Project Architect - Washington, United States - VMDO Architects

Description

• Work closely with the project principal, project designer, and project manager in each phase of the project design delivery process.
• Contribute to all aspects and phases of the architectural design process.
• Lead project team through the coordination and delivery of project detailing and documentation.
• Prepares complex detailed project drawings with mínimal supervision using diverse knowledge of architecture principles, practices, and advanced techniques.
• Oversee work of junior and intern architects.
• Assist in development of production schedule and manage to that schedule.
• Assist in management of project financial performance.
• Communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and contractors regarding technical and design issues.
• Execute Code Reviews, develop code summary and life safety documentation, and coordinate permit.
• Advise on development and editing of specifications. Evaluate, select and/or approve materials and products.

• Undergraduate or Graduate degree from a NAABaccredited Architecture program
• 8+ years of professional experience in the field of architecture
• Architectural License required
• LEED AP and/or other highperformance credentials preferred

• Strong design and/or technical skills
• Excellent graphic and verbal communication skills
• Competence in working within a collaborative design environment
• Proficiency in documenting design details from project lead. Confidence in generating solutions, expanding on the information provided, and exploring alternate solutions for consideration.
• Experience working at varied scales of design and in both digital and hand drawn formats
• Proficiency with Revit, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative, and MS Office Suites
• Proficiency in 3D modeling, experience in rendering, presentation, and design in software such as Revit, Sketch Up, Enscape or Lumion.

• Creative, organized, communicative, responsible, and teamoriented
• Possess an ongoing commitment to improving one's craft of a wide range of tasks
• Collaborative leader who enjoys mentoring younger staff
• Interest in participating in firm initiatives outside one's assigned work, professional or community organizations, and activities that will enhance your knowledge of architecture and design
• Enthusiasm for continued growth and learning
• Interest in sustainable design practices

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

• Performance bonus
• Profit sharing

• 8 years

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

• Revit: 4 years (preferred)
• Sketchup: 4 years (preferred)

• Washington, DC required)

• Washington, DC 20006: Relocate before starting work (required)