Job Description

Role Impact:

As a support member of the CF Development in-house design team, the Design Assistant is responsible for executing day-to-day 3D modeling, rendering, and CAD drafting. This role also handles the graphic design coordination required to turn these architectural assets into presentation packages for the CF Development teams internally and externally.

What you will deliver:

• Assist the team in compiling and formatting design materials, presentations, leasing and marketing documents
• Assist in requests for space planning, and concept design for further exploration
• Able to coordinate all information and drawings into a cohesive package when required
• Translate conceptual architectural ideas into CAD drafts and 3D models using industry-standard CAD software to support internal design iterations and client presentations.
• Able to conceive and develop design ideas and present the ideas to team for feedback and consideration
• Coordinate and communicate with consultants, suppliers and vendors to the A+D team, and report back to A+D leadership on progress for feedback and alignment
• Transform sketches with design direction provided by senior team members into detailed 3D models to be used in final architectural renderings
• Provide general design and architectural support the A+D, and the CF Development teams when needed
• Research and document new architectural methods, design trends and other innovations that have the potential to be deployed in CF’s projects.

What your strengths are:

• Understanding of space planning, design materials, construction terminology and be in tune with our industry, particularly in the Retail and F+B sectors
• Basic familiarity with OBC (Ontario Building Code) in a retail and commercial context
• Able to understand and interpret architectural, mechanical and structural working drawings and be able to modify, CAD plans, elevations and sections for design studies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Customer service focused
• High level of sound and independent judgment, reasoning, and discretion
• Professional, approachable, and responsive, with a positive work attitude
• Able to write moderately complex correspondence
• General mathematical and budgeting skills
• Comfortable interacting at all organizational levels
• Ability to work independently with little supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with good practical judgment and decision-making ability
• Excellent team player with a positive and open-minded attitude
• Embrace new challenges and focus task on hand
• Able to multi-task with ease
• Prepared to work additional and/or long hours in order to meet urgent deadlines, if required,
• Visionary with an exceptional eye for details
• Good architectural hand drawing skills
• Foster good relationship with external and internal teams.

What you need to succeed:

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a construction design-related field, i.e., Architecture or Interior Design
• Postgraduate certification in an architectural field.
• 2-4 years related work experience including at least 1 year in an architecture-related field
• Exposure to the Real Estate/Property Management field an asset
• Exposure to Retail Design an asset
• Previous experience in handling confidential or sensitive information
• Proficient skills in Google Suites; Microsoft Office applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Proficiency working with AutoCAD, Sketchup and Adobe Creative Suite and associated rendering packages
• Experience with Revit or other BIM software would be an asset
• Familiarity with the use of generative AI tools in the production of architectural models and imagery

Starting base pay for this job level may range from $58,194 to $77,592. The actual base pay offered will consider several factors including, but not limited to the role, experiences, skills & qualifications, location, market and internal considerations; with this context, CF reserves the right to pay above this range.

Why you should join us:

At Cadillac Fairview we have been transforming communities for over 50 years. We are so much more than our properties. We are building leaders at all levels. We offer the challenge of interesting work, a great organizational culture, the opportunity to collaborate with the best in the business, and support for your growth and development. We reward values-based behavior and superior results with a competitive rewards package that includes best-in-class benefits and pension. Imagine a place where you can make a difference!

At CF our everyday actions and critical business decisions are guided by our CF Values. Achieving results is naturally important for us and we achieve results through behaviours that are consistent with our CF Values.

Are you someone who believes in our values?

• Aim Higher – we strive to exceed expectations
• Own Your Expertise – we empower ourselves and each other
• Collaborate Effectively – we bring the right people together to get the right results
• Engage with Empathy – we objectively consider the needs of others
• Embrace Change – we drive, learn from, and adapt to change

At CF you’ll join a diverse community and award-winning team where your talent and commitment to excellence are welcomed, valued and respected. We’re ready to meet you there – are you?

CF is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. If you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment, assessment, and/or selection process, please notify your CF contact or email cfcareers@cadillacfairview.com.

This posting is for a vacant position. CF may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology, alongside human review, to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.