Administrative Assistant (Part-Time) at Architecture49

Architecture49 is hiring for a part-time Administrative Assistant to join our Vancouver team

Architecture49 (A49) is a growing firm with a wide range of career opportunities. Our offices, situated from coast to coast across Canada, serve distinct regions, each with a local focus and sector specialties.

We value work-life balance and support continuous learning to help our employees develop their skills and expertise as they build and evolve their careers with us. We offer flexible schedules and a hybrid work environment; competitive salaries and flexible leave days. This role is expected to work 22.5 hours per week.

Within our organizational culture, we are prepared to invest and partner in your development through a comprehensive evaluation, training, and mentorship program that will empower you to utilize your expertise on projects that contribute to the growth and success of our practice and your career.

Western Canada

From the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific Coast, the Western Canada region is renowned for a collaborative and client-focused mindset. Inspired by the natural resources that abound on the West Coast, our team thrives on intricate, sustainable, and daring designs that align with the innovation our clients seek to achieve. Specializing in sports and entertainment venues, transportation infrastructure, and industrial spaces, our Western Canada team seamlessly blends functionality with beauty. Our central Vancouver office makes for a cutting-edge urban practice surrounded by natural wonders that make our design team strive to redefine what is possible.

Responsibilities

• Assist the A49West Architecture team in a variety of administrative tasks (quality control of communications, coordination of meetings, IT requests, supply ordering and inventory control, lunch and learn coordination, calendar management, and general file updates)
Assist architects, project managers and specification writers with project start-up and various administrative tasks

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative assistant or support role
• Experience in the Architecture discipline would be considered an asset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of Microsoft 365 environment

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $29.50 to $39.10/hour

MB & ON: $26.90 to $37.10/hour

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $26.60 to $35.40/hour

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Why Choose Us?

Architecture49 is a growing firm with promising career opportunities for talented people. Our offices, situated from coast to coast across Canada, house a diverse and accomplished group of architects, interior designers, technologists, landscape architects, and support staff, and we are always looking for new people to enrich our team.

At A49, we foster friendly, open working environments where employees can thrive in a culture that values collaboration. We seek meaningful projects where we can build on our focused expertise and impact the communities in which we work. We strive to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues. We recognize the quality, motivation and commitment of our employees and celebrate their achievements.

Our offices have strong regional legacies, yet we are also a forward-thinking national firm focused on creativity, initiative, quality, sustainability and social responsibility. That sense of social responsibility extends to our employees and our commitment to their well-being and success.

Strategic Partnership

Architecture49 maintains a strategic business relationship with WSP, a global engineering consultancy. This provides enhanced opportunities for exposure to international projects and a wide range of multidisciplinary expertise. Further, WSP provides Architecture49 with a range of shared services, such as comprehensive benefits, training, and corporate programs.

Inclusion and Diversity

At Architecture49, we strive to create inclusive work environments for everyone. We are committed to supporting a workplace where diversity is embraced and our people are respected, valued, accepted, and are encouraged to reach their full potential. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) help us celebrate diversity and build a culture of belonging: Black Professional People Network; CIRCLE (Indigenous); VIBE (2SLGBTQIA+); Women of WSP; and the Developing Professionals Network.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and achieving a representative work environment that reflects our people, communities and clients. We encourage people from systemically marginalized groups to apply, including Indigenous Persons, Persons identifying with a disability/ies, 2SLGBTQIA+ Persons, Persons identifying as a visible minority, and Women.

At A49, we take accessibility seriously and accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For accommodation queries/requests please contact: [email protected]

Reconciliation

Architecture49 is committed to Truth and Reconciliation, and to Call to Action #92. We recognize that our practices directly build upon and benefit from the gifts of the earth, and affirm our commitment to continued learning, respect, and ongoing collaboration as we work to engage in decolonization and reconciliation.

Please Note

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of A49. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).