Career opportunity:

Architectural Technologist

Whitehorse (Yukon) or Yellowknife (Northwest Territories)

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Taylor Architecture Group (TAG) is a Northern-based architecture and engineering firm with a focus on community design work, primarily for First Nation and Inuit communities throughout Northern Canada. Our head office is located in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, with satellite offices in Whitehorse and Ottawa. Projects include mid- to large-scale civic, educational, institutional, and residential facilities, as well as smaller-scale commercial projects.

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We are currently seeking an Architectural Technologist to join our multidisciplinary architecture and engineering team in our Whitehorse or Yellowknife office. The successful candidate will have strong technical drafting and coordination capabilities, experience or interest in architectural design and construction documentation, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced consulting environment.

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The successful candidate will work collaboratively with architects, engineers, technologists, consultants, and project managers throughout all phases of design and construction. Responsibilities will include drafting, modeling, technical coordination, document production, site reviews, and supporting project delivery across multiple disciplines and offices.

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TAG’s projects are located predominantly in remote communities across the three territories. Team members are often involved in unique and rewarding projects that support Northern infrastructure, housing, education, recreation, and community development. The successful candidate may have opportunities to travel to project sites and communities throughout the North as part of the design and construction process.

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By nature of TAG’s history and context, our workplace is collaborative, social, and team-oriented. We are committed to creating a supportive environment where employees can continue developing professionally while contributing to meaningful projects that make a lasting impact in Northern communities.

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TAG will assist with relocation costs for candidates relocating to Whitehorse/Yellowknife. For examples of our work, visit our website's Projects page.

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Key Responsibilities:​

• Collaborate closely with TAG architectural and engineering staff across the Whitehorse, Yellowknife, and Ottawa offices.

• Prepare and revise architectural drawings, construction documents, and presentation materials using Revit, AutoCAD, and related software.

• Assist with the development of floor plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules, and building assemblies.

• Support architects and project managers with design development, technical detailing, and construction documentation.

• Assist with coordination and organization of drawing packages and project deliverables.

• Maintain drawing standards, file management systems, and document control procedures.

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout all project phases.

• Support multidisciplinary coordination between architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical systems.

• Assist with project setup, drawing revisions, document issuance, and consultant coordination.

• Manage workload effectively to support multiple projects and overlapping deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Participate in site visits, field reviews, site measurements, and existing condition assessments as required.

• Assist with preparation of site review reports, deficiency lists, meeting minutes, and construction administration documentation.

• Support contract administration activities and assist in responding to contractor requests and project inquiries.

• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams while also being capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

• Participate in occasional travel to remote Arctic and sub-Arctic communities. Candidates should be comfortable travelling on small aircraft and working in remote environments.

 

About You:

• Diploma or degree in Architectural Technology, Architectural Drafting, Building Technology, or related discipline.

• Minimum two (2) years of related experience in architectural drafting, design support, or consulting environments is considered an asset.

• Proficiency with Revit is required.

• Experience with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Bluebeam, or rendering software is considered an asset.

• Understanding construction drawings, detailing practices, and building systems coordination.

• Familiarity with applicable building codes and standards, including the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC), is considered an asset.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional reports, correspondence, and technical documentation.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and coordinate effectively across multiple projects.

• Experience working in Northern, rural, remote, or Indigenous community environments is considered an asset.

• Eligibility to work in Canada is required.

• Valid Canadian driver’s license is considered an asset.

 

Length of Employment:

This is a full time (37.5 hr/week), permanent position.

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Salary and Benefits:

Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience. TAG offers a competitive compensation package including extended health benefits and relocation assistance for eligible candidates.

 

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your CV and portfolio/work samples in PDF format to careers@tagyk.com. Applicants are encouraged to include sample construction drawings and indicate which projects or drawings were completed using AutoCAD and/or Revit. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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