Project Architect

As an Architect II/III at our client, you will collaborate with Principal/Senior Architects and Project Managers to develop appropriate design solutions, work to assist clients through the planning and creation of fiscally responsible, award-winning designs. You will manage multiple architectural projects from the conception stage through construction and completion; ensuring teams meet quality, schedule, contractual and budget goals, while leading and mentoring others through collaboration.

You should possess strong knowledge of healthcare and/or higher education design, trends, and construction administration. Proven experience supervising and leading a team of Designers, Architects and Architects-in-Training, Engineering disciplines and Consultants. This position requires knowledge of architectural projects concerning unique and varied complexities that significantly impact CSHQA. Well-developed project management, client management and/or marketing abilities will be key to your success. In addition, you will use your partnering and relationship-building skills to establish new and manage existing client relations; coordinating communication among all parties involved to maintain a project workload for business continuity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Project Architect II

• Lead design discussions and development of drawings, modeling and 3D renderings based upon those discussions, ensuring the design intent of the project is incorporated into the detailed documentation.
• Guide specification set-up and drawing coordination, research and appropriate use of CSHQA standards.
• Develop, check and coordinate technical aspects of the design of a project or multiple projects assuming responsibility for finished plans, specifications and QA/QC.
• May participate in business development meetings with team leaders to target specified project, client or market opportunities.
• Guide the work of less experienced architects and architects-in-training.

Senior Architect III

• Deliver design sensitive projects on schedule and within budget while making authoritative decisions and recommendations of significant impact related to the project.
• Lead design discussions and development of drawings, modeling and 3D renderings based upon those discussions, ensuring the design intent of the project is incorporated into the detailed documentation.
• Oversee specification set-up and drawing coordination, research and appropriate use of CSHQA standards.
• Manage and coordinate technical aspects of the design of multiple projects assuming responsibility for finished plans, specifications and QA/QC.
• Develop and manage project scope, budgets, schedules, QA/QC reviews and client expectations ensuring that cost, customer service, quality, schedule and safety are incorporated into the design from commencement through completion.
• Communicate and coordinate with other architects, owners, engineering disciplines, vendors, consultants, governmental agencies, etc. throughout the design phase of the building project.
• Manage the preparation of construction documents and direct the construction administration phase.
• Lead ongoing business development activities including project proposal preparation.
• Evaluate and select architectural and engineering consultants.
• Lead marketing, contractual, design and production meetings.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree of Architecture.
• Must be a licensed/registered architect in any jurisdiction.
• A minimum of 8-10 years’ design experience including managing projects and proficient knowledge in healthcare and/or higher education projects, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards.
• Strong portfolio to demonstrate architectural skills in both design and construction documents.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines.
• Working knowledge of buildingSMART, Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD).
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup, and InDesign graphic software.
• NCARB accreditation.

• One of the best Packages in AEC Industry

• • Base + Bonus
  • 401k match
  • Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP-they are owner in the firm)
  • M/D/V + Life + Disability
  • 4 weeks of PTO accrual + 9 Paid Holidays
  • Hybrid work Environment

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