Michael Votruba

Experience

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  Stantec

  May 2003 - Dec 2003

  Intern Architect

  While at Stantec Architects Michael worked on a number of hospital design and master plan projects including:Hotel Dieu Hospital Master Plan, St. Catharines, ONSt. Joseph’s Hospital LTC & ICC Addition, Cornwall, ONSt. Peter’s Hospital, Hamilton, ON

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  McCallum Sather Architects Inc.

  Apr 2004 - Sept 2004

  Intern Architect

  As intern architect and designer at McCallum Sather Architects Michael completed a range of work for various institutions including:City of Hamilton District School Board Renovations, Hamilton, ONHamilton General Hospital Rehabilitation Center, Hamilton, ONMcMaster MUMSI, Hamilton, ON

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  Diamond and Schmitt Architects

  Jan 2005 - Jun 2006

  Intern Architect

  While at Diamond and Schmitt Architects as an intern architect Michael worked on a number of residential high rise and institutional projects including:Russel Hill Retirement Home, Toronto, ONHudson Condo, Toronto, ONGrand Theatre, Kingston, ONUniversity of Toronto Forestry Department Biocomposite Research Center, Toronto, ONBanff Art Center Master Plan, Banff, AB

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  University of Waterloo

  Jan 2008 - Apr 2008

  Studio Assistant

  Michael led tutorials and critiques on design and mapping in the CONVOY Studio. The studio focused on mapping and visualization of energy and mobility infrastructure across North America.

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  Sweeny &Co Architects Inc.

  Jun 2008 - Dec 2014

  While at &Co Architects Michael completed a number of high profile commercial mixed use projects for developer clients. As senior design architect, he managed the design and implementation of high rise and master planned commercial developments. With his advanced skills in visualization and building information modelling (BIM) he developed the design intent of the projects and coordinated with the technical team and sub consultants. Michael also managed the production of marketing packages and leasing material on a number of commercial mixed use projects including Sun Life Financial Headquarters and Union Center in Toronto's Central Business District. Select projects while at &Co as project architect include:Sun Life Financial Corporate Headquarters, Toronto, ONUnion Center Office Development, Toronto, ONSpectrum Square Master Plan, Mississauga, ONQueen Richmond Center West, Toronto, ONAt &Co Michael had completed work for clients such as: HOOPP, Menkes Developments Limited. Allied Properties REIT, Canadian Tire REIT, and CBRE Show less Michael worked on a range of urban design and master planning projects while at &Co Architects. His professional experience included urban intensification, preparing master plans, preparing ZBA submissions, preparing site plan applications, completing urban design guidelines, developing feasibility studies, planning parks and open space, and architectural design. On urban design projects, Michael specialized in working with BIM to develop design, visualization, and site statistics for large scale master plans. Mike helped win urban design and planning awards on a number of projects including the following:2012 CIP Award for Planning Excellence: Saskatoon’s City Centre Plan Phase 1, 2011 Premier’s Award for Excellence in Community Planning, Saskatchewan Design Council, Saskatoon’s City Centre Plan Phase 12011 Toronto Urban Design Award, Vision and Master Plan Honorable Mention, OCAD Capital Master Plan2009 Toronto Urban Design Award, Vision and Master Plan Honorable Mention, Lawrence HeightsRevitalization Development Concept Plan Select projects while working at &Co as an urban designer include:Saskatoon Public Realm Study, Saskatoon, SKOCAD Capital Master Plan, Toronto, ONBirchcliff Quarry Lands Master Plan, Toronto, ONWest Don Lands Block Plan, Toronto, ONNewmarket Visualization, Massing and Height Study, Newmarket, ONAt &Co as an urban designer Michael completed work for clients such as OCAD, OPG, Waterfront Toronto, Build Toronto, City of Toronto, City of Saskatoon, and City of Newmarket Show less

  • Senior Designer, Project Architect

    Jan 2011 - Dec 2014

  • Urban Designer, Job Captain

    Jun 2008 - Jan 2011
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  Stantec

  Dec 2014 - Nov 2017

  Senior Urban Designer, Project Manager

  As Senior Urban Designer at Stantec Michael managed a range of project types from master plans to mixed-use buildings. With his versatile architecture and planning experience he worked with both private and public sector clients to create sustainable buildings and communities. Michael designed mixed-use urban developments that will leverage future potential for community and client stakeholders. His focus was on creating vibrant and sustainable projects where he provided the architectural design, master planning, and urban design rationale. His other areas of expertise included urban design guidelines and planning reports that recommended how to create great communities and public spaces. Select projects at Stantec included:Booth Street Complex Redevelopment Master Plan, Ottawa, ONWest Five Master Plan and Urban Design Guidelines, London, ONTampa Arena District Master Plan: Development Control Study, Tampa, FLAzure Condos, London, ON Show less

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  City of Mississauga

  Nov 2017 - Jan 2023

  As Urban Designer at the City of Mississauga, Michael was responsible for design review of a range of project types, urban design guidance on special planning projects, and was the coordinator of the Mississauga Urban Design Advisory Panel (MUDAP).

  • Mississauga Urban Design Advisory Panel (MUDAP) Coordinator

    Feb 2018 - Jan 2023

  • Urban Designer

    Nov 2017 - Jan 2023
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  Metrolinx

  Jun 2018 - now

  Metrolinx Design Advisory Panel (MDAP) Member
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  City Of Hamilton

  Jan 2023 - now

  Program Lead Urban Design, Heritage and Urban Design