Architect - Critical Facilities - Mid Level
About The Position
Gensler's Critical Facilities practice is seeking an Architect to join their growing team in Kansas City. This role involves collaborating with the design team to develop innovative design solutions and coordinating the design through the construction documentation phase. The ideal candidate will be able to translate architectural sketches into 2D/3D models and images, research technical issues, and leverage Revit skills to manage client projects from concept to completion. This position is crucial for delivering world-class projects, and Gensler offers a collaborative environment with mentoring opportunities to further your career.
Requirements
- Registered Architect required
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program required
- 6+ years of related experience, including demonstrated success on critical facilities projects
- Strong proficiency in Revit, 3D modeling, visualization, and graphic software
- Full knowledge of architectural principles/practices
- Working knowledge of building codes, standards, and building structures
- Experience with the entire project lifecycle and design process through post-occupancy
- Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
- Well-rounded, strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design, management, and technical project resolution who can help shape a vision for the future
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver informed project solutions based on market expertise and an understanding of client goals
- Documentation coordination with consultants (structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, building envelope, life safety, etc.)
- Coordinate with the project team, client, vendors, contractors, and consultants
- Resolve complex technical and design issues with team to produce innovative, technical, constructible solutions
- Direct production of drawings, specifications and construction administration tasks
- Responsible for delivery of documents with design intent and top-notch technical quality
- Process submittals/substitution requests during construction and address RFIs
- Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project
- Actively participate and contribute to the financial performance of project
- Review and contribute to proposals and contracts with the Design Manager
- Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- disability
- wellness programs
- flex spending
- paid holidays
- paid time off
- 401k
- profit sharing
- employee stock ownership
- twice annual bonus opportunities
- reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
- reimbursement for tuition for certain eligible programs or classes
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
