Job Description

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way.

Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond.

Who are we looking for?

GHD is dedicated to addressing some of the world’s most pressing challenges across water, energy, and urbanization. As our Property and Buildings market continues to expand, we are seeking to strengthen our Ontario team by welcoming a Senior Architect—Defense and Federal Facilities—into our Canadian Operations.

Our Architecture team plays a pivotal role in delivering robust, high-security infrastructure for the Canadian public sector. This specific position is essential for interpreting government policy and collaborating with our multi-disciplinary engineering experts to produce secure, efficient, and compliant architectural solutions tailored to the needs of Canada’s Armed Forces. The role encompasses leadership across a diverse portfolio of defense projects, including commercial, recreational, industrial, hangars and storage facilities, civic buildings such as fire and police stations, as well as military and armory structures supporting critical operations nationwide—across all land, air, and sea bases. The Senior Architect will steer the design process, offering guidance and technical expertise, and serving as a resource for specialized project components. They are expected to manage multiple concurrent projects of varying scope and complexity, while also contributing to the education and development of design staff throughout our Canadian Operations and GHD’s global network. Experience with Defense Construction Canada (DCC) is a must, as is a track record in defense projects.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are driven, diligent, and eager to advance their careers by tackling unique and challenging projects within Ontario. At GHD, we foster a vibrant, employee-owned culture, offering a professional environment focused on quality and client satisfaction.

Our Hybrid Model: Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect, and excel in our vibrant environment.

Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this position offers a variety of duties and will see you involved in:

- Lead the design process, collaborating with architects and technologists to deliver high-quality projects.
- Establish project criteria, define scopes of service, develop detailed work plans, drawing lists, schedules, and manage resources throughout the project lifecycle.
- Innovate in design while fulfilling client and end-user needs; participate in stakeholder meetings and produce compelling concepts and presentations.
- Guide, motivate, and manage project teams to create successful design and construction documentation.
- Coordinate with internal engineering consultants across electrical, mechanical, structural, and civil disciplines.
- Resolve complex design and technical challenges.
- Build and nurture client relationships, actively developing these throughout the project.
- Ensure efficient project delivery through resource management and milestone achievement.
- Conduct site reviews and oversee construction administration.

What you will bring to the team:

- B. Arch or M. Arch from an accredited architectural program, with a minimum of 15 years of architectural experience and at least 5 years in defense projects.
- Registration with a provincial regulatory board and knowledge of building codes across multiple Canadian Provinces.
- Strong written and oral communication skills (bilingual English and French is an asset).
- Experience leading design on projects valued at no less than $25 million with minimal supervision.
- An innovative, forward-thinking mindset and a curiosity for emerging trends, materials, and methods.
- Advanced technical expertise and proficiency in Revit.
- Outstanding graphic communication and presentation abilities.
- The ability to add value at every stage of project delivery.

Please note:

The salary range for this position is: $86,956 - $132,956

The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

This position is for an existing vacancy.

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