Sr. Architectural Designer (On-Site)

About the Role

A Senior Architectural Project Coordinator is responsible for implementing all architectural projects, including Design, Construction Documents, Permitting, Bidding, and Construction Administration. This role involves coordination with and responsibility for communicating with other disciplines and the client.

Requirements

• Eight (8) years of experience as an Architectural Graduate or Project Coordinator.
• Thorough understanding of building construction methods and techniques.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable codes.

Responsibilities

• Maintains C-P/Client standards and QC throughout projects.
• Assists Project Manager (PM) in setting scope and budget.
• Assists client's interests in public hearings and meetings.
• Serves as the main Point of Contact (P.O.C.) for a project or runs projects.
• Assists in providing full Construction Administration (CA) services.
• Assists in proposal preparation.
• Runs projects with minimal oversight from PM/Project Architect (PA).
• Production, designs, Construction Documents (CDs), and understanding of specifications.
• Completes scope within allotted time and budget.
• Manages permitting process and responses to comments.
• Manages bidding procedures.
• Provides field assistance with CA.
• Researches and applies applicable codes; contacts Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Coordinates with other disciplines and runs kickoff meetings.
• Serves as the main P.O.C. with limited input from PM or Principal.
• Coordinates Owner revisions, RFIs, and AHJ comments.
• Coordinates Peer review and QC of documents.
• Designs and produces architectural designs, CDs, and specifications.
• Checks completed work against markups prior to returning to PA.
• Incorporates C-P/Client drafting standards and conventions into CDs.
• Prepares plans and details from sketches/redlines.
• Receives and sends drawings electronically.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Superior benefit packages for the whole family, including pets.
• Generous 401(K) company match.
• Generous PTO (vacation time).
• Casual “uncorporate” working environment (jeans and Hey Dudes allowed).
• Employee Entertainment Benefits Discount Program.
• 100% company-paid license renewals.
• 100% company-paid professional membership renewals.
• Continuing education lunch-n-learns and industry convention attendance encouraged.
• Sign-on bonuses available.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Company-sponsored charity events to participate in.
• Licensing Specialist handles all licensing board forms.
• Fully staffed Permitting department.
• Highly skilled Designers in the Design Department.
• Various sectors of business: Grocery, Retail, Big Box, Power Centers, Senior Living, Restaurant, Industrial, Multi-family, Convenience.
• Experts in MEP, Fire Protection, and Structural disciplines.
• Dedicated CA department for site surveys in all conditions.