Architect – Senior Level

Moffatt & Nichol•New Orleans, LA

44d•Hybrid

About The Position

Waggonner & Ball, a Moffatt & Nichol Studio, is actively seeking a Senior Architect with historic preservation experience in our New Orleans office. Join a dynamic, collaborative team where you'll lead innovative design across diverse projects, mentor emerging talent, and help shape client relationships and new business opportunities. As the successful new hire, you will be highly motivated, creative, and a team-oriented individual. You will lead the development of design criteria and direction for projects across a broad range of project types and scales with historic preservation experience. You will lead teams through research and design as well as manage internal staff development. You will cultivate and maintain client relationships and lead pursuit of new business opportunities and markets.

Requirements

Professional Architecture Degree; Master’s preferred
15 to 20 years of architecture and design experience
Architecture License
Proven experience with successful historic preservation projects
Commitment to design excellence
Strong knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, material application, and sustainable practices
Interest in working at all scales of design and planning from regional systems to details
Mastery in AutoCAD and Revit
Proficiency in Rhino and Adobe CC Suite
Highly effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences and stakeholders
All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
Waggonner & Ball, a Moffatt & Nichol Design Studio uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in rendering software integrated with Revit such as Enscape desired

Responsibilities

Leads the development of design criteria for clients/projects
Manages creative design direction during all phases of projects
Interfaces with clients on design issues and aligns architectural solutions with client priorities
Oversees multiple building planning and design efforts
Leads team collaboration to advance design concepts
Develops and maintains relationships with other disciplines such as Civil, Structural, Electrical and Mechanical and other consultants to support project delivery
Guides and monitors design activities on studio projects; conducts technical and design reviews
Leads design analysis and compilation of specifications for basic to complex architectural assignments
Leads construction administration of historic renovation projects
Works closely with project directors with respect to budget and schedule constraints
Ensures knowledge transfer between studio projects and teams
Performs other duties as requested by leadership
Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships. Listens for and seeks out new projects which may exist or are being formulated
Participates in marketing and business development opportunities
Provides oversight to marketing staff in the development of standard materials that describe the design portfolio, systems, and processes
Acts as mentor by coaching and motivating design teams and individuals; fostering an environment of mutual respect and trust among members of the group as it grows and develops
Fosters collaboration among team members and within the office
Prepares and delivers design staff evaluations; responsible for performance development, compensation decision-making and workload allocation processes of department
Shares historic preservation knowledge and detailed solutions with design teams
Participates in appropriate professional and client-oriented organizations, maintains active memberships and attends conferences and activities

Benefits

Comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package with low employee contributions
Family coverage is available
Low-deductible plan available
Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
Wellness Program (with financial incentives)
Features include: monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists, access to a Healthwise Pharmacist, mindfulness apps like The Calm and BetterHelp, and more
Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and support
Generous Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level)
Paid Holidays (7)
A floating holiday
401(k) match to help you reach your financial goals
Excellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the company
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Training opportunities
Leadership Development Program
Formal Mentoring program
Active YP (Young Professionals) group
Pet Insurance