Gmbc Group Inc. is hiring
Architect with LMIA

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Adjust their designs to conform to limiting factors such as budget allocation and cost of materials
• Consult with clients to determine the type, style and purpose of renovations or new building construction being considered
• Generate building plans and detailed drawings to be used by contractors and tradespersons
• Manage the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in architecture or engineering projects
• Negotiate contracts with clients with a focus on design, construction time, price or others
• Participate in contract negotiations
• Prepare documents showing both the structural needs and the materials required for construction
• Supervise the preparation of drawings, specifications and other construction documents for use by contractors and tradespersons
• Conceptualize and design buildings and develop plans describing design specifications, building materials, costs and construction schedules
• Construction site supervision
• Prepare sketches and models
• Perform architectural research
• Conduct feasibility studies of building projects
• Estimate costs
• Proposal preparation
• Tender and administer contracts
• Interior design (general)
• Monitor activities on construction sites to ensure compliance with specifications
• Conduct feasibility studies and financial analyses of building projects

Supervision

• Working groups
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Architectural software programs
• Adobe Photoshop
• MS Office
• AutoCAD
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• SketchUp
• Adobe Suite

Architectural specialization

• Public buildings
• New construction
• Renovation
• Site inspections
• Commercial
• Industrial
• Interior and space planning
• Residential construction

Area of specialization

• Drafting

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Computer
• Printer
• Internet access
• Cellular phone
• Pager
• Fax machine

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Flexibility