Architect
Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
ARCHITECT - TRANSIT & TRANSPORTATION
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Salary and Compensation: $90K - 130K + Bonus
Help Shape the Future of Transit Infrastructure in Vancouver
Our client, a globally respected architecture and design firm, is seeking a talented Architect to join their growing Vancouver studio and support major transit and transportation projects across the region. This is an exciting opportunity for an intermediate-level architect who is passionate about mobility, sustainability, and the evolution of public infrastructure.
ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our client is an internationally recognized design practice known for delivering innovative, human-centred solutions across transit, civic, commercial, residential, and mixed-use sectors. Their multidisciplinary team—spanning architecture, urban design, engineering, and planning—collaborates to create resilient, future-forward environments that elevate everyday experiences.
With more than 50 years of practice and a strong presence across Canada and beyond, they are expanding their Vancouver team as they take on high-profile transportation and mobility initiatives that will shape how the region moves for decades to come.
THE OPPORTUNITY
As an Architect focused on transit and transportation design, you will contribute to significant projects such as transit stations, multimodal hubs, passenger service facilities, operations centres, and public infrastructure upgrades.
You will work closely with senior architects, engineers, transit planners, and project managers to develop design solutions from concept through construction documentation. This is a role for someone who thrives in collaborative environments, enjoys complex problem-solving, and is motivated to grow within a well-established and supportive studio.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
You are a driven architect with 5-10 years of experience and a strong interest—or direct experience—in transportation, transit, infrastructure, or complex public projects. You bring solid technical knowledge, strong design skills, and the ability to coordinate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Key Qualifications:
- Master's and/or Bachelor's degree in Architecture with registration (or eligibility) with the AIBC
- 5-10 years of experience in an architectural practice, preferably in transit, transportation, civic, or infrastructure-related work
- Proficiency in REVIT, AutoCAD, and industry-standard design tools
- Experience producing construction documentation and coordinating with engineering disciplines
- Strong understanding of building codes, accessibility standards, and technical best practices
- Ability to communicate clearly with internal team members, consultants, and clients
- A collaborative, proactive approach to design and problem-solving
- A portfolio demonstrating thoughtful design, technical competence, and attention to detail
- Work on transformative mobility projects that have real, lasting public impact
- Join a global design firm with an inclusive, collaborative, and people-first culture
- Access strong professional development pathways and mentorship opportunities
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth
- Contribute to the evolution of transit and transportation across the Lower Mainland
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