Real Estate Development - Sr. Director, Architectural Standards

THE TEAM

The mission of the Architectural Standards team is to define & uphold the technical standards, tools, and processes that ensure quality, consistency, and efficiency across all projects- supporting scalable delivery through governance, enablement, and cross-functional alignment.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing and our Architecture team is growing with it. As a leader of the Architectural Standards department, you will lead and motivate the teams responsible for defining, documenting, and upholding the foundational systems & standards that ensure Aritzia's creative intent is consistently translated into scalable and high-performing spaces. The Senior Director, Architectural Standards is responsible for driving the creative and technical integrity of specialty functions across all our physical spaces.

This role leads the development and implementation of scalable, brand-aligned design solutions-overseeing standards, systems, visualizations, and prototypes that support exceptional spatial quality and operational performance. Through strong cross-functional leadership, the Senior Director ensures consistent execution from concept through rollout, while enabling innovation, technical rigor, and continuous improvement across all project deliverables. And, with people at the heart of everything we do, you will support your high-potential people to grow rewarding careers at Aritzia - while enjoying one yourself.

THE ROLE

As the Sr. Director, Architectural Standards, you will:

• Lead the vision, development, and execution of specialty design standards, guiding teams to deliver innovative, brand-aligned architectural solutions that balance creativity, precision, and functionality.
• Own the full lifecycle of design standards, ensuring their ongoing governance, evolution, and application, holding teams accountable for consistency, technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and brand integrity.
• Direct the cross-functional creation, testing, and documentation of prototypes and samples to ensure scalable, risk-mitigated solutions that meet both creative and operational benchmarks to inform design decisions.
• Define and lead the Building Information Modeling (BIM) strategy to drive efficient, coordinated, and technically robust project delivery-enabling standardized practices, and seamless cross-functional integration.
• Lead the technical integration of specialty systems by overseeing the standardization, documentation, and deployment of high-performing, compliant & fully integrated solutions that elevate spatial experience and operational efficiency.
• Work with the appropriate Business Support partners to seamlessly lead the day-to-day function of the department in support of corporate objectives, while enabling progressive career development and an incredible employee experience.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The Sr. Director, Architectural Standards has:

• Proven and best-in-class skills, applicable certifications, education and/or experience in Revit, ACC, and BIM-based project delivery
• Advanced ability to read, interpret, and validate complex architectural and technical drawings
• A commitment to learn, apply, champion and enrich Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles
• The skills to collaborate strategically with cross-functional partners in the pursuit of shared business outcomes
• The ability to set clear objectives and design a strategy that inspires the team
• A dedication to quality and investing in results and new business opportunities that add value
• A deep understanding and commitment for the industry in which we operate

THE COMPENSATION

The typical hiring range for this position is $150,000-$250,000 CAD per year. The final agreed upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Additionally, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity.

We are always looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

Aritzia's Everyday Luxury compensation package goes beyond the base salary with endless growth and recognition opportunities…