Are you driven by impact?
At hcma, we want to live in a world where people feel connected to their communities. Where we can work together to make a lasting difference to the issues that matter. Design alone can’t fix them. Nor strategy, architecture, or engagement. But together, our combined expertise can make a difference.
Bring your curiosity
Curiosity is a big part of our approach, because it helps us create the lasting impact we want to see in the world. Our Tilt curiosity lab is just one of the many ways we encourage each other to challenge conventions and explore new thinking. Curious to learn more? Check out our job ads listings or email us at careers@hcma.ca.
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Environmental Graphic Designer
Salary Range: $77,000 - $98,000 annually
Who is design for? At hcma, we’re asking big questions about how we can help solve some of the world’s wicked challenges, through design. We create buildings, brands and shared experiences that connect people – all driven by a genuine spirit of curiosity and care.
We are interdisciplinary by intention. Designers, architects, researchers, strategists and others, all working together to create the lasting change we want to see in our communities.
And that’s where (we hope!) you come in.
About the Role
We’re looking for an Environmental Graphic Designer to join our Communication Design Team, with a focus on environmental graphics, wayfinding, signage, and placemaking within built-environment projects.
You’ll collaborate closely with both communication designers and architectural teams, helping shape projects from early strategy through to fabrication and installation. You’ll bring creative leadership, technical depth, and a strong understanding of materials and fabrication along with a passion for designing inclusive, accessible, and sustainable environments.
This role offers the opportunity to elevate environmental graphic design within hybrid architectural projects and help grow our profile both internally and externally.
What You’ll Do
- Contribute to research, strategy development, and site assessments
- Develop wayfinding systems, signage programs, placemaking identities, and environmental graphics
- Create and present strong conceptual narratives to internal teams and clients
- Translate concepts into detailed, fabrication-ready documentation
- Collaborate with architects and consultants to integrate graphics into drawing sets
- Review shop drawings and conduct site visits to ensure design intent is realized
- Engage fabricators and vendors for costing and technical input
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to team growth and knowledge-sharing
- Support business development and profile-building efforts where appropriate
What You’ll Bring
- Undergraduate or Master’s Degree in Communication Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Industrial Design, Architecture or similar
- 5+ years of experience in environmental graphic design, from concept through construction documentation
- A creative flair and strong creative voice paired with technical confidence
- Deep knowledge of signage systems, materials, and fabrication processes
- Experience coordinating with architectural teams and reading drawing sets
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite; CAD proficiency (Rhino is an asset)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strategic thinking and a high level of organization and attention to detail
- A collaborative, proactive mindset
Compensation and Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:
- Extended health and dental coverage
- Transportation allowance
- Professional development support
- Paid vacation + firm holidays
- A creative, collaborative and lively studio environment and culture
- Office and firm-wide social events
Why Join Us?
If you’re excited by the opportunity to contribute your skills and be part of a thoughtful, collaborative team doing meaningful work, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your resume, portfolio and cover letter about what you’re passionate about and why hcma feels like the right next step for you, to careers@hcma.ca. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. We’ll be in touch with those selected for an interview.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations or support to apply, please contact careers@hcma.ca or call 604.732.6620, we’re happy to help.
Project Manager, Communication Design
Who is design for? At hcma, we’re asking big questions about how we can help solve some of the world’s wicked challenges, through design. We create buildings, brands and shared experiences that connect people – all driven by a genuine spirit of curiosity and care.
We are interdisciplinary by intention. Designers, architects, researchers, strategists and others, all working together to create the lasting change we want to see in our communities.
And that’s where (we hope!) you come in.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Project Manager to join our Communication Design team, helping bring ideas to life through thoughtful, well-managed delivery.
You’ll lead a portfolio of projects of varying scale and complexity, guiding them from initial brief through to completion, while collaborating closely with designers, project leads, and clients. Beyond delivery, you’ll help evolve our practice by strengthening team processes, tools, and templates.
Proposal Specialist
We are searching for a strategic, business-minded marketer and storyteller who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This role requires a proactive self-starter who takes ownership of the proposal process from start to finish, ensuring both full compliance with RFP requirements while shaping clear, compelling submissions that reflect our perspective and differentiate our work.
Our team excels because we see every proposal as an opportunity to connect and make an impact. We’re looking for someone who is driven to continually raise the bar and create winning proposals.
Leading an interdisciplinary proposal team made up of senior leaders, the Proposal Specialist pairs strong project management skills with a proven ability to multitask and communicate effectively. A strong writer, strategic editor, and skilled designer, they are responsible for compiling high-quality proposal documents.
Reporting to the Director of Marketing, this role will join a congenial team of marketers, while also working closely with Principals and other firm leaders.
