JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 13280
Number of Vacancies: 2
Department: Engineering (20000108) - Design - Architectural (30000230)
Salary Information: $115,570.00 - $144,526.20
Pay Scale Group: 10SA
Employment Type: Regular (Hybrid)
New or Existing Vacancy: New
Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday and Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: June 25, 2026
Last Day to Apply: July 6, 2026
Reports to: Chief Architect
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC’s new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:
Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.
Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.
The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.
We’re hiring (2) Senior Architects, to join our Engineering Department. In this role, you will plan, direct, coordinate and oversee the work of others in the Architectural Design Section; prepare design documents for new construction and renovation of various transit related facilities. You will ensure the technical accuracy/adequacy, safety, constructability, maintainability, cost effectiveness and timely completion of designs.
Come join our team during this exciting time!
- Direct and monitor the work of others in the preparation of contract documents.
- Establish the scope of work, set priorities, and prepare workplans.
- Lead multidisciplinary projects.
- Complete field investigations, studies, analyses, interpretations and reports, including construction review reports to the City as required.
- Direct and train Architectural Technologists and Design Draftspersons in the Architectural Design Section.
- Participate in the evaluation and review of proposals, submissions and tenders for related projects.
- Apply architectural seal and signature, as required by code.
- Assist in the day-to-day management of the section.
- Provide technical and engineering support and expertise to appropriate parties/staff as required.
Promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies.
- Communicate in a variety of mediums
- Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
- Use office technology, software and applications
- Manage human resources
- Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
- Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
- Apply analytical skills
- Completion of a University Degree in Architecture, or the equivalent, and experience working in progressively responsible positions as a registered Architect, including experience in transit facility design.
- Membership in good standing with the Ontario Association of Architects (with a professional seal) is mandatory.
- Thorough knowledge of architectural principles, methods and practices.
- Knowledge of design, specifications, construction and contracting techniques.
- In-depth knowledge of the Ontario Building Code combined with knowledge of provincial and municipal planning and zoning requirements.
- Strong familiarity with national and provincial construction related standards, codes and statutes as they relate to the transit system and its facilities.
- Sound judgement; highly developed problem-solving skills; and technical report writing skills.
- Strong working knowledge of CADD, as well as knowledge of computers and software relevant to the work, e.g. Excel, Word, CorelDraw.
- Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
- A hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
- One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
- A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
- Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.
Commitment to EDI
The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570 or
[email protected] . Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
General Prohibition in Hiring Process
The TTC is also committed to a fair hiring process based on job related qualifications, merit, and abilities. You are expected to write your own materials and provide your own qualifications and experiences during the hiring process. The TTC will not tolerate the use of artificial intelligence or external resources in any of your submissions or responses, or the disclosure of interview questions to others. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
- The use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tool including, but not limited to, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to generate or produce any information or materials to be submitted or any response to any assessment question or any interview question, is prohibited.
- All information and materials you submit, including resume, cover letter, and assessment responses, are your own original work without the use of any AI tool
- During any interview, your response to any interview question is your own without the use or assistance of any AI tool or any person.
- You will not disseminate or disclose to any person any interview question.
Should you breach the prohibition of AI tool use, or information dissemination or disclosure, you will be in violation of TTC’s hiring process and TTC may withdraw your application and may prohibit you from participation in the TTC hiring process.
Relatives of TTC Employees
The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
