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Project Architect
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Independently evaluates, selects and applies architectural techniques, procedures, and modifications. Develops approaches to achieving specified objectives including the investigation of many variables.
- Performs architectural assignments after receiving general instructions and project scope from the Project Manager.
- Develops preliminary designs.
- Supervises Intern Architects.
- Must understand all codes and be able to produce a complete set of construction documents including written specifications.
- Responsible to coordinate with outside consultants including engineers.
- Coordinates C/A activities with construction administrators and reviews shop drawings
- Runs and coordinates job meetings assuring that all meeting tasks are assigned and completed
- May assist Project Manager(s) with preparation of cost and quality estimates.
- May be requested to attend networking functions, and assist Principals with business development activities.
Qualifications
- Ability to communicate effectively both in written format and oral presentation.
- Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
- Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment.
- Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership.
- Possess a thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures.
- Ability to use extensive working knowledge of all paperwork procedures necessary to complete the documents necessary for architectural contracts.
- Ability to use working knowledge of all consultant work to maintain efficiencies and meet deadlines. Possess an in depth understanding of the basics of most building systems.
- Proficiency in Auto/CAD program and related MS Office software such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Working knowledge/understanding of Building Codes
- Working knowledge/understanding of Construction Documents and Specifications including the ability to produce same
- Ability to produce accurate Cost, Quality, and Time Estimates
Education, Experience, Licenses/Registration
- Minimum of Bachelors Degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of Five years of architectural experience working independently.
- Professional architect registration in the USA for a minimum of five years (preferably NJ or PA or eligibility for reciprocity)