Senior Project Architect

About the Role

As a Senior Project Architect, you'll be a key contributor to NewGround's mission, helping shape projects, teams, and experiences that truly make a difference. You will lead the preparation of architectural construction documents, coordinate activities and review the work of mechanical, electrical and interior departments, as well as outsource consultants (structural and civil). Demonstrate a strong passion for construction documents and building detailing. Support BIM management across the studio.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare working drawings
• Coordinate with the Design Architect on the design of the project
• Coordinate with Project Executives, Marketing and Business Development on project delivery
• Project design lead in client design meetings
• Coordinate with local project AHJ's
• Prepare clarification of project development documents
• Assist in preparation of Contract Change Orders
• Assist checking shop drawings
• Make field trips as necessary to verify information
• Coordinate with engineering and specifications
• Assist in the preparation in specifications
• Be knowledgeable on application of building regulations to projects
• Function as detailer to the extent necessary to complete projects on schedule and within budget
• Perform all other related work, as assigned or as apparent
• Assist Design Studio Head in mentoring junior staff

General Skills

• Well versed knowledge of building codes and accessibility codes
• Strong organization and communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications (MS Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proficient in Revit
• Proficiency in Speclink preferred
• Experience with multi-story buildings
• Proficiency in Procore

Education and Experience Prerequisites

• Architectural License required
• NCARB certification preferred
• Multiple State Architectural Licenses preferred
• 10 years of professional experience in commercial architecture required
• LEED AP credential preferred

Expectations

• Travel as required
• Supports the Director of Production in the coordination of multiple projects simultaneously

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sabbatical program