Arch 4

Ghafari Associates•Dearborn, MI

23h

About The Position

The Arch 4 directs design development, leads the production of technical drawings and specifications, coordinates the work of related disciplines, and performs in-house construction administration for projects of moderate to large size and complexity, with some supervision from the Manager of Architecture (VP or Director). The role establishes design parameters such as codes, site restrictions, budgets, and schedule constraints; evaluates building-system options and performance and cost criteria; and helps present design documents. The Arch 4 develops project work plans and mini-sheet sets based on approved scopes, leads execution of project tasks, and takes primary responsibility for the architectural team’s daily activities, progress, and the technical quality of construction documents. The position coordinates the project team and its documents, enforces quality-control procedures, supports schedule and budget adherence, and identifies scope changes and their effects. It also provides mentorship to less experienced staff and participates in ongoing professional development. The role produces schematic design, design development, and construction documents; prepares written architectural portions of addenda and bulletins; and handles in-house construction administration, including responding to RFIs, reviewing and approving shop drawings, and issuing bulletins. Field representation may be provided at the Project Manager’s request or when deemed critical. The Arch 4 also helps maintain office standards and production tools and is familiar with Revit modeling and project setup, workset/model management, laser scanning, and point clouds.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering.
Completion of NCARB AXP is required.
10 or more years of related architecture experience.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Teams.
Good written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Licensing exams in progress.
LEED Certification.
WELL Building Certification.
Familiarity with BIM360.
Familiarity with point-cloud software such as Autodesk Recap.
Familiarity with Revit model creation and project setup, including workset/model management, in accordance with company standards.
Familiarity with laser scanning and point clouds.
Ability and willingness to accept constructive feedback and mentorship from colleagues to support professional development.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and run moderate to large, complex projects.
Establish design parameters, including codes, site restrictions, budget and schedule constraints; identify building-system options and associated performance and cost criteria; and assist with presenting design documents.
Develop project work plans and mini-sheet sets based on approved scopes of work, and lead execution of the identified tasks.
Manage the architectural project team’s daily activities, work progress, and the technical quality of construction documents.
Mentor less experienced staff and support their learning throughout projects.
Produce schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
Assist the Project Manager with project schedule and budget adherence; identify scope changes and their effects on schedule and budget; and provide resource and budget forecasts when requested.
Advise the Manager of Architecture (VP or Director) of changes in project staffing requirements.
Initiate and coordinate the work of engineering, interiors, and other disciplines and consultants, and facilitate timely information exchange among team members.
Coordinate disciplines and documents and ensure quality-control procedures are enforced.
Prepare written architectural portions of addenda and bulletins.
Perform in-house construction administration, including responding to RFIs, reviewing and approving shop drawings, and issuing bulletins; provide field representation when requested by the Project Manager or deemed critical.
Help maintain and improve office architectural standards, details, and production tools.
Perform related duties as assigned.