Alain Bisson
Ottawa
Summary
A professional graduate of Algonquin College’s Technologist and Green Architecture program, with over 14 years of experience in institutional, commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part Time Professor
Algonquin College
05.2025 - Current
- Teach Revit I to second-year students in the Architectural Technology Program.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills to deliver clear and effective instruction.
- Designed interactive and engaging lectures to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Maintained curriculum alignment with academic standards through regular course reviews and updates.
- Assessed student performance through grading of tests and assignments, with timely feedback and uploads.
Senior Architectural Technologist
OGC LTD
02.2019 - Current
- Accredited Architectural Technologist with AATO membership
- Lead and manage a team of architectural designers, ensuring project cohesion and efficiency.
- Serve as a listed officer with the Home Construction Regulatory Authority, overseeing Tarion warranties.
- Prepare and submit minor variance applications, and represent clients at Committee of Adjustment hearings.
- Collaborate and coordinate effectively with consultants, subcontractors, City planners, plans examiners, and staff in the review of policies and zoning by-laws.
- Enhance client satisfaction by addressing technical concerns promptly, ensuring clarity and resolution throughout project phases.
- Produce high-quality, accurate technical drawings using Revit software, ensuring precise representation of architectural designs.
- Produced drawings, specifications and submittal packages.
Senior Technologist
Arca-Verde
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Prepare site plan control, minor variance, and building permit documentation.
- Collaborate with consultants and engineers to organize and coordinate project requirements.
- Develop National Master Specifications and tender documents for project bidding.
- Design residential projects that meet Passive House standards, ensuring sustainability and energy efficiency.
Technologist
Architecture 49 Inc
01.2012 - 12.2015
- Manage medium-scale projects across South Eastern Ontario, ensuring seamless execution and delivery.
- Prepare contract documents for large-scale projects across Canada, maintaining compliance and quality.
- Collaborate with consultants to effectively organize and coordinate project milestones.
- Hold secret-level clearance, contributing to public works projects with a focus on confidentiality and security.
- Oversee construction administration tasks during active construction phases to ensure project alignment and quality control.
- Utilize Revit regularly, advancing proficiency to enhance design and documentation efficiency.
- Successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting strict deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
Education
Diploma - Green Architecture
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON05.2012
Diploma - Architectural Technologist
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON05.2011
High School Diploma -
Ecole Secondaire La Citadelle
Cornwall, ON06.2008
Skills
- Revit
- AutoCAD
- Chief Architect
- Microsoft Office
- Teamwork
- Adobe Photoshop
- Research & Strategy
- Communication
- Integrated Design
- Efficiency
- Time Management
LANGUAGES
English - Writing
Native or Bilingual
English - Speaking
Native or Bilingual
French - Writing
Limited Working
French - Speaking
Professional Working
Affiliations
- Association of Architectural Technologist of Ontario - Architectural Technologist M.A.A.T.O
Certification
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
- General/Legal
- Small Buildings
- Large Buildings
- HVAC House
- House
Timeline
Part Time Professor
Algonquin College
05.2025 - Current
Senior Architectural Technologist
OGC LTD
02.2019 - Current
Senior Technologist
Arca-Verde
01.2016 - 12.2019
Technologist
Architecture 49 Inc
01.2012 - 12.2015
Diploma - Green Architecture
Algonquin College
Diploma - Architectural Technologist
Algonquin College
High School Diploma -
Ecole Secondaire La Citadelle