Senior Project Architect - Mission Critical

About the role

The Boise office of Stantec is seeking a Senior Project Architect to lead and execute project design, ensure compliance with building codes and accessibility standards, and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct work requiring independent judgment in the evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard construction components and systems to execute design intent;
• Responsible for stamping and sealing bid documents;
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate detailed phases of professional work in part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope;
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and ADA requirements;
• Aid the Project Director in developing project staff-hours and planning schedule for his/her aspects of the project;
• Cover the layout, design, drafting, and specifications produced by other architects and technicians who assist in specific assignments;
• Mentor junior staff; assist in the development of future project architects;
• Aid the Project Director in establishing project design criteria;
• Stay informed of new developments and systems in the field of architectural practice and design;
• Promote technologies and methodologies to create innovative approaches and improve technical quality of work product;
• Keep abreast of new technologies, changes in building codes, and advances in the industry;
• Work collaboratively in a cross-discipline environment to produce integrated project documents, and insure integrated design approaches & solutions.

Qualifications

• Academic, Healthcare, Mission Critical, Manufacturing, or Science & Technology experience preferred;
• Thorough knowledge of architectural practice;
• Thorough knowledge of code principles;
• Experience using Revit software;
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to lead others and foster teamwork;
• Ability to use good judgment and make timely decisions;
• Knowledge of basic firm financial metrics related to project management;
• Proactive management style.

Education and Experience

• Professional degree in Architecture;
• 10 years of related experience;
• Licensed Architect required.

Capabilities and Credentials

• Preferred academic, healthcare, mission critical, manufacturing, or science & technology experience;
• Thorough knowledge of architectural practice;
• Thorough knowledge of code principles;
• Experience using Revit software;
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to lead others and foster teamwork;
• Ability to use good judgment and make timely decisions;
• Knowledge of basic firm financial metrics related to project management;
• Proactive management style.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans;
• Wellness program;
• Health savings account;
• Flexible spending account;
• 401(k) plan;
• Employee stock purchase program;
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance;
• Short-term/long-term disability plans;
• Emergency travel benefits;
• Tuition reimbursement;
• Professional membership fee coverage;
• Paid family leave.