Project Architect

Stantec's Buildings team is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

The Senior Project Architect will provide technical design leadership across architectural disciplines. This is an amazing opportunity to influence business strategy through design innovation and delivery excellence. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated self-starter seeking progressive challenges.

Your

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Innovation in architecture and design;

Provide internal technical leadership across architectural disciplines, guiding design excellence and delivery;

Set design strategy with clients;

Champion innovation in modular design, sustainability, and integrated building systems;

Develop and maintain Stantec's architectural standards, specifications, and design guidelines;

Ensure compliance with applicable codes, accessibility standards, and environmental regulations;

Mentor and coach architects and designers across the advanced manufacturing & industrial practice;

Publish technical articles and contribute to thought leadership initiatives;

Balance strategic initiatives with hands-on project execution, managing multiple priorities in parallel;

Lead site planning, building layout, and integration of architectural systems across multiple disciplines;

Support construction administration, design reviews, and quality assurance.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Licensed Architect (RA) with strong knowledge of building code and sustainability frameworks;

Proficiency in Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, particularly Revit, with expertise in architectural modeling and detailing;

Proven record of technical innovation solving client's challenges;

Experience across the following markets:
Semiconductor, Advanced Technology/Manufacturing/Industrial design;

Exceptional communication, leadership, and multi-tasking skills;

Involvement in LEED, WELL, or other sustainability certification.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

20+ years of experience in architectural design

15+ years in advanced manufacturing/cleanroom and or mission-critical/data center environments

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.

Pay Transparency:
In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits

Summary:

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life…