Project Architect/ Architectual Designer

JacobsWyper Architects

Location: Raleigh, NC, USA

Added on: 17 Mar 2023, Job offer expires on: 30 Sep 2023

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project experience or an eagerness to work with clients across multiple sectors, including Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Higher Ed, Workplace, Science & Technology.
Involved in all phases of a project, from concept to close-out, with proven expertise on projects of various scales and technical complexities.
Supervises small to medium projects; with the ability to produce, delegate, and coordinate the work of internal designers and external consultants. Understands the required scope of work and is responsible for the team’s execution of the work in an efficient but thorough manner
Collaborate and contribute to construction document production
Supports Deign Quality Management tasks and goals. Identifies and employs methods for improving the quality of documentation for the firm to mitigate risk
Attend and lead client meetings and regularly interfaces with clients and consultants
Meet with Project Manager or the Partner-In-Charge on a regular basis to ensure projects are executed according to clients’ goals and expectations.
Communicates staffing deficiencies and needs to the Project manager or Partner-in-Charge.
Is an advocate for teamwork, superior client service and design excellence and encourages team members and consultants to keep these as a priority throughout the duration of a project

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in Architecture
Professional architectural license preferred but not required
5+ years’ experience in an architecture office
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Experience writing specifications and the ability to teach this skill to less experienced designers
Ability to use sound and independent judgment
Solid understanding of building and life safety code
Proven ability to design, product technical documentation, and understanding of the construction administration process
An interest or expertise in sustainable design is a plus
Familiarity or willingness to learn Enscape
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) is a plus