Architect - Commercial

Are you a commercial architect with Revit experience seeking an amazing role? The successful candidate for this mid-level Architect position has a minimum of 5+ years of experience managing small to mid-size projects, and will demonstrate the following: excellent communication/organization skills among team members, sub-consultants and clients; ability to manage multiple projects during all phases; strong understanding and approach to project delivery for all phases and disciplines; ability to foster positive energy, collaboration on project teams; ability to manage technical/production/personnel issues.

This individual will be a member of a client-focused, multi-disciplinary design team of landscape architects, architects, engineers, and planners. Candidates should be well organized and self-motivated to work effectively, both independently and in a team-based environment. Design and graphic skills are required.

Come join our team!

Under the supervision of higher-level staff, the Architect will oversee assigned architectural activities and projects for the firm; contribution to design advancement and problem solving; perform the full range of professional architecture activities as assigned by the Director of Architecture; supervise junior level architecture staff.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Coordination with clients and a multi-disciplinary design team (design consultants, professional and technical staff, contractors, and subcontractors), including day to day communication;
• Develop, implement, and oversee the preparation of design;
• Work with other management staff on scheduling and production of projects from concept to construction closeout, utilizing both in-house and consultant resources to ensure that work is completed in accordance with other programs and project deadlines, and is performed within budget and on schedule;
• Consult with the design team, clients, and other stakeholders to obtain input, resolve problems, discuss and coordinate related developments, and explain projects and programs;
• Review project documents for quality and conformity to professional standards, applicable codes and regulations, environmental requirements and standards for accessibility, as well as best practices and quality expectations;
• Perform and/or manage the preparation and review of contract drawings and specifications;
• Prepare graphics and presentations to communicate design intent for internal and public presentations;
• Review and approve architectural plans, estimates, and specifications, contract changes, construction submittals and RFIs, and contractor payments.
• Oversee contractor work activities, review work-in-progress, ensuring that work is completed in accordance with plans and contracts;
• Assist with the preparation of proposal documents: prepare scope of work and draft fees, including the review of technical components;

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture. The preferred candidate should be registered/licensed in the State of NY, or be able to seek reciprocal registration from another state;
• Proficiency in Revit, Microsoft Office, and Google email/calendar products;
• Experience in report and proposal writing, billing, and budgeting;
• Prior project and staff management experience;
• Experience taking projects from concept design through the contract documents and construction phases;
• Demonstrate dependability, positive attitude and strong work ethic;
• Demonstrate sound analytical, research, writing and oral communication skills;
• Demonstrate ability to provide construction observation and report on field conditions;
• Possess reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Desired Skill Sets:

• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign);
• Working knowledge or proficiency in SketchUp or other 3D modeling software;
• Rendering capabilities (by hand or utilizing software);
• Proof of US citizenship or permanent resident status.

So if you're a commercial Architect with Revit experience please apply today!