Architect
Cushing Terrell · New Orleans, LA · 1 mo ago
Art & Creative$85k–$100k/yrFull-time
Position Responsibilities
- Lead projects from conception to completion, ensuring high-quality delivery
- Lead small project teams, reviewing work to maintain standards and provide guidance
- Translate project goals into a clear vision and produce original, engaging solutions
- Develop advanced technical skills, aesthetic awareness, collaboration techniques, and time management
- Contribute to studio leadership and support team processes, helping other team members grow in technical and career skills
- Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines for optimal project outcomes
- Maintain a broad understanding of the discipline; may be licensed or unlicensed
- Operate independently with sound judgment while escalating issues as appropriate
- Independently prepare and coordinate architectural drawings and BIM models across multiple project phases
- Lead the development of schematic design and design development concepts in collaboration with project leadership
- Review work for compliance with project requirements, building codes, and quality standards
- Coordinate architectural scope with engineering consultants and other disciplines
- Prepare and review construction documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and constructability
- Perform code analysis and support permitting and regulatory review processes
- Develop and refine construction cost estimates in collaboration with project teams
- Lead construction administration activities on small to medium projects, including submittal reviews, RFIs, and change orders
- Conduct site observations, prepare field reports, and support resolution of construction issues
- Review and mentor junior team members by providing clear direction and constructive feedback
- Maintain and develop internal and external client relationships
- Seal and sign permit documents on assigned projects
- May have supervisory responsibilities, including training, assigning and directing work, reviewing performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problems
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws
Required Qualifications
- NAAB-accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
- Current architectural license/registration
- 8+ years of progressive professional architectural experience
Preferred Qualifications
- LEED certification and/or passion for sustainability preferred