At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead architectural reviews for major airport projects and ensure compliance with design standards.
- Company: Join AECOM, a global leader in infrastructure consulting.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a commitment to innovation and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on transformative projects that shape communities worldwide.
- Qualifications: 8+ years of architectural experience with a focus on complex capital projects.
The predicted salary is between 78750 - 96250 $ per year.
Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
AECOM is seeking a Senior Architect – Airport Project to join our team. This position is based on-site, out of Mississauga.
Major Responsibilities
- Provide independent architectural review and challenge of major and complex capital projects at key design stages.
- Review architectural submissions for compliance with applicable codes, owner requirements, design standards, project requirements and approved design decisions.
- Identify significant architectural risks, gaps, inconsistencies, departures and interdisciplinary coordination issues.
- Provide clear, evidence-based review comments and recommendations to project teams and consultants.
- Support the development and implementation of a more structured Architectural Compliance / Design Assurance Program.
- Establish or improve tools such as compliance matrices, architectural review criteria, deviation registers, comment tracking and closure processes.
- Monitor significant architectural findings through resolution and closure.
- Participate in major project design reviews, workshops, constructability reviews and other technical assurance activities.
- Provide an Owner’s Engineer perspective, independently challenging project solutions where required while maintaining clear accountability with the Architect of Record/design consultant.
- Capture recurring issues and lessons learned from major projects to help improve architectural standards and future project requirements.
Qualifications
- Degree + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Professional architectural registration, preferably OAA or eligibility for Ontario registration.
Preferred Requirements
- Approximately 10+ years of progressively responsible architectural experience.
- Significant experience reviewing large, complex, multidisciplinary capital projects; Airport Experience is preferred.
- Previous experience working as an Owner’s Architect, Owner’s Engineer, Design Assurance Lead, Architectural Compliance Lead, or similar owner-side role.
- Demonstrated experience developing, implementing or administering an Architectural Compliance / Design Assurance Program would be highly desirable.
- Strong capability in architectural technical review, building code, accessibility, building science, specifications, constructability and interdisciplinary coordination.
- Experience with Revit, Navisworks, BIM-based coordination and Bluebeam/document review workflows.
- Experience in airports, transportation, major institutional facilities or other complex operational environments would be an asset.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to provide concise, objective and defensible professional recommendations.
This position requires work on-site/out of the office 5 days a week. This is a newly created role.
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings.
What makes AECOM a great place to work: You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact.
Senior Architect – Airport Project in Mississauga employer: AECOM Corporation
AECOM is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering flexible hybrid work options to ensure you can perform at your best. With a commitment to employee growth, AECOM provides access to cutting-edge technology and transformative projects that make a real impact on communities worldwide. Join a global team dedicated to creating a better world while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment that values your unique talents and contributions.
