SR Project Architect

Description

CDH is seeking to fill a full-time position of SR Project Architect preferably with experience in education (k-12 and higher ed) with the ability to lead projects from budget to implementation.   

The Senior Project Architect is responsible for management of the quality of the design, scheduling and facilitation of design and technical reviews in coordination with the Project Manager or Principal in Charge to ensure the quality of the design and construction. This position is responsible for code research and compliance, production and oversight of the project design and documentation, project specifications, and general document coordination.

This position is typically responsible for the project management and coordination of all sizes of projects under general supervision of Project Architect and/or Project Manager. This position may assist in directing the work of interns, junior staff, and other team members. It is expected that this role will work closely with the Project Manager or Principal in Charge to ensure client satisfaction and approval of the project and the firm. This position is expected to host meetings and to manage communications and coordination with clients, consultants, and contractors for the successful completion of contract documents and construction.

Additional responsibilities may include the assistance in editing contracts and provide support in the creation of proposals.

This role is charged with the mentorship of the project architects, design staff, and architectural interns in the development of project management and client management skills.

Works under 20% direct supervision, 80% general supervision during the completion of daily tasks. 

The role has a targeted 90% utilization rate.

Requirements

• Produces BIM models in Revit software in order to develop building design concepts
• Creates preliminary sketches and drafts the concepts into Revit or other software
• Organizes design and contract documents in preparation for presentations and construction
• Develops initial stage building programming including all required room types, sizes and proximities for review by Project Architect
• Develops building details consistent with building design intent for review by Project Architect/Manager
• Develops building designs and space plan layouts from initial design options
• Reviews complex shop submittals (i.e. steel shop & millwork drawings) during construction phase for compliance with Contract Documents
• Attends and manages site visits during construction to record observations for compliance with Contract Documents and the certification of Pay Applications
• Provides code research identifying adopted codes of the authority having jurisdiction and resolves impact on the design and construction documents
• Mentors Project Design Staff and Interns in developmental areas in pursuit of their IDP
• Assists in marketing and business development to new and existing clients
• Knows the traditional roles and responsibilities of each party to design and construction contracts
• Manage documents and project filing practices. Enforce filing protocols and documentation standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

CDH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We want applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law. CDH Partners uses e-verify by the USCIS to verify that new hires are authorized to work in the United States. CDH will not sponsor applicants for work visas.