Senior Architectural Designer / Technical Lead

BCIN Designer or OAA Architect | AutoCAD & Revit | Residential & Commercial

Company: Robert Designs Inc.

Location: Kingston, Ontario

Position: Full-Time, Permanent

Starting Compensation: $30/hour or $60,000 annually, with opportunities for rapid performance-based advancement.

About Robert Designs Inc.

Robert Designs Inc. is a growing architectural and interior design firm based in Kingston, Ontario. We specialize in high-end residential design, custom homes, subdivision housing, low-rise developments, renovations, additions, secondary suites, and commercial architectural projects.

Our work ranges from residential renovations and custom homes to commercial interiors, building conversions, and larger architectural developments. We combine thoughtful design with practical construction knowledge and comprehensive technical documentation.

As our project portfolio and team continue to expand, we are seeking a highly experienced Senior Architectural Designer / Technical Lead to take a leadership role in our firm's architectural production, project delivery, and technical drawing standards.

About the Position

We are looking for an exceptionally skilled, highly productive architectural professional with advanced proficiency in both AutoCAD and Revit, strong Ontario Building Code knowledge, and extensive experience preparing residential and commercial architectural drawings.

This is a senior technical leadership position, not simply a drafting role.

The successful candidate will independently manage architectural projects from initial client consultation and site mapping through design development, permit submissions, and construction documentation.

You will also be responsible for overseeing drawing quality control, mentoring junior architectural drafters, improving production workflows, and maintaining the technical standards of our growing firm.

Exceptional drafting speed, accuracy, independent problem-solving, and professional client communication are essential.

We are seeking someone who can confidently take ownership of projects, efficiently produce comprehensive drawing packages, and help strengthen the technical capabilities of our entire team.

Key ResponsibilitiesArchitectural Design & Technical Drafting

- Independently prepare comprehensive architectural permit and construction drawing packages for residential and commercial projects.
- Produce accurate site plans, floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, building sections, wall sections, construction details, schedules, and technical notes.
- Demonstrate expert-level proficiency in both AutoCAD and Revit, including highly efficient drafting, modelling, detailing, and documentation workflows.
- Work across a variety of building types, including custom homes, subdivision developments, low-rise residential buildings, additions, renovations, secondary suites, and commercial projects.
- Translate design concepts into coordinated, technically accurate, permit-ready and construction-ready documentation.
- Apply Ontario Building Code requirements, including Part 9 and applicable Part 3 provisions.
- Coordinate architectural drawings with structural, mechanical, electrical, and other consultant documentation.
- Independently identify and resolve technical design, code compliance, and constructability challenges.
- Produce accurate, organized, and comprehensive drawing packages while maintaining exceptional drafting speed and efficiency.

Project Leadership & Client Communication
- Lead architectural projects from initial consultation through design development, permitting, and construction documentation.
- Conduct site visits, existing-condition surveys, building measurements, and site mapping.
- Independently assess project requirements, identify technical challenges, and develop appropriate design solutions.
- Communicate directly and professionally with clients to review design concepts, discuss technical requirements, and provide project updates.
- Confidently lead client meetings and explain architectural drawings, design decisions, and construction considerations.
- Coordinate with contractors, engineers, consultants, and municipal building departments.
- Prepare responses to municipal permit review comments and coordinate required drawing revisions.
- Manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining project timelines, drawing quality, and production efficiency.
- Take ownership of assigned projects, proactively identify missing information, and drive projects toward completion with minimal supervision.

Technical Leadership & Quality Control As a senior member of our team, you will play an important role in maintaining and improving the firm's overall technical production standards.

Responsibilities include





- Drawing Quality Control: Oversee the technical accuracy, completeness, consistency, and quality of architectural drawings produced by the firm.
- Junior Staff Development: Mentor, train, and support junior architectural designers and drafters in improving their technical knowledge, software proficiency, accuracy, and drafting efficiency.
- Technical Review: Review drawing packages prepared by other team members, identify deficiencies, and provide clear direction for corrections and improvements.
- Production Efficiency: Help establish efficient drafting workflows, improve project turnaround times, and reduce unnecessary revisions and production bottlenecks.
- Drawing Standards: Maintain and improve AutoCAD and Revit templates, drawing conventions, construction details, schedules, file organization, and internal documentation procedures.
- Team Coordination: Assist with assigning technical drafting tasks, monitoring progress, and maintaining production schedules.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve productivity, drawing consistency, technical coordination, and overall project delivery.

