We have an opportunity in our Vancouver office for a Project Architect / Project Manager to join our team.

Welcome to Kasian, where almost 40 years of design excellence has sparked a passion for transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences. Our passion is strengthening connections between people and places by creating built environments that inspire and improve lives. With offices across Canada, we leverage the experience of our 250+ Kasian team members to deliver innovative and unique design solutions in multiple market sectors: commercial, workplace, healthcare, senior living, industrial, transportation, post-secondary and other public opportunities.

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate

Senior Project Architect / Project Manager to join our

Toronto team and play a key role in delivering complex, high-profile aviation projects.

Large-scale project experience is essential for this opportunity.

Working alongside our project and design leaders, you’ll take the lead on projects of varying scale and complexity, guiding them from early design through successful delivery. You’ll bring robust design thinking and technical expertise, keep teams and consultants aligned, and build trusted relationships with clients while ensuring their goals remain at the heart of the project.

Beyond project delivery, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact on the team itself—mentoring and supporting designers, sharing your expertise, and helping grow Kasian’s aviation and design capabilities.

Here’s what you’ll be doing at Kasian:

Plan

Help shape new opportunities by responding to RFPs and EOIs

Prepare fee proposals, agreements, and design contracts

Set projects up for success by defining scope, work plans, schedules, drawing requirements, budgets, and team resources

Plan ahead for project staffing and workload, working with teams across the firm to make sure the right resources are in place

Deliver

Keep projects moving by setting priorities, assigning work,



and making sure the team understands key deliverables, timelines, and expectations

Lead and support project teams through design and construction documentation, creating opportunities for team members to grow along the way

Coordinate consultant work to make sure drawings, specifications, project requirements, and client expectations stay aligned

Keep a close eye on project budgets, fees, schedules, and overall profitability

Manage additional service requests, including fee discussions with clients when project scope changes

Stay on top of invoicing, project time, expenses, and consultant invoices

Help identify and manage project risks before they become bigger issues

Oversee key zoning, by-law, and Building Code reviews

Support contract administration, including site reviews, deficiency reports, certificates of payment, and letters of assurance

Keep project documentation and records organized and up to date

Coordinate with authorities having jurisdiction throughout the project

Lead design and production meetings, keeping teams aligned and decisions moving forward

Mentor team members and share your project management experience

Build strong client relationships through clear communication, responsiveness, and trusted project leadership

Review

Keep a pulse on project performance, quality, budget, scope, and schedule, flagging concerns early and working with the Project Director to find solutions

Regularly review project delivery and make adjustments when needed to keep things on track

Coordinate peer reviews at key project milestones





Make sure the agreed project scope is being delivered and communicate any changes with the client and Project Director

Lead project wrap-up conversations and share lessons learned with the Project Delivery Group and Directors so the whole team benefits from the experience

Here’s what you bring to Kasian:

A degree or diploma in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Interior Design, or a related field

Ideally, professional registration with a provincial regulatory body and the ability to sign and seal applicable instruments of service

Experience with Design-Build and other alternative project delivery methods

8+ years of project management experience within Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field, with large-scale project experience is essential

Familiarity with how BC healthcare authorities work and deliver projects is a strong asset A good understanding of permit applications and approval processes

Proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit experience is a plus

Comfortable using project management and project delivery tools; MS Project experience is an asset

Proven ability to keep projects moving and deliver against tight schedules

Strong communication and people skills, with a collaborative leadership style

Someone who enjoys mentoring and supporting the growth of others

Highly organized, able to juggle multiple priorities, and comfortable working in a fast-paced project environment

What We Offer

A creative and collaborative environment

Competitive salary and annual performance reviews

Mentorship programs and career growth opportunities

Flexibility and work-life balance in a values-driven workplace

Salary starts at $110,000+ per annum, based on a 40-hour workweek. Actual compensation is subject to variations due to education, experience, and skill set.

If you’re an experienced Senior Project Architect or Project Manager who thrives on complex challenges, collaboration, and delivering large-scale projects, we’d love to hear from you.

📌 Project Architect / Project Manager (Senior) (Winnipeg)
🏢 Kasian Architecture Interior Design and Planning
📍 Winnipeg