Lead Architect in Fredericton

Architecture49 is seeking a highly motivated and entrepreneurial Senior Architect to establish and grow our presence in New Brunswick. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced architect with strong business development instincts, a passion for client relationships, and a desire to help shape the future of our practice in the province. Working from a WSP office in either Moncton or Fredericton, you will lead business development efforts, pursue new opportunities, build strategic client relationships, and oversee project delivery across a variety of sectors.

You will be supported by the established Architecture49 team in Halifax and have the opportunity to play a key role in growing our New Brunswick practice over time.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development activities throughout New Brunswick, identifying and pursuing new opportunities aligned with the firm’s strategic objectives.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry partners, consultants, contractors, and community stakeholders.
• Represent Architecture49 in the marketplace through networking, industry events, conferences, and client engagement activities.
• Support pursuit strategies, proposal development, interviews, and contract negotiations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients in New Brunswick and help establish a growing regional presence.
• Work independently while collaborating closely with the Architecture49 leadership team and technical resources in Halifax and across Canada.
• Lead and manage projects from planning and design through construction administration.
• Manage a team in producing architectural design solutions and construction drawings.
• Manage a group of architectural staff, leading project meetings, and coordinating other building disciplines on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Provide technical and administrative oversight to ensure that both the internal and external client needs are met and that the projects are delivered within cost, quality and schedule targets.
• Manage the financial aspect of the project including planning, scheduling, forecasting and staffing and working with accounting to achieve the desired results.

Qualifications

• Registered architect in New Brunswick (NBAA), or eligibility to be registered.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience including project leadership and client-facing responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of the New Brunswick market, including relationships within public and private sector organizations, would be considered a significant asset.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing project financial performance.
• Knowledge of BIM principles & workflows, REVIT software, AutoCAD software, Visualization software, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft 365 environment and Bluebeam.
• Experience in Healthcare, Education, Science & Technology, or other public-sector projects would be considered an asset.

About Us

Architecture49 is a growing firm with promising career opportunities for talented people. Our offices, situated from coast to coast across Canada, house a diverse and accomplished group of architects, interior designers, technologists, landscape architects, and support staff, and we are always looking for new people to enrich our team. At A49, we foster friendly, open working environments where employees can thrive in a culture that values collaboration.

We strive to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues. We recognize the quality, motivation and commitment of our employees and celebrate their achievements. Our offices have strong regional legacies, yet we are also a forward-thinking national firm focused on creativity, initiative, quality, sustainability and social responsibility.

That sense of social responsibility extends to our employees and our commitment to their well-being and success.

Inclusion and Belonging

At Architecture49, we strive to create inclusive work environments for everyone. We are committed to supporting a workplace where our people are respected, valued, accepted, and are encouraged to reach their full potential. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) help us build a culture of belonging.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and achieving a representative work environment that reflects our people, communities and clients. We encourage people from systemically marginalized groups to apply, including Indigenous Persons, Persons identifying with a disability/ies, 2SLGBTQIA+ Persons, Persons identifying as a visible minority, and Women.

At A49, we take accessibility seriously and accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Health and Safety

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of A49. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.