Registered Architect
Relocate to British Columbia's Interior Region
Commercial, Multifamily, Institutional & Community Projects
Salary: $90,000 to $120,000+ Depending on Experience
Project Leadership. Career Growth. Beautiful Location.
About the Firm
Our client is a well established architectural practice with multiple offices across British Columbia. Known for its collaborative culture and long standing client relationships, the firm delivers a diverse range of projects throughout the province, serving both public and private sector clients.
One of their growing Interior BC offices continues to experience a strong and consistent workload, supported by a healthy pipeline of projects and an established presence within the region. As the office expands, they are looking to add an experienced Registered Architect who is excited to take on greater project leadership while contributing to the continued growth of the team.
Why Consider Relocating from Saskatchewan?
If you're currently living and working in Saskatchewan, this is an opportunity to continue building your career in Western Canada while experiencing a completely different lifestyle in British Columbia's Interior.
For architects based in Regina, Saskatoon, or elsewhere across Saskatchewan, a move to Interior BC can offer the best of both worlds: the welcoming communities and manageable pace of life you're accustomed to, combined with mountains, lakes, four season recreation, and a growing architectural market.
Many architects reach a point in their careers where they are looking for more than simply their next project. They want greater ownership, stronger client relationships, increased responsibility, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the communities they help shape.
This opportunity offers exactly that.
You'll work on a diverse portfolio of commercial, institutional, civic, educational, community, multifamily, and mixed use projects while leading projects from early planning through construction. Working closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and senior leadership, you'll have the opportunity to influence projects from concept through completion while continuing to grow as a project leader.
Relocating to British Columbia's Interior also offers a significant lifestyle change without having to leave Western Canada. Enjoy easy access to lakes and mountains, world class skiing, hiking, mountain biking, golf, wineries, and countless outdoor activities, along with smaller communities where getting outside after work is actually realistic.
For someone who enjoys the lifestyle and sense of community Saskatchewan offers but is ready for a change of scenery, Interior BC can be a natural next step.
Whether you're looking for greater project responsibility, a new professional challenge, or simply a new chapter personally and professionally, this role offers the chance to build a rewarding long term career while enjoying exceptional work life balance.
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Registered Architect to lead projects through all phases of design and construction.
Working closely with senior leadership, consultants, and clients, you'll manage multiple projects while overseeing design development, technical documentation, consultant coordination, and construction administration. This role offers an excellent balance of technical leadership, project management, and client facing responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership of projects from concept through completion.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead projects through all phases of design and construction
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Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables
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Coordinate multidisciplinary consultant teams throughout project delivery
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Prepare and review design packages, permit drawings, and construction documentation
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Provide technical leadership and quality control across multiple projects
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Lead client meetings and maintain strong client relationships
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Support Contract Administration, including RFIs, submittals, site reviews, and change documentation
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Mentor junior architectural and technical staff
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Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with applicable codes, regulations, and firm standards
Qualifications
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Registered Architect with the SAA, AIBC, or another Canadian provincial association, with the ability and willingness to transfer registration to the AIBC
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Minimum 5 years of experience delivering architectural projects through all phases
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Strong proficiency in Autodesk Revit
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Experience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary consultant teams
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Strong knowledge of Canadian building codes and construction practices
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Excellent communication, organization, and client relationship skills
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative team environment
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Open to relocating to British Columbia's Interior Region
What's On Offer
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Competitive salary based on experience
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Comprehensive benefits package
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Relocation opportunity to one of British Columbia's growing architectural markets
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Diverse project portfolio across commercial, institutional, civic, educational, community, multifamily, and mixed use sectors
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Opportunity to lead projects from concept through construction
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Supportive and collaborative team environment
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Long term career growth within an established and expanding architectural practice
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Exceptional work life balance with year round access to lakes, mountains, skiing, hiking, biking, golf, and outdoor recreation
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The opportunity to experience a new part of Western Canada while continuing to build your architectural career
If you're a Registered Architect in Saskatchewan looking for greater project ownership, meaningful career growth, and the opportunity to experience life in British Columbia's Interior, I'd love to connect.
Apply today or reach out directly to Dara Chita at [email protected] to learn more.
Job #16817751
