Project Architect

Responsibilities

• Project responsibility for planning, development, and execution of technical documentation which may include interpreting, organizing, and coordinating project team assignments.
• Works in tandem with designers to coordinate design development and construction documents.
• Responds to the technical implications of design decisions.
• Facilitates firm and project goals of excellence in design, execution, and sustainability.
• Directs production of schematic, design development and construction documents in collaboration with Project Managers.
• Collaborates on project documentation execution, construction plans, and details, ensuring quality control and completion.
• Maintains awareness of evolving building technology and systems.
• Coordinates engineering systems relevant to projects.
• Reviews shop drawings, material samples, and CD for conformance with design.
• Conducts and documents field observations to monitor the progress of construction.
• Executes applicable agency review analysis (accessibility, zoning, life-safety, etc.).
• Ensures tasks are completed according to the Perkins&Will standards.
• May establish architectural budgets, task schedules, and other components of the project work plan with the Project Managers.
• Directs or coordinates the production of construction documents, drawings, and specifications in compliance with project scope, schedule, and cost.
• Implements meeting objectives, facilitates meetings and provides documentation in collaboration with the Project Managers.
• May participate in marketing and client presentations.

Requirements

• Professional degree in architecture
• 8+ years of experience in healthcare design
• Licensure: LEED AP or within 6 months of hire
• Demonstrates collaborative and professional work ethic
• Experienced in all phases of project design, construction documentation production, and construction materials
• Familiar with building codes, specifications, building, and engineering systems
• Strong interpersonal skills, including client presentation skills
• Strong passion for working relationships with clients and consultants, building relationships, and expanding the practice
• Ability to apply Revit and interpret and review Revit drawings