Senior Architect – Alternative Delivery

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  CA - Ottawa, ON - 1150 Morrison Dr
• Compensation: CAD 95,000 - CAD 140,000 - yearly

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AECOM is seeking a highly experienced Senior Architect to lead complex building projects in our Ottawa office. This is a key leadership role in our growing team, focused on Alternative Delivery projects (Design-Build, IPD, P3, MDB) for public and private sector clients.

As a Senior Architect at AECOM, you will have the opportunity to own the design process, lead client relationships, and shape project outcomes while working alongside award-winning professionals in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. This role offers exposure to large-scale, high-profile projects in Ottawa and across Canada.

Lead architectural design and project delivery on Alternative Delivery projects

Serve as the primary client interface, managing expectations and building strong relationships

Provide strategic oversight for multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring design intent is realized from concept through construction

Prepare and review design documentation, construction details, specifications, and cost estimates

Mentor junior staff and provide technical leadership within the team

Collaborate with internal and external consultants, contractors, and stakeholders

Contribute to business development, proposals, and project planning initiatives

Ensure compliance with Ontario Building Code and established architectural standards

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Licensed Architect with the OAA

6+ years of experience on complex building projects

Proven experience with Alternative Delivery models (Design-Build, IPD, P3, MDB)

Proficiency in Revit

Client-facing experience with strong communication and presentation skills

Eligible for security clearance

Master’s degree in Architecture or equivalent experience

Deep knowledge of Ontario Building Code and building systems

Experience in project management for large-scale projects

Proficiency with AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Photoshop, and other visualization tools

Experience with permitting and approvals processes in Canadian municipalities

Ability to lead design workshops and high-level client presentations

• Company paid relocation is not available for this position
• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position

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&DD, 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. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions…