Charles Kierulf, Principal
Architect AIBC, MRAIC

Charles is a trusted and sought-after advisor known for his dedication to client service and hands-on approach to projects. With over 27 years of experience, he has led a wide range of award-winning projects that have established dHKa's reputation for exceptional design. Working closely with both the Nanaimo and Victoria offices, he enjoys the Malahat on his motorcycle when the weather is good.
crk@dhk.ca

Glenn Hill, Principal
Architect AIBC
Glenn moved to the island from Vancouver in 2010 and joined dHK in 2014 to lead the Nanaimo office. He brings an enthusiastic and inclusive leadership style to his work and finds great reward in collaborating with clients and building strong relationships. Glenn enjoys technical climbs and gravity fed descents on his mountain bike and family ski days on Mt Washington.
gth@dhk.ca

Rob Whetter, Principal
Architect AIBC
Since moving from Vancouver in 2015, Rob has quickly established himself as a reliable and conscientious architect who brings a spirit of collaboration to every project. Rob specializes in large-scale projects, masterplanning, and both market and non-market housing. He can be found suiting up for early morning swell or spending time outdoors exploring the island with his family.
raw@dhk.ca

Peter de Hoog, Partner Emeritus
Architect AIBC, MRAIC

Peter is a respected and knowledgeable architect who brings a refined design sensibility to his work. He oversees everything from the design of challenging projects, to providing expertise on regulatory codes and building technology. Peter's dedication to quality design is matched only by his love for classical guitar.
pdh@dhk.ca

**Kisha Pellerin**
Business Manager, *Victoria & Nanaimo*
kmp@dhk.ca

**Paul Koopman**
Associate Architect AIBC, *Victoria*
pck@dhk.ca

**Gerald Rabbers**
Senior Project Manager, M.Sc., *Victoria*
gar@dhk.ca

**Nicolette Cowan**
Designer, Project Manager, Dip.ID, *Victoria*
nlc@dhk.ca

**Daniel Ogden**
Architectural Technologist, *Nanaimo*
dko@dhk.ca

**Claire Fontaine**
Associate Architect AIBC, *Nanaimo*
caf@dhk.ca

**Flemming Petersen**
Senior Project Manager, B.A., BEDS, M.Arch., *Victoria*
fwp@dhk.ca

**Eduardo de Santis**
Designer, Project Manager, Arch. & Urbanist CAU, *Victoria*
eds@dhk.ca

**Austin Werner**
Senior Architectural Technologist, *Nanaimo*
asw@dhk.ca

**Alex McCumber**
Associate Architect AIBC, LEED AP, *Victoria*
adm@dhk.ca

**Maria Turner**
Designer, Project Manager, BArch, MArch, *Nanaimo*
mat@dhk.ca

**Robert Ingram**
Senior Architectural Technologist, BIM Manager, *Victoria*
rci@dhk.ca

**Isha Shah**
Designer, *Victoria*
iss@dhk.ca

**Jessica Yarish**
Associate Architect AIBC, B.Ends, M.ARCH, *Victoria*
jly@dhk.ca

**Morgan Lesov**
Senior Project Manager, B.Env.D, Dip.Arch, *Victoria*
map@dhk.ca

**Tyler Davidson**
Senior Architectural Technologist, *Nanaimo*
tmd@dhk.ca

**Ellen Kierulf**
Contract Administration Manager, *Victoria & Nanaimo*
cat@dhk.ca

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

We are always on the lookout for talented people to expand our team. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications. Please attach your CV and/or portfolio with applicable position (listed below) in the email subject. Keep email attachments under 10MB. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SUBMIT CV

Location: Victoria
Position: Full-time
Education: Business administration certificate  or related diploma
Experience: Two years related project management experience construction or design industry  experience an asset
Accreditation: N/A 
Proficiencies
• Advanced computer skills - Word Excel, Web-based project management tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Multi-tasking, able to meet deadlines, adaptable, under stress
Responsibilities
• Support senior architects and projects across both offices (no travel necessary)
• Coordinate and track budgets, staffing, work plans and progress
• Assist in the creation and submission of proposals, fee letters, and architectural contracts
• Building permit and development permit application coordination
• Establish and maintain project file structure
• Communicate with clients, consultants, builders, municipalities
• Construction phase document coordination including: RFI distribution and tracking; shop drawing coordination; site instructions, change orders, progress claims
• Work independently with minimal supervision
Project Types
• Market multi-family
• Mixed-use
• Affordable housing
• Seniors housing & complex care
• Commercial
•Tenant Improvements
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Location: Victoria and Nanaimo
Position: Full-time
Education: Bachelors / Masters of Architecture and/or Architectural and Building Technology Diploma
Experience: 3-5 years Canadian experience
Accreditation: Intern AIBC or Architectural Technologist AIBC 
Proficiencies
• CAD: Revit and/or Vectorworks and Sketchup
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• BC Building Code, BC Energy Step Code
• Wood frame construction detailing
• Building envelope detailing
• Graphic production, preparation of preliminary design imagery 
Responsibilities
• Produce design and construction documentation and specifications
• Work with minimal supervision both independently and as part of a team, often balancing multiple projects
• Contract administration: Coordinate and review shop drawings and submittals, prepare site instructions, respond to RFI’s, administer change orders and perform field reviews
• Coordinate/communicate directly with clients, consultants and City officials
• Maintain and organize project records and filing consistent with office standards
Project Types
• Market multi-family
• Mixed-use
• Affordable housing
• Seniors housing & complex care
• Commercial
• Tenant Improvements
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Location: Victoria and Nanaimo
Position: Full-time
Education: Masters of Architecture or equivalent
Experience: 10 years Canadian experience leading large projects at least $20M construction value
Accreditation: Architect AIBC or Equivalent 
Proficiencies
• Ability to lead / manage / coordinate staff and work load
• Space planning, master planning
• Schematic design & visualization
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• BC Building Code, BC Energy Step Code
• CAD: Revit and/or Vectorworks and Sketchup
• Wood frame construction & building envelope best practices 
Responsibilities:
• Lead designer and project manager for multiple concurrent projects, working both independently and heading up small internal teams
• Translate Client/owner objectives into architectural design, continually tracking and updating project metrics.
• Maintain existing client relationships and help build new ones
• Responsible for the complete integration of all building systems and technical requirement with the architectural design
• Establish project schedules and milestones and then deliver work on time and budget
• Direct, organize, mentor, and inspire junior staff
• Make presentations to clients, panels, community groups, and councils
• Contract administration: Manage and coordinate shop drawings and submittal review, prepare site instructions, respond to RFI’s, administer change orders and perform field reviews
• Coordinate/communicate directly with clients, consultants and City officials
Project Types
• Market multi-family
• Mixed-use
• Affordable housing
• Seniors housing & complex care
• Commercial
• Tenant Improvements
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MEET THE TEAM

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES