Senior Architectural Technologist - Relocate to Victoria BC

Senior Architectural Technologist
Toronto, ON | Relocation to Victoria, British Columbia
Architecture & Design Firm
Salary: $85,000 to $100,000
Take Your Career to Vancouver Island. Enjoy a Better Work-Life Balance.

About the Firm

Have you ever considered trading Toronto's fast-paced lifestyle for the ocean, mountains, and year-round outdoor living of Victoria, British Columbia?

Our client is an established architectural practice located in Victoria, BC, known for thoughtful design, technical excellence, and collaborative project delivery.

The firm works on meaningful institutional and educational projects, including K-12 schools and public sector facilities that make a lasting impact on the communities they serve.

With a supportive studio culture, flexible working arrangements, and a strong focus on quality over quantity, the firm offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Architectural Technologist looking to combine career growth with an exceptional West Coast lifestyle.

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a Toronto-based Senior Architectural Technologist with strong institutional or educational project experience who is open to relocating to beautiful Victoria, BC.

As Senior Architectural Technologist, you will play a key role in delivering technically complex projects, with a particular focus on K-12 schools and other institutional facilities.

You will lead technical documentation, develop detailed Revit models, coordinate with multidisciplinary consultants, and oversee construction administration to ensure projects are delivered to a high standard.

This position goes beyond traditional drawing production. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of technical project delivery, contribute to project management on select assignments, and mentor junior technologists.

You'll be joining a collaborative team where your technical knowledge, experience, and input will be valued, while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of living on Vancouver Island.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the development and review of architectural drawings, construction documents, and detailed Revit models

• Work on K-12 schools, institutional facilities, and other public sector projects

• Ensure technical documentation meets building codes, accessibility standards, and project requirements

• Coordinate with structural, mechanical, electrical, and other consultants throughout project delivery

• Oversee technical detailing, drawing accuracy, and documentation quality

• Prepare building permit applications, technical reports, and supporting documentation

• Collaborate with architects and designers to translate design concepts into practical construction solutions

• Lead consultant coordination meetings and resolve technical design challenges

• Conduct site reviews to assess construction progress and alignment with architectural drawings

• Administer construction contracts, review shop drawings, and address technical questions during construction

• Support projects from design development through construction completion

• Manage project schedules, workloads, and technical deliverables on assigned projects

• Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, and authorities having jurisdiction

• Mentor junior technologists and support their technical development

• Contribute to quality assurance processes and improved technical standards

What They're Looking For

• Diploma or degree in Architectural Technology or a related discipline

• 10+ years of professional experience in architectural technology or a similar role

• Strong institutional project experience, particularly K-12 schools and educational facilities

• Experience working on post-secondary, civic, or other public sector projects would also be valuable

• Minimum 5 years of construction contract administration experience

• Advanced Revit proficiency, including BIM modelling and detailed construction documentation

• Strong understanding of building codes, accessibility requirements, building science, and construction methods

• Experience preparing construction drawings, technical details, and permit submissions

• Demonstrated experience coordinating multidisciplinary consultants

• Experience conducting construction site reviews, reviewing shop drawings, and administering construction contracts

• Strong project coordination, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Experience mentoring junior technologists and providing technical guidance

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to project delivery

• Familiarity with Rhino, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite would be an asset

• Certification or eligibility for certification with ASTTBC or AIBC would be considered an asset

• Willingness to relocate to Victoria, British Columbia

Why Consider Relocating to Victoria?

Victoria offers a unique combination of rewarding career opportunities and an incredible West Coast lifestyle.

Imagine finishing your workday and heading to the ocean, exploring coastal trails on weekends, or enjoying the city's restaurants, cafés, and vibrant downtown.

Compared with Toronto, Victoria offers a smaller-city atmosphere, shorter commutes for many residents, and easy access to nature, all without giving up the amenities of a provincial capital.

Whether you enjoy hiking, cycling, kayaking, beaches, or simply a more relaxed pace of life, Victoria offers a wonderful place to put down roots.

Why Join?

For an experienced Architectural Technologist looking for a change of scenery without taking a step back professionally, this opportunity offers the chance to contribute to meaningful institutional and educational projects while enjoying everything Vancouver Island has to offer.

You will be joining an established architectural practice where you can take on significant technical responsibilities, mentor developing team members, and contribute to successful project delivery from design through construction.

You will also benefit from:

• Competitive salary depending on experience

• Hybrid work arrangement

• Opportunity to relocate to one of Canada's most desirable coastal cities

• Meaningful institutional, educational, and public sector projects

• Significant responsibility for technical documentation and construction administration

• Opportunity to take on project management responsibilities on select projects

• Direct collaboration with experienced architects and design professionals

• Opportunity to mentor junior technologists and contribute to team development

• Supportive, collaborative studio environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and technical leadership

• Access to Vancouver Island's outdoor recreation and coastal lifestyle

• Participation in team events and studio activities

If you're an experienced Senior Architectural Technologist living in Toronto or the surrounding GTA and have been considering a move to British Columbia, this could be an excellent opportunity to make that change while continuing to grow your career.

Bring your institutional project expertise to a collaborative architectural practice in Victoria and enjoy a new chapter on Canada's beautiful West Coast.

Apply directly or reach out to Dara Chita at [email protected] for immediate consideration.

Job # 16818139