Senior Associate Registered Architect - AEC Consulting

About the firm

Marx Okubo is a trusted national architecture/engineering/construction consulting firm that works with real estate owners, investors and lenders—at every point of the property lifecycle—to evaluate building projects, solve complex challenges and implement tailored solutions. We value technical proficiency, innovation, dedication and achievement as well as collaboration, both within our organization and in our client interactions.

About the role

We're building our project team in Denver, seeking a Senior Associate Architect. Our work covers most commercial building types, including office, retail, industrial, hotel/hospitality, and multi-family; focus on industrial and commercial (office, high rise multifamily) structure.

Essential functions

• Act as a technical team member and project lead
• Collaborate with the client, internal team, consultants and site contact
• Take full ownership for an overall understanding of all aspects of a project relative to its scope, technical accuracy, potential risk, and client requirements
• Review and analyze building construction and condition
• Review and analyze contract documents including drawings, specifications, contracts, and budgets
• Perform building evaluations, construction monitoring, and construction administration
• Prepare reports of findings that are formal, detailed, and comprehensive
• Build relationships and develop business
• Site visits as needed, locally and regionally, in the range of 25-50%

Qualifications, skills and experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher in architecture or related field
• Minimum 15 years' industry related experience at an architecture, engineering or construction company
• Registered Architect in Colorado
• Demonstrated experience in construction administration, owner's representation or project management
• Construction monitoring and/or construction administration experience is highly valued
• Thorough understanding of construction processes, sequence, and activities
• Strong technical skills in commercial construction are a must, including regional code and building enclosure knowledge
• Forensic/investigative experience
• Technical level of understanding of building types
• Solid understanding of building materials and methods
• Knowledge of construction contract types and forms
• Communication is vital in all forms - Providing clear information both verbally and written, catered to the target audience, that demonstrates your knowledge, expertise, and problem-solving capabilities
• Demonstrated experience meeting deadlines on fast-paced projects, remaining organized, and managing time efficiently
• Working knowledge of accessibility standards (FFHA and ADA) is preferred
• Software proficiency in any of the following: Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, PlanGrid
• Desire for potential growth in leadership and management, with demonstrable leadership skills
• Willingness to travel 25-50% in and out of state as needed

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan firm; employee-owned
• Internal growth, continuing education, mentor/mentee opportunities
• 100% paid health insurance premiums for employees
• Up to a 30% match on your 401(k) contributions
• Competitive compensation
• Open culture with fresh perspectives, curiosity, and innovative mindsets

Pay

Annual base salary for this role is expected to be in the $130,000 to $150,000 range based on candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience. This role is bonus eligible.