Job DescriptionYour OpportunityStantec's Industrial Buildings Group offers services for all phases of a project life cycle from pre-project planning through to detailed design for engineering analysis studies, and construction documents for capital investment projects. This is where great ideas and rewarding careers are built. Exercising creativity and ingenuity, our team develops unique solutions for our clients that integrate people, materials, equipment and information in productive ways. Our professionals deliver convenient, integrated, and practical solutions to complex industrial problems. Comprised of industry process experts, engineers, and architects, we provide career opportunities as unique as you are.
A key factor in the success of Stantec has been our commitment to a fully integrated A/E design approach where information and ideas are freely shared, and decisions and direction are effectively communicated. The Industrial Buildings Operations, Maintenance, and Storage Facilities (OMSF) Group is made up of all key disciplines - architecture, industrial, structural, mechanical, electrical, civil and project management located throughout the United States and Canada. This approach provides us with a better overall understanding of the challenges and opportunities inherent in our projects, and our clients benefit from the robust, integrated design solutions that are developed and delivered. Our team demonstrates a commitment to thrive in a team-oriented, proactive organization where client service is of the highest priority.
Stantec utilizes a team approach to the work - a team made up of the client, operators, stakeholders, and Stantec - where information and ideas are shared, and decisions and direction are effectively communicated. This approach leverages the collective experience and expertise of the team to create robust solutions for our clients. Our clients come from transit, municipal, national defense, manufacturing, and food & beverage sectors. Some of our project types include new construction and renovation of:
- Vehicle maintenance facilities for light rail, heavy rail, bus, fleet, mining, etc.
- Transit Stations and Centers
- Public Works and Utilities Campuses
- Aircraft hangars
- Food processing facilities
- Warehousing and distribution centers
- Component manufacturing and assembly facilities
- Other light industrial projects
We have a new opportunity for an Industrial Architectural Designer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone, with an architecture or engineering background who has an interest in designing transit and light industrial facilities. You will work on tasks with close guidance and direction from a Senior Industrial Architect. Design work primarily involves functional planning, workflow and facility optimization, and facility layout.
Your Key Responsibilities - Aiding in gathering, organizing and checking multi-discipline client stakeholder requirements.
- Participating in on-site workshops and presentations with clients and other architects and engineers.
- Writing various reports to document project requirements and deliverables.
- Aiding in functional planning of transit and industrial facilities including needs assessments, master planning, facility optimization, and workflow optimization.
- Developing process flow diagrams identifying personnel, material, vehicle and equipment flows.
- Developing functional programs identifying area space needs, space gross-up factors, and requirements.
- Developing and compiling equipment lists, schedules and datasheets.
- Modeling of industrial shop equipment, industrial workbenches and storage equipment.
- Prepare and revise documentation in various architectural phases including site plans, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, details.
- Utilizing BIM technologies in development of three-dimensional shop equipment layouts and diagrams.
- Coordination of operational, maintenance and equipment clearances with multi-discipline design team.
- Utilize BIM technologies in development of three-dimensional models of buildings and their components.
- Participate in design critiques and pin-ups.
- Participate in bidding and negotiation phase and prepares addenda.
- Review shop drawings and submittals, responds to RFIs, prepares site observation reports, and other contract administration tasks.
- Lead project coordination and meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor and sub-contractors.
- Participate in client project requirement meetings and value analysis and basic cost estimating.
- Assist in the preparation and coordination of the project specifications.
- Conduct quality assurance and quality control on own projects.
QualificationsYour Capabilities and Credentials - Strong understanding of all phases of architectural document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
- Ability to conduct space planning, block planning and adjacencies in coordination with building program.
- Ability to develop floor plans, sections, and details.
- Ability to check work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
- Ability to lead one or more teams through all phases of project document production.
- Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting through all phases of project document production.
- Ability to engage in creative and critical thought.
- Ability to hand sketch and communicate concepts and ideas to others effectively.
- Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material.
- Ability to communicate abstract ideas (verbal/written).
- Ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively while working remotely.
- Strong presentation and interview skills.
- Strong understanding of Revit or AutoCAD and the use of it as a design tool.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe software such as InDesign and Photoshop.
- Ability to hand sketch and communicate concepts and ideas to others effectively.
- Participate and collaborate in project team setting.
- Effective interpersonal communication skills.
- Effective time management and project organization skills.
- Ability to check own work for accuracy and completeness.
- Excellent ability to write clear and comprehensive reports.
Education and Experience - Bachelor's Degree or Master's degree in Architecture, industrial design or mechanical engineering.
- 2-5 years of experience in the architecture and engineering industry.
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.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
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
About UsStantec'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.
About the TeamPay 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 and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements
