Architect II

Spicer Group was given the prestigious Firm of the Year Award for 2025, recognized by ACEC. This includes, but is not limited to: Supports senior architectural staff and practice lead with the development and growth of Spicer Group’s Development and Buildings Service LineSupports senior staff with the development and growth of Spicer Group’s architectural departmentInitiates new projects, drafts proposals, collaborates with existing and prospective clients, and supervises projects from the programming phase through construction project completionServes as architectural project manager and manages clients and projectsCommunicate with clients to understand their needs and preferences, and present design proposals for approvalDevelops client relationships and new project leads and participates in company promotional activitiesEstablishes and manages project budgets, reviews invoices, and monitor project metricsConducts design reviews at project milestones. Meets with key stakeholders during those reviews to gather their inputCollaborates with engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements and timelines are metProvides specialized technical assistance in connection with particular building types, components, materials, elements, or building codesDevelops architectural designs from conceptual stages through to detailed construction documentsPrepares and manages architectural documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reportsHelps senior staff to oversee and delegate work to architectural and engineering staffAdheres to project schedules and provides high-level design oversight and productionPrepares Preliminary Opinion of Cost (POC) documents at various stages of the design and present them to the client for review and adjust the design as necessary to meet the client’s budgetDevelops construction specifications and contract documents for biddingEnsures all designs comply with relevant building codes, regulations, and standardsIntegrates sustainable design principles into architectural projects to promote energy efficiency and environmental responsibilityProduces feasibility and or environmental impact studies, assist in site selection by reviewing ordinances, evaluating environmental impact, and where applicable, social impactConducts site visits to monitor the progress of construction and ensure the quality of workmanship and materialsShall further develop skills to become an architectural and A&E subject matter expert (SME) Completed bachelor’s degree in architectureProven architectural experienceCurrent professional architectural licensure, preferably in MichiganSelf-motivation and drive for continuous improvement and support for othersSkilled in architectural design software (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp)Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe creative suite, Lumion, and Blue Beam RevueStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to think critically and provide creative solutions to complex design challengesDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environmentMeticulous attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work