Senior Architectural Technologist

SENIOR ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIST

Full Time | Permanent | In-Office | Chilliwack, BC

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a sharp Senior Architectural Technologist who gets excited about making good design buildable. At SOA, our projects include institutional and educational spaces, multifamily and community housing across BC. They’re often publicly funded, with lots of moving parts and unique needs, and we need someone who wants to dig into it.

You’ll be in the thick of it — working through drawings, details, field reviews, and consultant coordination. You’ll bring your strong technical lens to the table and help the team stay organized and on track as we move projects forward.

What You’ll Be Doing

You won’t be off in a corner — this is real, hands-on work where you’ll be collaborating, drawing, reviewing, and helping keep things moving.

• Prepare full drawing sets and documentation packages for permits and construction
• Use Revit daily to model, detail, redline, and coordinate with the team
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and take part in field reviews
• Lead meetings with clients and consultants and keep things moving
• Support specs and tender packages
• Help mentor and guide junior team members
• Stay current and apply codes and standards
• Travel to project sites as needed (travel costs covered)
• Help build the kind of team you’re proud to be part of

Who We’re Looking For

You’ve been doing this a while and know how to keep projects moving without needing your hand held. We’re looking for someone who’s confident with the technical side of things, communicates clearly, and is still open to learning and growing with the team. Here’s what we need:

• You’ve got a diploma or degree in Architectural or Building Sciences (or equivalent)
• You’ve worked at least 5 years in a Canadian architectural firm
• You’re registered with the AIBC or eligible to register
• You’ve produced permit and construction drawings for real projects (mid-to-large scale)
• You use Revit daily and are comfortable jumping into the model when needed
• You’re familiar with BC Building Code and understand different construction types
• You’re someone your teammates can count on — organized, clear, and steady under pressure
• You’re not afraid to ask questions, share what you know, or say “let me look into that” when needed
• Bonus if you’ve worked on educational, multi-family, or affordable housing projects

You’ll Fit In Here If You:

• Take ownership of your work and follow through without being chased
• Are generous with your knowledge and willing to help
• Appreciate clarity, collaboration, and a good sense of humour
• Want to work with people who care about the work and each other
• Like being in an open-concept office where ideas (and snacks) are shared

Compensation & Working Conditions

• Starting at $70,000 for Senior Technologists (negotiable based on experience), $60,000 for Technologists (negotiable)
• Full-time, in-person at our Chilliwack studio
• Friday afternoons off all summer, plus paid vacation and extended health (fully covered by SOA)
• AIBC dues and development supports included - because we want to see you grow here
• Join a fantastic group of people who show up, work hard, and have fun together

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like a place you could see yourself, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply through our recruitment partner, Laura Wortley at OneRecruits, by visiting HERE no later than Thursday, July 17th. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps.