ARCHITECTURAL EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Parkin Architects Limited is an employee-owned, award-winning, architectural practice firm with a proven track record in practical, innovative and economical design.

During a history spanning some 60 years, Parkin has designed some of Canada’s most notable buildings. Parkin’s Vancouver, Toronto and Ottawa offices serve both Canadian and international clients with the immediacy and attention of a local service.

Parkin’s design influence can currently be found in eight of Canada’s provinces, and in Nunavut. The employee-owned firm is staffed with well over 140 experienced architects, designers, project managers, administrative staff, including LEED, Evidence-Based Design and LEAN accredited professionals, many of whom are dedicated to specific market sectors.

We believe in personalizing the design experience for clients and maintaining a hands-on approach to projects. Every project we undertake has the direct involvement of Directors and Principals.

Promoting mutual trust, we address the full scope of a facility’s operational requirements, from addressing technology and space needs to optimizing everyday movements, as well as employee health, well-being and productivity.

Our unique ability to provide truly meaningful services to our clients is largely derived from the partnerships that we foster with them.

Position Overview : As the Architectural Executive Assistant, you will directly assist the Executive Architect in their daily operations, managing schedules, coordinating projects, and facilitating effective communication within the architectural team, with external stakeholders and with company employees.

This role requires exceptional organizational skills, a high level of professionalism, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities : Calendar and Schedule Management : Manage the Executive Architect's calendar, schedule appointments, and arrange meetings, ensuring efficient time management and prioritization of tasks.

Coordinate and schedule internal and external meetings, conferences, and events, handling logistics, reservations, and travel arrangements as needed.

Anticipate scheduling conflicts and proactively resolve them, ensuring optimal use of the Executive Architect's time. Project Coordination and Communication : Collaborate closely with the Executive Architect on project-related activities, including monitoring project timelines, deliverables, and milestones.

Facilitate communication and coordination among the architectural team, clients, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure effective project execution.

Prepare and distribute project-related documents, reports, and presentations, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. Administrative Support : Assist the Executive Architect in drafting and editing correspondence, reports, and proposals, ensuring adherence to established standards and guidelines.

Manage and organize documents, files, and records, both in physical and electronic formats, maintaining a systematic filing system for easy retrieval.

Conduct research, compile data, and prepare relevant information for meetings, presentations, and reports. Timesheet and Expense Management : Manage the architect's timesheet, ensuring accurate recording of project hours and adherence to deadlines.

Collect, review, and process the architect's expense submissions, verifying receipts, categorizing expenses, and ensuring compliance with company policies.

Confidentiality and Discretion : Handle sensitive and confidential information with utmost professionalism and discretion, maintaining a high level of confidentiality at all times.

Exercise sound judgment and maintain a professional demeanour when dealing with sensitive issues or situations. Qualifications : Proven experience as an executive assistant or in a similar role, preferably in an architectural or design firm.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a keen attention to detail.

Proficient in using productivity tools, such as Microsoft Office Suite and project management software. Familiarity with architectural terminology, processes, and documentation is desirable.

Experience in managing timesheets and expense submissions is preferred. Experience using Microsoft Teams and Office suite is preferred Experience using ChatGPT or similar AI language models for message composition and editing is preferred.

Professionalism, integrity, and a high level of discretion when handling confidential information. Ability to work independently, take initiative, and anticipate needs, while also collaborating effectively within a team. Powered by JazzHR