Design Coordinator - Retail

About the role

Stantec is seeking passionate architects and interior designers, working under the guidance of a Senior Designer and/or Architect. This is an intermediate level Architect and/or Designer role.

Responsibilities

• Developing space plans, site plans, and design and construction documents based on client standards, including floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, finish plans, furniture plans, elevations, sections, and architectural details.
• Adapting and developing non-standard details to meet the requirements of a specific space or project.
• Supporting and participating with the team in development of schematic design and design development deliverables.
• Utilizing BIM technologies in development of three-dimensional models of buildings and their components.
• Performing on-site field verifications and measurements of existing buildings and spaces.
• Participating in design critiques and pin-ups.
• Interpreting and applying building and zoning codes and requirements of other regulatory agencies to individual projects.
• Preparing and revising documentation in various architectural phases including floor plans, elevations, sections, and schedules, building elevations, building sections, and details.
• Cheking own work for accuracy and completeness and managing time to meet project budget and schedule.
• Participating and collaborating in a project team setting through all phases of design development and architectural document production.
• Assisting in the evaluation and selection of building systems and materials.
• Attending project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants and clients.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge and understanding of the design and construction documentation process.
• Basic knowledge of building construction systems means and methods, materials, and industry associated standards is expected.
• To engage in creative and critical thinking.
• To hand sketch and communicate concepts and ideas to others effectively.
• To interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material.
• To communicate abstract ideas (verbal/written).
• Basic knowledge and application of accessibility codes and applicable building codes.
• Basic understanding of all phases of architectural document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
• Ability to conduct space planning, block planning, and adjacencies in coordination with building and client program.
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam Revu, Revit, AutoCAD; Prefer experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Newforma, Rhino, SketchUP, Enscape (or similar 3D modeling software).

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture is required.
• Minimum 5 years professional experience preferred.
• LEED Green Associate or LEED AP preferred.
• Architecture licensure preferred but not required.