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Duties

Architecture and engineering services (AES) offers a variety of expertise to guide the design, construction and stewardship of federal real property through quality advices, innovation and excellence in centered service delivery on customers. We work in areas including interior design, architecture, heritage building, energy efficiency, electricity, estimating, mechanics, maritime and costal engineering, electronic safety, fire safety, structure and information technologies.

In the field of architecture, a broad range of services are offered, including :

• Advisory and strategic services
• Technical and functional programs
• Design and preparation of plans and specifications
• Construction survey for in house projects
• Evaluation of services proposals and participation on various selection committees
• Feasibility studies and expertise reports
• Quality control
• Setting up general services contracts
• Participation in the analysis of claims
• Maintain regional expertise

Work environment

𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗣𝗦𝗣𝗖!
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) helps the Government of Canada serve Canadians. With a strong focus on quality customer service, we provide innovative common services such as real estate and building management, purchasing, banking, pay and pensions, and translation to other government departments, agencies, and boards. By providing these centralized services to departments and agencies, we enable them to focus on what they do best: providing their programs and services to Canadians.

At PSPC, our approach to inclusion is simple: we are committed to achieving a competent and representative workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population we serve, and strive to create a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment that enables collaboration and innovation. When you succeed, we all succeed.

Intent of the process

This process' intent is to staff two (2) positions.

A pool of partially-qualified candidates may be created through this process to staff identical or similar positions within Public Services and Procurement Canada, Quebec Region. These positions may be of varying duration, linguistic profiles, security requirements, and/or location depending on specific requirements.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION

A degree* in architecture from a recognized post-secondary institution.

*the term “degree” refers to a baccalaureate as established by educational authorities.

Degree equivalency

AND

PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION

Certified as a professional Architect in Canada.

EXPERIENCE

1 - Recent* and significant** experience as an architect in planning (for example needs definition, feasibility studies, expert opinions etc.) and in delivering the design and construction of works of varying complexity and scale related to new buildings and/or renovations, for different classes of buildings.

2 - Recent* and significant** experience as an architect in managing technical and professional services mandates (coordinating and evaluating the work of other speakers) of varying complexity and scale in the field of architecture.

3 - Experience in providing leadership and expert advice.

4 - Recent* and significant** experience in the use of AutoCad software.

* Recent experience means approximately 7 years of experience acquired within the past 10 years as an architect.

** Significant experience will be evaluated on the basis of the duration, scale, complexity and diversity of the work performed and the level of participation in diverse activities, direct responsibility for a wide variety of jobs or projects delivered.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

1 -Experience in developing or delivering projects based on the requirements of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building rating system or FitWell.

2 - Experience in using one of the following software : Revit, Sketchup, Navisworks, BIM Track, Bim360.

3 - Hold a LEED Canada certification

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
French essential
Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

1 - Knowledge of standards, codes, laws, regulations specific to his profession and his field of expertise.
2 - Knowledge of practices and techniques used in building design, construction and renovation.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES

1 - Strategic thinking- innovation through analysis and ideas
2 - Mobilisation of people
3 - Action management
4 - Communicate effectively orally
5 - Communicate effectively in writing

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

1 - Values and ethics – Serving through integrity and respect
2 - Client Service : Level 1
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The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates, who, at the time of application, self-declare* as belonging to one of the following designated Employment Equity groups: Women, Indigenous (Aboriginal) Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Members of Visible Minorities.

* We therefore encourage you to self-declare during the online application process by selecting the appropriate box under the Employment Equity section.

For further details, please refer to the “Other information” section.

Information on employment equity

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

Public Services and Procurement Canada is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities or women (in non-traditional occupations) could be considered.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

1 - Own a valid driver’s licence and be willing and able to move in accordance with the requirements of the position.
2 - Agree to work on an overtime basis, if necessary.
3 - Be able to move safely on a construction site or on an existing infrastructure site.
4 - Agree to travel by car, train or plane, in remote areas if necessary.

Conditions of employment

REQUIRED CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYEMENT

1 - Security Classification : Reliability Status
2 - Hold a license to practice from the Ordre des architectes du Québec.

N.B. Prior to his or her appointment, the successful candidate must be an accredited architect in the province of Quebec.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.