technical designer Toronto
Job description
Boutique Design + Build Firm and Contemporary Art Gallery located in the Junction neighbourhood of Toronto.
Technical Designer
Alison Milne co. is looking for a detail-oriented, independently motivated and enthusiastic Technical Designer (Residential Designer / Architectural Technologist) to join our boutique interior design firm! Settled in the Junction neighbourhood of Toronto, the AMCo. studio + gallery is where art and design work in harmony. We place the utmost importance on maintaining our commitment to timeless aesthetics and traditional craftsmanship, honouring the artist and the maker throughout our entire process.
We collaborate with our clientele to create and build a space that assists with their day to day and tells the visual story of their lives. Using locally sourced products and materials whenever possible, we build with a standard of care and respect for every dwelling, its environment and each other.
As Technical Designer, your responsibilities will include but not limited to the following;
- Drafting of commercial + residential exterior elevations
- Assisting on initial site documentation of interior + exterior residential projects
- Knowledge of building systems and detailing
- Coordinating all permit packaging with the City of Toronto (Municipal and Committee of Adjustment submissions)
- Coordinating engineering drawings (Both mechanical and structural engineering packages)
- Preparing and issuing of project deliverables within the project schedule (Test-fits, Permit, Tender, Construction, etc.)
- Attend internal and client meetings on a weekly basis
- Collaborating directly with the designers to present client material as well as collaborating with the project manager on site.
Experience / Requirements:
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, Sketch Up, and 3D Modelling.
- Highly knowledgeable in the municipal submission process + permit packaging.
- Proficient Knowledge in the Committee of Adjustment submissions process.
- Ability to work independently + within a team environment.
- High standards of organization, communication and attention to detail.
This position is a one year contract, full time position, scheduled Monday to Friday with flexible hours (ie: 8-4, 9-5). This is a hybrid position ( work from home/in studio and on-site), a legal driver's license is required.
Salary based on experience. We offer an attractive vacation package with our business ethos encouraging a healthy work/life balance.
Please submit resume + portfolio to Amanda, [email protected] with subject: Technical Designer Application, by June 16, 2023.
We will be conducting interviews Thursday, June 22nd and Friday, June 23rd. The position will start mid-July; the exact date to be determined with the candidate.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Toronto, ON M6N 2Y8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- design: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M6N 2Y8
Application deadline: 2023-06-16
Expected start date: 2023-07-14
