Senior Technologist

Job summary

Lead hands-on architectural production and coordinate complete drawing packages for complex healthcare projects from schematic design through construction documents. Resolve technical, code, constructability, building-envelope, and coordination issues; support quality reviews and construction administration; and mentor other technologists.

Job details

Locations: Surrey, Kelowna or Victoria Join the Thinkspace Team! At Thinkspace Architecture® Planning Interior Design Ltd., we’ve been shaping the built environment across British Columbia, Alberta, and Yukon since 1963. We are a trusted partner to public institutions across Western Canada, delivering thoughtful, practical, and well-crafted design solutions. Our integrated team of architects, planners, interior designers and technical staff specializes in K–12 and post-secondary education, health care, commercial, and community & cultural projects, guided by five core values—curiosity, collaboration, client focus, commitment, and accountability. We’re Growing – Join Us! We have an immediate opportunity for a Senior HealthCare Technologist to join our team! This position is suited to a Senior Technologist who can perform the Job Captain role on complex healthcare projects, leading architectural production and coordinating complete drawing packages through design development, permit, tender and construction documents. If you’re looking for a new opportunity to use your expertise, contribute to impactful projects, and collaborate with a passionate team, we’d love to hear from you. This position can be based in any of our three locations. What You’ll Do Lead architectural production from schematic design through design development, permit, tender and construction documents. Remain hands-on in Revit while coordinating and reviewing the work of junior and intermediate team members. Take ownership of complete, accurate and coordinated architectural drawing packages. Coordinate production priorities and deliverables with the Project Manager to meet project schedules, quality expectations and firm documentation standards. Identify and resolve technical, code, constructability, building envelope and coordination issues throughout document production. Manage production priorities and deliverables to meet project schedules, quality expectations and firm documentation standards. Apply healthcare design and documentation requirements to renovations, additions and other complex healthcare projects. Support quality assurance reviews, site reviews, contract administration and the resolution of construction-related issues. Mentor junior and intermediate technologists in technical documentation, detailing and Revit production. What You Bring Education & Experience Diploma or degree in Architectural and Building Technology, Architectural Technology, or a related field 7+ years of experience in an architectural practice in Canada Extensive experience delivering institutional, healthcare, educational, commercial, or public-sector projects Registration with the AIBC as an Architectural Technologist, or eligibility to register, is considered an asset Technical Skills Expert proficiency in Revit and BIM-based project delivery Advanced knowledge of construction detailing, building systems, and constructability principles Strong understanding of building codes, regulations, and industry standards Experience leading technical coordination and resolving complex project challenges Strong knowledge of building envelope systems, material performance, and technical risk management Proficiency with Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and industry-standard software Professional Skills Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities Exceptional technical problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication and collaboration abilities Ability to influence project outcomes through technical expertise and sound judgment Strong organizational and quality management skills Demonstrates Thinkspace’s Core Values of Curiosity, Collaboration, Client Focus, Commitment, and Accountability Why Thinkspace? We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment, with outstanding benefits: Be part of a studio actively shaping the future of post-secondary education environments Practice EOS (Entrepreneurial Operation System) to manage the accountability and strategic aspects of our practice Collaborative team environment – supportive work culture Hybrid work schedule – work remotely up to two days / week Flexible hours – we prioritize work-life balance Employee referral bonuses – earn up to $10,000 Career growth – mentorship from senior staff Professional development – financial support for continuing education Dog-friendly office – bring your furry friend to work Free parking available Regular social events and team building activities Extended benefit package – health/dental, life and disability, lifestyle spending and health spending accounts Ready to build a meaningful career with us? Apply today and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of design across Western Canada! How to Apply: Learn more and apply through the Careers page on our website at https://www.thinkspace.ca/about/careers/

What you’ll do

Lead hands-on architectural production and coordinate complete drawing packages for complex healthcare projects from schematic design through construction documents. Resolve technical, code, constructability, building-envelope, and coordination issues; support quality reviews and construction administration; and mentor other technologists.

Requirements

Requires a diploma or degree in architectural or building technology (or a related field), at least seven years of experience in a Canadian architectural practice, and extensive experience delivering institutional, healthcare, educational, commercial, or public-sector projects. Candidates should have expert Revit and BIM skills, strong technical and code knowledge, and leadership and coordination abilities; AIBC registration or eligibility is an asset.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Flexible Hours
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Career Growth
• Professional Development Support
• Dog-Friendly Office
• Free Parking
• Social Events And Team-Building Activities
• Extended Health And Dental Benefits
• Life And Disability Insurance
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Health Spending Account

Listed skills

• Construction Documentation · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Mentorship · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Revit
• BIM-Based Project Delivery
• Architectural Production
• Technical Coordination
• Construction Documentation
• Construction Detailing
• Building Systems
• Building Codes And Regulations
• Constructability
• Building Envelope Systems
• Quality Assurance
• Contract Administration
• Healthcare Design
• Mentorship
• Bluebeam
• Project Scheduling

Job areas

• Art & Design
• Engineering
• Construction
• Management & Leadership