Architectural Staff II

About the role

Architectural Staff II at Huitt-Zollars' Albuquerque office. Supports Architects, Project Managers and Designers in preparing design and construction drawings and assisting in construction administration for various projects.

Responsibilities

• Simultaneously works on a minimum of 2-3 projects at various stages of development.
• Prepares project designs and construction documents using BIM software and equipment.
• Prepares various documents during the course of the project development including meeting minutes, project specifications, agency applications, etc.
• Visits project sites under the direction of a supervisor and assists with the documentation of findings, if needed.
• Researches materials, assemblies, or building codes for appropriate incorporation into design and construction drawings as directed by a supervisor.
• Integrates information from consultants and suppliers into Revit Models for documentation.
• Affixes contractor submittals and RFIs by logging in the documents and routing them to the appropriate party for review.
• Attends, records, and distributes meeting minutes and assists with general project correspondence if needed.
• Affixes graphic materials for presentation or documents.
• Selects and prepares material finish boards/binders.
• Some travel to construction job sites and client meetings.

Qualifications

• Completed Master's in Architecture.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience in institutional projects.
• Must be engaged in AXP and actively pursuing licensure.
• Ability to read redlines and modify Revit models and other documents accurately from redlines.
• Proficient in Revit, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong problem solving/analysis, and technical capacity to research and apply building codes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong task-oriented time management.
• Possesses collaborative teamwork abilities.

Skills

• Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process.
• Productively collaborates with others and leads or encourages teams to achieve success and camaraderie amongst each other.
• Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.
• Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.
• Affixes appropriate administrative and project support tasks supporting the needs of the project team and office.
• Completes assignments on-time, within budget, and with highest level of quality.
• Routinely proposes and produces more effective ways to accomplish assignments.

About Huitt-Zollars

Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. We provide innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients. Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services.

Benefits & Perks

• Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• MDLive Telehealth
• Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
• Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
• Term Life / AD&D insurance
• Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
• Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work that requires prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires one to be adaptable to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs
• The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities