Real Estate Development - Design Project Manager

THE TEAM 

The mission of the Architecture Department is to develop and manage the comprehensive designs, drawings and documentation for our spaces.   

THE OPPORTUNITY 

Aritzia is growing and our Architecture team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for developing the creative vision, executing the architectural drawing sets, and ensuring they are brought to life in the build. You will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining relationships with cross-functional partners to seamlessly manage and execute the architectural vision for all projects, supporting in coaching and development opportunities to improve the people & processes required to deliver complete, accurate, and on-time projects to the full realization of the design. With people at the heart of everything we do, you will support your high-potential people to grow rewarding careers at Aritzia—while enjoying one yourself.  

THE ROLE 

As the Design Project Manager, Architecture you will lead the team to: 

• Work with the appropriate Business Support partners to seamlessly lead the day-to-day function of the department in support of corporate objectives, while enabling progressive career development and an incredible employee experience. 

• Ensure our designs meet all regulatory, code and permitting requirements.  

• Design, manage and coordinate all external design documentation.  

• Develop and manage all technical design documentation as it relates to functional drawing sections.  

• Design and maintain catalogues across all specialty elements for all spaces while continuously innovating our designs and approach.  

• Develop and integrate technical solutions and tools that increase efficiency and standardize our design approach.  

• Coordinate all drawings ensuring the design intent is realized and to validate they are accurately executed on in the build.  

THE QUALIFICATIONS  

The Design Project Manager, Architecture has: 

• Proven skills, education, and/or applicable certifications in the best practices and applications of CAD and REVIT software, AEC applications and building technologies.  

• A commitment to learn and apply Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles. 

• The ability to collaborate fluently with cross-functional partners. 

• A commitment to quality and investing in results that add value to the business. 

THE COMPENSATION  

The typical hiring range for this position is $90,000 – $125,000 CAD per year. The final agreed upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience. 

We are always looking for top talent - if your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications. 

Aritzia’s Everyday Luxury compensation package goes beyond the base salary with endless growth and recognition opportunities through our pay-for-performance philosophy.  Along with comprehensive benefits, aspirational workspaces and elevated employee perks and experiences - we provide it all. 

THE PERKS 

Some of the industry-leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia: 

• Product Discount – Maybe you’ve heard of our famous product discount? Or our exclusive private shopping events? You have now. 

• A-OK Commissary & Café – Everyday Luxury dining, exclusive to Aritzia. Our in-house bistro and café are a private oasis where employees can enjoy curated, subsidized Everyday Luxury dining. 

• The SET – Our in-office fitness studio and gym with state-of-the-art equipment, custom-created classes, and optional personal training. Open 7 days a week, works out well. 

• Aritzia Virtual Wellness – Because your health, happiness, and safety matter – 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals, be it physical, mental, social, or financial. 

• Aspirational Workplace – Our offices are specially designed to be spaces of creativity, productivity, and inspiration. They’re also dog friendly. Woof. 

• Amenities – Additional amenities include a private parent’s room, shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences, bike rooms, and more. 

• The Extras – We also offer a multitude of other perks like dry-cleaning, hotel and restaurant discounts, self-care promos and on-site medical care.