Architect / Architect Project Manager

River Street Architecture (RSA), located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is seeking an Architect Project Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will design and manage a variety of projects from conception to completion and must have a Bachelor of Architecture degree. This role requires proficiency in architectural software, MS Office Suite software, and excellent communication skills.

The Architect Project
Manager will play a key role in ensuring our projects meet client expectations regarding design quality, schedule, and budget.

Salary range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000 with the possibility of advancement to a Senior Architect. If necessary, a relocation package can be negotiated. RSA offers a competitive benefit package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, as well as life and AD&D.

We also offer additional time off for various other things, such as emergencies and volunteer work. We care about our clients, good design, the quality of our drawings, and doing the right thing. Below is the full job description for the Architect Project Manager position.

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Project Architect Roles &

Responsibilities: Lead and contribute to the design, documentation, and construction administration of a variety of project types, all the while advocating for high-end design solutions and problem solving. Oversee and produce detailed, code-compliant, high-quality drawings and specifications that are graphically excellent and highly legible. Listen to and document the client's needs, desires, and goals starting at the preliminary design phase and seeing them through construction. Coordinate and communicate directly with clients, consultants, and contractors throughout all project phases; always seeking to balance the client's project needs with the individual expression of the architect and/or the project. Manage day-to-day project activities including schedules, deliverables, and team workflow while also ensuring that client communication is handled in a timely manner. Conduct zoning and code analysis to identify potential challenges and verify project/site feasibility. Lead or support construction administration, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, performing site visits, and producing punch lists. Help maintain office-wide standards for documentation, BIM/CAD workflows, and quality control. Contribute to proposals, fee development, and project planning when needed. Bring a helpful, unique, and positive personality to contribute to and help maintain the culture of the office! We're looking for an architect with a strong sense of personal investment in their work, but also in their interests outside of work (they're always informing each other). Candidate should have a flexible design process and should be proficient at exploring and making decisions to ensure that quality design is proposed and that the schedule is maintained. Strong graphic and representational skills such as drawing, sketching, and modeling; Candidate should be proficient in representing constructability, materials, and code compliance in construction drawings. Strong understanding of building systems, materials, and building code. Strong time management skills. Candidate should be proficient at managing project and personal schedules to ensure that project deadlines are met. Working understanding of legal documentation, such as contracts, proposals, and construction documentation. Candidate should be aware of fee structure and agreed upon scope of work.

Professional
Qualifications & Software Proficiencies: ~ Licensed Architect or nearly licensed (have passed at least a portion of the required exams) ~Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD; Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) ~ Proficiency in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) is preferred, but not required.