Senior Project Architect

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a  Senior Architect to join our Buildings & Facilities Business Group in Toronto, ON. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Toronto office.

At GFT, our architecture team is at the forefront of innovative design, shaping inspirational, sustainable, and aesthetically striking structures that stand the test of time. Collaborating with a diverse group of industry experts and our in-house engineering teams, our architects leverage advanced technologies and creative solutions to deliver exceptional projects that positively impact and reshape communities. Explore some of our signature architecture projects. 

What you'll be challenged to do:

As a Senior Architect, you will be a trusted advisor and play a pivotal role in driving innovation and transformation in architectural design. You will develop and implement strategic design initiatives, leveraging your specialized knowledge and visionary leadership to influence and mentor teams. Your contribution will optimize performance, solve high-level problems, and leave a legacy of industry recognition and influence.

In this capacity, you will be responsible for the following:

• Administer and supervise design projects with a focus on planning, directing, coordinating, and overseeing the work of Architectural staff to ensure technical accuracy, safety, constructability, maintainability, cost-effectiveness, and timely completion.
• Interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate assignments, ensuring all align with the strategic goals and vision of the client.
• Assist the Principal Architect in planning and developing architectural projects, engaging in the exploration of subject areas, defining scope, and developing novel concepts and methods.
• Lead the execution of designs with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary coordination, playing a crucial role in executive decision-making.
• Utilize advanced computer software knowledge to convey project intent and ensure seamless communication of concepts to clients and project teams.

What you'll will bring to our firm:

• Bachelors of Architecture Degree and/or a Master of Architecture.
• Membership in good standing with the Ontario Association of Architects (professional seal as required).
• Advanced skills with Revit; minimum 10 years of experience required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a Canadian Architectural Office, particularly with medium to large scope projects.

What we prefer you bring:

• Proven experience leading and contributing to a variety of project types, including but not limited to industrial, institutional, commercial, transportation (Transit + Aviation), and research facilities.
• Demonstrated Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in Life Sciences projects—such as laboratories, cleanrooms, R&D facilities, or GMP environments—is strongly preferred.
• Ability to translate complex client needs into innovative and compliant design solutions across multiple sectors.

Compensation:

The range for this position is salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accruals
• We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer:
• Tuition reimbursement
• Access to internal and external training programs
• Support active participation in professional organizations

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future

generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Permanent Residency or Canadian Citizenship required for this position. No relocation assistance will be provided for this position. Local candidates will be given preference.

Location: Toronto,ON

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Fulltime

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.

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