Project Architect - Full-time

The Project Architect is a licensed professional who oversees the development of the design of a project and will often collaborate with a design principal or principal-in-charge along with the production of the construction documents. This individual will also oversee the construction administration of a project if the client has retained the firm for such services. The Project Architect is heavily relied upon to ensure the quality, accuracy, professionalism and the facilitation of the final architectural product. The Project Architect moves the firm’s projects forward, coordinates with consultants, and realizes all the instruments of service agreed upon in the contract.

Project Architect's primary responsibility focuses on elements involved with the instruments of services, such as managing consultants, code compliance and production. This person may be expected to fulfill both the Project Architect and Project Manager role on smaller simpler projects with a reasonable schedule and fee, whereas larger more complex projects with reduced time would carry an expectation of just serving the role of Project Architect.

Essential Job Functions:

Assists the principal architects and project managers with the following:

Analyze and develop approaches to the creation of architectural design, design development and construction documentsDevelop, modify and/or review drawings according to established standardsReview of developer’s architectural documents for contractual compliance with design standardsEnsures documentation for all phases conforms to QA/QC and Best Practice Standards applying proper QA/QC methods throughout projectUnderstand and translate design intent, product and code research, into technical documentsCompletion of feasibility and concept studiesMaster planning Provides construction administration services - overseeing the project completionDevelopment of As-Built drawing sets to deliver to clientDigital rendering and 3D modeling presentations/design drawingsIf sufficiently experienced, will take the leadership roles of project manager and/or job captainClient, consultant and contractor project information coordinationMaintain relationships with clients, sub-contractors and construction team, answer questions and provide solutionsCreating client presentations and interviews Mentoring and directing work of graduate architects in developing solutions to technical and design detail problems following established standardsNO AGENCIES OR RECRUITER!

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: An accredited Bachelor of Architecture degree or a Master of Architecture (M.Arch) degree is preferred.

Experience: Must be a licensed, registered Architect with 8 – 10 years of experience in the practice of architecture and | or architectural design | documentation.

Necessary Skills:

Strong knowledge of design principles and the ability to interpret design concepts and layouts, including commonly used standards, practices and procedures within the professionStrong knowledge of sustainability including USGBD / LEED, LEED accreditation preferred Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in the production of precision technical plansThorough knowledge of codes and zoning regulationsStrong creative and technical thinking skillsStrong presentation & graphic communication skills Ability to communicate effectively, graphically, verbally and in writingProficiency in applicable BIM and CAD software(s); more importantly Autodesk RevitStrong organizational skills and attention to detailStrong administrative and project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and work within budgetary guidelines providing high quality service to clients: consultant management, schedule, construction administration, etc.Ability to work independently and as part of a teamLeadership and mentorship of staff and internal project teamAbility to work across several project typesFocus on client project team relationships related to contractual obligations, project expectations, quality of service and overall communication amongst all partiesAbility to build relationships and work successfully with many different constituents and personnelBenefits

Crawford Architects offers a competitive compensation package, including company contributed HRA, 401k matching, and ESOP eligibility after 1 year of service. Open studio plan promotes workflow and communication.Employee Events, such as attending local sporting events, employee golf tournament, chili cook-off, family picnics, and annual holiday parties. The Project Architect is a licensed professional who oversees the development of the design of a project and will often collaborate with a design principal or principal-in-charge along with the production of the construction documents. This individual will also oversee the construction administration of a project if the client has retained the firm for such services. The Project Architect is heavily relied upon to ensure the quality, accuracy, professionalism and the facilitation of the final architectural product. The Project Architect moves the firm’s projects forward, coordinates with consultants, and realizes all the instruments of service agreed upon in the contract.

Project Architect's primary responsibility focuses on elements involved with the instruments of services, such as managing consultants, code compliance and production. This person may be expected to fulfill both the Project Architect and Project Manager role on smaller simpler projects with a reasonable schedule and fee, whereas larger more complex projects with reduced time would carry an expectation of just serving the role of Project Architect.

Essential Job Functions:

Assists the principal architects and project managers with the following:

Analyze and develop approaches to the creation of architectural design, design development and construction documentsDevelop, modify and/or review drawings according to established standardsReview of developer’s architectural documents for contractual compliance with design standardsEnsures documentation for all phases conforms to QA/QC and Best Practice Standards applying proper QA/QC methods throughout projectUnderstand and translate design intent, product and code research, into technical documentsCompletion of feasibility and concept studiesMaster planning Provides construction administration services - overseeing the project completionDevelopment of As-Built drawing sets to deliver to clientDigital rendering and 3D modeling presentations/design drawingsIf sufficiently experienced, will take the leadership roles of project manager and/or job captainClient, consultant and contractor project information coordinationMaintain relationships with clients, sub-contractors and construction team, answer questions and provide solutionsCreating client presentations and interviews Mentoring and directing work of graduate architects in developing solutions to technical and design detail problems following established standardsNO AGENCIES OR RECRUITER!

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: An accredited Bachelor of Architecture degree or a Master of Architecture (M.Arch) degree is preferred.

Experience: Must be a licensed, registered Architect with 8 – 10 years of experience in the practice of architecture and | or architectural design | documentation.

Necessary Skills:

Strong knowledge of design principles and the ability to interpret design concepts and layouts, including commonly used standards, practices and procedures within the professionStrong knowledge of sustainability including USGBD / LEED, LEED accreditation preferred Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in the production of precision technical plansThorough knowledge of codes and zoning regulationsStrong creative and technical thinking skillsStrong presentation & graphic communication skills Ability to communicate effectively, graphically, verbally and in writingProficiency in applicable BIM and CAD software(s); more importantly Autodesk RevitStrong organizational skills and attention to detailStrong administrative and project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and work within budgetary guidelines providing high quality service to clients: consultant management, schedule, construction administration, etc.Ability to work independently and as part of a teamLeadership and mentorship of staff and internal project teamAbility to work across several project typesFocus on client project team relationships related to contractual obligations, project expectations, quality of service and overall communication amongst all partiesAbility to build relationships and work successfully with many different constituents and personnelBenefits

Crawford Architects offers a competitive compensation package, including company contributed HRA, 401k matching, and ESOP eligibility after 1 year of service. Open studio plan promotes workflow and communication.Employee Events, such as attending local sporting events, employee golf tournament, chili cook-off, family picnics, and annual holiday parties.