Project Architect - Chicago, United States - Competence Skills Pvt Ltd

Competence Skills Pvt Ltd

Verified Company

Chicago, United States

4 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Job Title:
Project Architect (Building Architecture)

direct hire

Job Location:
Chicago, IL

ABOUT Client:

Client is a Chicago‐based, full‐service architectural firm dedicated to designing timeless, functional, and beautiful architecture that serves the community in which we work and live.

We specialize in serving institutional clients, non‐profit organizations, the business community, and homeowners. We are a proud minority‐owned business that embraces our heritage and welcomes a strong and diverse team of individuals.

SUMMARY:

The Project Architect leads technical production efforts in collaboration with the Project Manager and other members of the team.

Implements the design intent of projects into a comprehensive set of construction documents commencing with schematic design through construction administration and close out.

Collaboration with all team members is highly valued and you will work as an advocate for project success through successful detailing and development of your projects.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Serve as a leader in the production of construction documents, by working directly in Revit to produce plans and specifications as well as delegating to and guiding Project Coordinator efforts.

Establish detailed work plans to meet project milestones and continually monitor time spent during production phases with modification as needed to meet fee, budget and schedule.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Code Compliance
Analyze code and agency regulations, planning and occupancy studies; prepare, evaluate or review design layouts and options.

Conduct conferences with regulatory officials and prepare strategies to address interpretative issues related to building regulations

Technical
Investigate, evaluate, and recommend design solutions, products, and assemblies that best meet the client's needs.

Meet with Principal, Project and Design Manager regularly for input on QAQC, constructability and other technical requirements

Construction Administration
Serve as primary point of contact for GC, attend construction meetings, conduct field visits and generate field reports

Leads RFIs and submittals, coordinating with Project Manager on design direction

Coordination
Communication and coordination with Project and Design team and external consultants including Civil, Structural, Geotechnical, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineers to ensure technical accuracy and quality

Proactively coordinate with GC, fabricators, manufacturers, consultants, etc., as needed during the Construction Administration phase.

SOFTWARE AND SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor Degree or higher in Architecture is required

Licensure or licensure track is preferred but not required

Experience with Healthcare projects is ideal

Proficiency in Revit preferred (5+ years of experience)

Strong communication, time management, and organization skills

Knowledge of relevant building codes and accessibility requirements required

5+ years of project experience in an architectural practice developing technical documents

Working knowledge of e-Builder and related Construction Admin Software is a plus

Time Allotment
70% project related

15% business development

15% administrative or as otherwise determined by the Principal

Physical Demands
This position will require local travel to all project and client locations, seminar locations, conferences, etc. Occasional out of state travel may be required

Benefits: