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Location: North York, ON (5160 Yonge Street. Toronto, ON) HybridContract Duration: 12 months with a possibility of extension (extendable up to 2 additional years) or possibility of conversionWorking Hours: M-F 35 hours per weekRequirements: Must have/use own personal private computerJob Title: Design ArchitectSummary of Scope of Work and ResponsibilitiesGeneral Accountabilities Provides full, professional architectural design services on work associated with TTC facilities; ensures technical accuracy, compliance with all relevant codes and standards, adequacy of design, safety, constructability, maintainability, cost effectiveness, and timely completion of documents.The Design Architects will be required to provide full Architectural design services for transit related facilities. This involves: Directing and checking the work of Technologist, Design Draftspersons, and any other support staff assigned; Gathering information in both field and office; Preparing code compliance review related to new and existing facilities; Developing technical design reports, including schematic and preliminary designs; Managing design work according to approved work plans; Developing and preparing full contract documentation, acting as design lead where assigned; Checking and signing documentation where appropriate, and where required; Performing site reviews, and submitting reports as required by permit and code; Providing construction support, including review of shop drawings and contract submittals; Conducting regular field reviews, preparing deficiency reports; Coordinating the preparation and justification for anticipated contract changes; Providing support to Operations as required and as assigned; Providing support for updates to TTC Standards, as assigned; Conducting design and development reviews:Reviewing and commenting on design and technical documents prepared by consultants and the TTC Engineering Department;Reviewing development proposals on an as-needed basis for impact on standards. Maintaining registration with the OAA.Qualifications and ExperienceThe Design Architects will require the following qualifications and experience: A university degree in Architecture, combined with at least 10 years of work experience in complex multi-disciplinary projects. Registration with the Ontario Association of Architects as a Licensed Architect is mandatory. Experience in the transit facility design field considered an asset. Experience with MicroStation and Revit is considered an asset.