The successful candidate will be expected to lead by example, demonstrating exceptional technical proficiency, productivity, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

- Professional Qualifications: BCIN-qualified designer or OAA-licensed architect, with qualifications appropriate to the intended scope of work.
- AutoCAD Expertise: Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, with extensive experience producing complete architectural permit and construction drawing packages.
- Revit Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Revit, including modelling, technical detailing, documentation, schedules, and productive drawing production.
- Architectural Experience: Strong professional experience preparing architectural drawings for residential and commercial construction, including low-rise buildings and subdivision developments.
- Ontario Building Code Knowledge: Strong practical understanding of Part 9 and familiarity with applicable Part 3 building requirements.
- Construction Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of building assemblies, structural systems, wood-frame construction, architectural detailing, and construction methods.
- Independent Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage architectural projects from initial site assessment through design development, permitting, and construction documentation.
- Exceptional Drafting Productivity: Ability to produce accurate, coordinated, and comprehensive drawing packages quickly and efficiently without compromising quality.
- Quality Control: Strong ability to critically review architectural drawings, identify errors, and ensure consistency and completeness.
- Leadership Ability: Experience mentoring, supervising, or providing technical guidance to junior architectural staff.
- Professional Communication: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, including the ability to confidently conduct client meetings and coordinate with contractors, consultants, and municipal reviewers.
- Organization & Accountability: Ability to independently manage multiple projects, prioritize deadlines, solve technical problems, and maintain a high standard of work.

Preferred Qualifications & Additional Assets The following qualifications and experience are considered valuable assets:
- OAA architectural licensure.
- Structural engineering qualifications or experience with structural design and analysis.
- Advanced BCIN qualifications, including Small Buildings and Large Buildings.
- Experience with residential subdivision developments, production housing, and low-rise multi-unit residential buildings.
- Experience with Ontario Building Code Part 3 commercial and residential projects.
- Experience coordinating multidisciplinary architectural and engineering documentation.
- Experience with construction administration and contractor coordination.
- Experience with architectural interior detailing, custom millwork, and high-end residential design.
- SketchUp, Enscape, or other architectural visualization software proficiency.
- Experience developing drafting standards, templates, quality-control procedures, and efficient production systems.
- Previous experience leading a technical drafting team or overseeing architectural production in a design firm.





Who We're Looking For We are looking for a highly capable architectural professional who takes pride in both the quality and efficiency of their work.

The ideal candidate can meet with a client, understand their project requirements, conduct site measurements, develop an appropriate architectural solution, and efficiently produce the complete technical documentation necessary for permitting and construction.

You should be equally comfortable working independently on complex drawing packages and providing technical direction to junior members of the team.

You understand how buildings are constructed, can confidently interpret and apply the Ontario Building Code, and possess the technical judgment necessary to identify and resolve problems before they become construction or permitting issues.

Most importantly, you are fast, accurate, organized, and accountable.

We value professionals who

- Produce exceptional technical drawings efficiently.
- Take ownership of their projects and follow through to completion.
- Identify solutions rather than simply identifying problems.
- Communicate confidently and professionally with clients.
- Maintain high standards of drawing quality and technical accuracy.
- Enjoy mentoring junior staff and developing stronger technical teams.
- Continuously seek opportunities to improve production workflows.
- Thrive in a growing firm where individual performance and initiative make a meaningful difference.

This is not an entry-level drafting position. We are seeking an experienced technical leader capable of independently delivering projects while strengthening the productivity and quality of our architectural team. Compensation & Career Advancement

Starting Compensation: $30.00/hour or $60,000 annually, depending on qualifications and employment arrangement.

Robert Designs Inc. is a growing firm that recognizes and rewards exceptional performance, technical expertise, and initiative.

This position offers significant opportunity for rapid compensation advancement based on demonstrated productivity, technical independence, drawing quality, and leadership contributions.

We place particular emphasis on three primary performance measures:

1. Drawing Production Speed & Efficiency The ability to consistently produce accurate, comprehensive architectural drawing packages quickly, efficiently, and within established project budgets.

2. Technical Quality Control

Maintaining exceptional drafting standards, minimizing errors and revisions, and ensuring the overall accuracy, completeness, and consistency of the firm's architectural documentation.

3. Leadership & Junior Staff Development

Effectively mentoring junior drafters, strengthening their technical capabilities, and improving the productivity and quality of the broader architectural team.

Additional performance considerations include independent project management, client communication, accountability, and contributions to the firm's overall operational efficiency.

Performance Reviews & Advancement

Compensation will be reassessed based on demonstrated performance, with an initial review following the three-month introductory period and additional opportunities for advancement as responsibilities, productivity, and leadership contributions increase.

Exceptional performers will have opportunities for accelerated compensation growth and increased leadership responsibilities.

We are seeking someone who wants to build a long-term career with a growing architectural design firm and who is motivated by the opportunity to directly influence their professional advancement through measurable performance.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

- A current resume outlining relevant professional experience and qualifications.
- A portfolio demonstrating residential and commercial architectural projects.
- Examples of completed AutoCAD and Revit architectural drawing packages.
- Examples of permit or construction documentation demonstrating technical drafting ability.
- Details of current BCIN qualifications, OAA licensure, or other relevant professional credentials.

Applicants should clearly identify their proficiency in both AutoCAD and Revit and provide examples of projects they have independently managed or technically led. Candidates demonstrating exceptional drafting proficiency, strong Ontario Building Code knowledge, independent project leadership, and experience mentoring junior staff will receive priority consideration.

Join Robert Designs Inc. and take a leading role in shaping the technical standards, project delivery, and continued growth of our firm.

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate

- Kingston, ON K7M 6V8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Senior Architectural Designer / Technical Drafter (Kingston)
🏢 Robert Designs
📍 Kingston