project Leader (Job Captain, Design Team Leader, etc.) to create work plans, drawing units, scope of services, budgets, and staffing requirements
• In cooperation with the PM, review and monitor project scope and initiate corrective actions as required

Project Delivery

• Assist with the Kasian design process including creation of design concepts, presentation material, and required submission documentation
• Participate in the production of successful design and contract documentation in alignment with Kasian’s standards of quality, client program, and budget needs
• Prepare outline specifications and assist in detailed project specification development
• Coordinate building and development permit submissions
• Participate in client and public presentations
• Participate in design and production meetings
• Work alongside the PM to build relationships with clients by proactively responding to program and budget requirements
• Work with supervisor and authorities having jurisdiction to interpret and conform to codes and bylaws
• Properly maintain project records

Project Review

• Advise supervisor immediately of any project performance issues and work to resolve problems, including ongoing review of project quality and monitoring of budget and schedule
• Ensure that competent peer reviews are conducted at project milestones

Here’s what you bring to Kasian:

• Graduate of an accredited B. Arch program, coupled with 5-10 years of experience working on Mass Timber projects is required
• Registration or intern registration with a provincial regulatory board is an asset
• Demonstrated design aptitude and graphic capabilities
• Knowledge of applicable building codes and by-laws
• Knowledge of construction practices
• Proficient in design software; Revit knowledge is required
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to build relationships and work well within a team environment

What We Offer:

• A creative and collaborative environment
• Competitive salary and annual performance reviews
• Mentorship programs and career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and work-life balance in a values-driven workplace