• Join one of the most innovative design/construction firms in Vancouver
• Help create amazing spaces customized for our clients
• Receive $75K+ annual salary, negotiable dependent on experience, along with excellent benefits

About VictorEric Design + Build

You can always rely on VictorEric Design + Build custom home design experience to effortlessly guide you from early concept development to construction. Through our services in stylish detailing, landscaping, interior design, and construction, we deliver your finished custom family home with your vision in mind. 

VictorEric is a design and build firm that is passionate about client satisfaction. Our in-house construction management team ensures our projects are completed on time, on budget, and to the highest standards. Our mission, to create amazing spaces through a simple and fun process, brings delight to our clients and their community. We embrace creative latitude while raising the ethics and standards of our industry. 

For more information please visit our website by clicking here or alternatively, see what it's like to be a part of our team by watching one of our videos.  

About the Opportunity

VictorEric Design Group Ltd. is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Architectural Design Technologist to join our team in Vancouver, BC. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing building designs for various projects, taking them from the concept stage to construction-ready sets of drawings. You will work collaboratively with our team and engage with municipal contacts to ensure compliance with building codes, inspection processes, and bylaws, focusing on both wood-framed and concrete building construction. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize your extensive years of experience in the local, residential industry to contribute valuable insight to the design process
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of sustainable design principles including NetZero, Passive House, and BC Step Code, while adhering to relevant building codes and standards
• Employ your expertise in AutoCAD or Revit to create design concept models and detailed working drawings, tailored to meet the specific requirements of our clients
• Deliver accurate and comprehensive construction-ready blueprints that comply with local zoning regulations and bylaws
• Maintain project deadlines as assigned, and status updates in project management software using Coconstruct
• Provide post-design support (Construction Administration), including issuing revision sketches, site instructions, and change orders as necessary during construction
• Foster and maintain relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and sub-trades to ensure the availability of required materials and services for projects
• Prepare sketches and sample boards for presentation to both permitting municipalities and clients, showcasing the project’s vision and design intent
• Conduct site visits to review trades’ work and promptly address any construction-related queries or issues that may arise
• Collaborate closely with interior designers, suppliers, and contractors to optimize space utilization and construction methods within the defined project scope
• Coordinate effectively with internal team members and external stakeholders to address any project-related challenges or inquiries
• Provide mentorship and support to a team of Junior Building Design Technologist, fostering their professional growth and development

About You

To qualify, you will need at least 6 years of experience in the local custom single-family home design field, with intimate knowledge of city bylaws particularly in Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, North Vancouver, and West Vancouver, along with:

• Proficient knowledge of zoning bylaws, building codes, municipal laws, inspection routines, and permit application process 
• Post-secondary diploma or equivalent in Building Technology, Drafting Technician, Architectural programs, or related studies
• At least 3 years experience in architectural drafting and design, with strong skills in AutoCAD or Revit, either through formal training, work experience, or a combination of both

Moreover, the following will be considered an asset:

• Strong background in design, architecture, and construction of single-family, wood-frame construction
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience in custom-builds for single-family residential projects
• Good sense of design and aesthetics 

We are also looking for a motivated candidate with outstanding leadership skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, excellent time management, and the ability to multitask. 

Since you will be our liaison with clients, city planners, officials, consultants, engineers, and architects, you will be joining us with exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively connect different internal and external stakeholders as required.

About the Benefits

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be awarded a highly competitive annual salary of $75K+, negotiable dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience, along with benefits including:

• Performance-based bonus
• Extended health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life, dependent, and disability insurance
• Vacation + paid sick leave
• An opportunity to make the role your own in a small and collaborative team
• Regular employee appreciation and bonding events!

Our team comes to us from all walks of life and from locales near and far, but they all have one thing in common, they love creating amazing spaces and driving design! We’re proud to have such a diverse and talented group of people who generously share their expertise. 

Applicants must include a cover letter, resume, and portfolio. Shortlisted applicants will be required to take a technical skills test demonstrating their understanding of zoning regulations/bylaws and software competency. 

We appreciate the time and effort taken to submit your application and look forward to meeting you.