Design Project Architect

If you are passionate about exceptional design and seek an engaging, collaborative work environment with a wealth of resources, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee all aspects of client, team, and project coordination; ensure comprehensive documentation collaboration with various consultants, including structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, building envelope, life safety, and more.Work with the team to tackle complex technical and design challenges, producing innovative and feasible solutions.Direct the generation of drawings, specifications, and manage construction administration tasks.Ensure documents express design intent while maintaining top-notch technical quality.Handle submittals and substitution requests during construction and respond to RFIs efficiently.Engage with building and permitting officials across all stages of the project from permitting to construction.Manage client expectations while facilitating effective team communication and consultant coordination.Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree (or foreign equivalent) in Architecture, or a related field (required).Master's Degree (or foreign equivalent) in Architecture, or a related field (preferred).Licensed Architect with over 6 years of professional experience in Architecture.Experience managing diverse project types; experience in collegiate projects is a plus.Solid understanding of building codes, zoning laws, jurisdictional procedures, construction materials, specifications, and construction techniques.Proficient in construction document preparation and field observation.Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).Highly proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and various 3D modeling software.LEED accreditation is preferred.Able to manage multiple concurrent projects at various development stages.Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on client relationship management.Why Join Us?

We prioritize a diverse workplace, grounded in equity and inclusion. We believe the best designs are born from varied perspectives working together. Our mission is design excellence, utilizing architecture to uplift communities.

With 12 offices nationwide, we support each other in achieving career aspirations while balancing personal demands. We invite new talent to join us in shaping the future of design.

Our philosophy embraces responsive architecture and responsible citizenship, creating solutions uniquely tailored to our clients and communities. We listen carefully and analyze creatively to craft spaces that reflect our clients' culture and the communities they serve. Focused on human health and environmental sustainability, we design responsibly.

As the largest African American-owned firm, equity and inclusion are central to our culture and guide our design decisions. We challenge norms to create equitable design solutions that combat systemic racism and inspire social change.

Benefits: We offer comprehensive employee benefits aimed at your long-term success. Our offerings include Paid Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, 401K Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Transit and Parking Allowance, and more.

If this sounds like a fit for you, we would love to meet you!

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