Desjardins

Intern Architect - Chernoff Thompson Architects
(Downtown Vancouver)

Employment type: Full-time

Chernoff Thompson Architects has a position available for a team member that is an Intern Architect registered with the AIBC. We are looking for well-rounded team members with experience or potential in all aspects of design, documentation and construction. We have a number of high tech/biotech private sector and institutional clients and currently have projects for many different post-secondary institutions in Canada, as well as various projects for all levels of government.

Our office is located in downtown Vancouver and usually consists of approximately 45+ staff. We require motivated, highly disciplined staff with a strong design sense that enjoy working as part of a team.

We are looking for team players, who are comfortable working with clients and consultants and have a high interest in design, detailing, and construction documents. We are looking for team members who will benefit from working in small groups and directly with our Principals, Associates & Project Managers.

Ideal candidates will have:

· Registration as an Intern Architect with the AIBC

· Graduation from a University professional degree in the study of Architecture from a Canadian or equivalent institution

· At least 1 – 4 years' experience in British Columbia or equivalent jurisdiction. Summer work experience during graduate studies may contribute to this work experience.

· Excellent English language verbal and written skills

· Outstanding design skills

· Working knowledge of, and skills in producing, design and construction documents in Revit and Autocad

· Experience in institutional building types

· Understanding of conventional drawing communication for construction drawings, some experience in preparing base drawings in Autocad and Revit

· Ability to produce high quality 3-D renderings in a variety of software platforms, including Lumion

You will:

· Work closely with one or more Principals or Associates and on teams of 3-6 persons

· Be involved in a variety of project types, including small and medium sized renovations, technically complex interior laboratory projects, and new buildings

· Bring a collaborative and enthusiastic attitude

· Bring a high level of attention to detail to all your work.

We offer:

· An international team, supportive of diversity, including a long-standing ratio of minimum 50% women to men in the studio.

· Strong hands-on partner leadership and mentorship.

· Competitive salaries renewed annually along with cost of living increase considerations.

· Generous vacation and personal leave policies.

· Open concept work environment, close to transit.

· A LEED® office environment, including bike and gym facilities.

· LEED® accreditation recognition.

· Support for intern architect time logging and AIBC exam/oral review preparation

· For employees with at least 1 year’s service, financial support for professional development and registration costs.

Please provide the following to apply:

· Cover Letter indicating interest in the position (PDF).

· Resume (PDF).

· Maximum 10 pages of printable PDF attachments indicating representative portfolio work.

· Current Work Visa status and dates of such or confirmation that you are a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident.

Salary range: $60,000 - $75,000

Salary to be commensurate with experience and education level. Candidates with different experience, education and skills than requested will have the salary range adjusted as appropriate.

This position is intended to be a primary (100%) in-office position during the 3 month probation period. It will continue to be a primarily in-office position with an option to work from home up to 20% of the time after the probation period. This policy may be adjusted time to time. Accommodation in line with provincial regulations will be assessed on an individual basis.

Note that we require COVID vaccination (minimum 2 doses).

No phone calls please. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $60,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site gym
Paid time off
Work Location: In person