Project Architect

About the role

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Project Architect in the Champaign, IL area. This position is for a highly motivated professional who will play a key role in growing the firm's presence in the municipal, commercial, and higher education markets.

Responsibilities

• Understand all aspects of the design process and project complexities to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, project management, execution and living design.
• Understand and respond to technical implications, design decisions and project financial goals.
• Cookbook navigation and production of deliverable drawings and specifications.
• Manage project Quality Assurance and adherence with FGI standards.
• Lead project coordination efforts among internal disciplines (architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, structural and MEP engineering) and with external consultants.
• Communicate with clients related to project technical matters.
• Administer project regulatory reviews (building code, accessibility, zoning) and coordination with, and submission to, authorities having jurisdiction.
• Lead construction contract administration responsibilities including: submittal review and response, RFI review and response, field observation and reporting and project closeout.
• Maintain awareness of evolving building technology and engineering systems relevant to project work.
• Contribute to project marketing pursuits, proposal preparation and interviews.
• Demonstrate strong and effective communication, decision making and collaboration, which inspires high team performance.
• Mentor junior staff through project work, technical guidance, and day-to-day support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from an accredited program, required; Masters preferred.
• Registered Architect (NCARB preferred, but not required).
• 10+ years of work experience in architectural design and planning within core markets.
• Demonstrated project management and supervisory experience.
• Success in developing new clients and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Proficient use of Revit a plus.
• Experience with Enscape, Lumion, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organization, coordination, leadership, team-building and managerial skills.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of Revit and other BIM software.
• Experience with project management tools such as Bluebeam.

Benefits

At Farnsworth Group, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance plans
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Short and long-term disability
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Professional development and training
• Mentoring program
• Paid time off
• Wellness/fitness reimbursements
• Pet insurance plan
• Hybrid work program

Pay

$88,000-$115,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity)

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work as needed.