Reporting to the Managing Principal of Architecture49 in Western Canada, the Healthcare Sector Lead Architect is accountable for the strategic development, business management and practice excellence for the Regional Healthcare Practice in Alberta. 

About Architecture49 

Architecture49 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 a comprehensive and customizable benefits package, as well as a share purchase program and RRSP matching program. We also offer a flexible schedule and hybrid work environment; competitive salaries; flexible leave days; telemedicine (24/7 access); and reimbursement of professional dues. 

Healthcare Sector 

At their core, healthcare environments exist to promote healing and contribute to positive health outcomes. They are places of extreme complexity that are designed to exacting technical standards, stringent regulatory requirements and operational protocols that support the myriad staff delivering the services. These variables inform the environment in unique ways and necessitate a design response that artfully balances technicalities with a human centric focus. 

At A49 our practice is dedicated to transforming healthcare environments into places of comfort, innovation, and hope. We work closely with healthcare providers, administrators, and stakeholders to understand their unique vision and operational requirements. Through this collaborative process, we ensure that our designs align seamlessly with the goals of our clients, resulting in healthcare facilities that are functional, aesthetically pleasing, and responsive to the needs of the community. 

Qualifications 

• Architecture degree with the ability to be licensed in Alberta 
• At least 15 years of experience, preferably in the healthcare market 
• Recognized healthcare planner is considered a desirable asset. 

 

 Responsibilities 

As the Regional Sector Lead, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our Healthcare projects within the Alberta region. You will work collaboratively with the Western Managing Principal to establish market growth within the region – targeting new client development that is aligned with the growth objectives. Additionally, this role will identify local client retention strategies and ensure that project-specific goals are met and leveraged both regionally and nationally to help build the sector.  

The role has strategic, operational practice and thought leadership requirements with responsibilities related to: 

Business Rigour & Financial Accountability 

• Lead in the development and administration of the Alberta Healthcare Sector revenue/project development to achieve A49’s financial goals and growth targets. 
• Lead the development of hard backlog/net revenue forecasts for business development growth as per annual set targets. 
• Provide professional architectural seal on drawings and contract documents where you are the supervising architect. 

 

Targeted Growth & Brand Enhancement 

• Build and evolve the healthcare practice in Alberta and act as a thought leader in healthcare on behalf of A49. 
• Collaborate with other regional Healthcare sector leaders to prepare strategic plans to advance A49’s growth in target markets. 
• Maintain strong long-term client relationships and develop new clients. 

 

Employee Engagement & Alignment 

• Demonstrate capacity building, training, and mentorship of A49 regional Healthcare resources to deepen knowledge in the sector and future-proof the sector through succession planning. 

 

Operational Excellence and Project Quality  

• Review monthly operational data, including core team utilization, project multipliers, revenue analysis (profit/loss), hard and soft backlog, marketing and business development initiatives, client/ consulting invoicing, work in progress and accounts receivable, overhead optimization, client/ colleague satisfaction and overall quality of work produced. 
• Lead major sector projects (as warranted) and provide professional architectural seal on drawings and contract documents where you are the supervising architect. 
• Contribute to local management of A49 Calgary office. 

 

Compensation: AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $124,900 to $167,800  MB & ON: $114,000 to $159,200  NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $112,800 to $152,000  Disclosure: 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: inclusion@architecture49.com [inclusion@architecture49.com]

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).