Project Architect - MDS Staffing

Project Architect

Responsibilities

• Designs and specifies project appropriate architectural requirements
• Plans and develops projects of various sizes and works under supervision
• Investigates, evaluates and recommends design solutions, prioritizes work, receives guidance on complex issues
• Performs Revit modeling and detailing with team
• Participates in cross-discipline discussions and coordination with multidisciplinary teammates
• Conducts site investigations and observations.
• Prepares basic narratives, reports, drawing and specification documents in accordance with a high degree of quality, with regard to project schedule and budget constraints
• Participates in construction administration by reviewing shop drawings and submittal, responding to RFI’s, working to solve construction issues, and performing site visits to assess general conformance with the design concept
• Assists with marketing and business development activities
• Travel for project-related activities may be required
• Coordinating the work of junior professionals and technicians
• Performs work requiring independent judgment in evaluation, selection, and adaptation/modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria
• Diverse knowledge of architecture principles and practices uses advanced techniques
• Responsible for finished plans, specifications, or approval of materials and construction
• May act independently regarding architectural methods and complexities
• Requires use of advanced techniques and modification/extension of theories, precepts, and practices of individual’s field
• Confirms scope of work and contractual obligations with project manager
• Understands the project(s) scope, and plans and develops concepts and approaches appropriate to the construction budget and the disciplines in carrying out the project work
• Follows the project plan and informs the project manager of obstacles
• Performs code analysis

Qualifications

• 8 years in AEC
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture from an accredited college or university
• Architecture registration required.

General Characteristics

• Maintains knowledge of current industry trends on space, function, materials,etc.
• Proficiency with computer software including Revit Architecture required
• Working knowledge of Sketch-Up and Adobe Creative Suite/Bluebeam
  preferred
• Time management and organization skills with the ability to be involved and remain current on issues relating to a number of one-two projects in various stages
• Demonstrated ability to develop awareness and begin to lead team coordination of contract documents
• Strong graphic, verbal, and written communications skills
• Positive attitude and commitment to being an active participant working as part of a multi-discipline team