Senior Architect

AR4 Senior Architect

Regular/full-time

Department of Education and Early Childhood Learning

School Space Planning Branch, System Performance and Accountability

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45401

Salary(s): AR4 $88,759.00 - $115,843.00 per year

Closing Date: July 6, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

This position reports to the Executive Director of the School Space Planning Branch and is responsible for providing senior leadership to oversee internal architects, and/or technologists and/or project managers in support of strategic capital planning and prioritization for instructional space needs in K-12 public education assets.

The Senior Architect will be responsible for highly complex work and engagement with both internal and external stakeholders. The Senior Architect will have overall responsibility for the development and recommendation of architectural standards, the establishment of capital policies and frameworks governing space standards for K-12 public education assets. The position is responsible to ensure alignment of space standards with school educational program delivery needs, leading research, analysis, implementation, monitoring and planning of capital initiatives and provide recommendations on scope for new schools, major additions and renovation projects to support K-12 public education programming.

Why Work For Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security

• Attractive salaries
• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan

Benefit Plan

• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development

We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future

By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Essential

• Degree in Architecture from a recognized School of Architecture.
• Extensive experience in architectural design and construction as it relates to building architecture.
• Experience managing long range capital plans and/ or master plans.
• Experience in evaluating capital related programs and policies, assessing impact on project planning and implementation.
• Extensive knowledge of building science, codes, standards and architectural principles pertinent to architectural design and construction, through demonstrated practical experience.
• Knowledge and experience with facility assessments, functional programming, site analysis, scope development, and preparing related reports and evaluations.
• Project management experience, with the ability to lead formal projects or programs from inception to completion.
• High level of political acumen, judgment, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).

Desired

• Demonstrated architectural planning experience within the Manitoba Public Schools context.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must be licensed as a registered architect with The Manitoba Association of Architects (MAA). If registered in another Canadian jurisdiction, the member must be eligible for registration with the MAA through the Reciprocity Agreement of Canadian Architectural Licensing Authorities.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Drivers' Licence.
• Must be able to travel to various locations around the Province via air or ground transportation.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Records Check

Apply to

Advertisement # 45401

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9

Phone: 204-945-7518

Fax: 204-945-0601

Email: ***email_hidden***

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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