Architect - Health Market

Gresham Smith•Birmingham, AL

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Gresham Smith is seeking an Architect to join their team. This role involves leading the delivery of small to medium-sized healthcare projects and supporting larger projects. The Architect will direct consultant and technical teams, oversee production timelines, prepare and coordinate deliverables, supervise code analysis, facilitate design discussions, develop client presentations, conduct product research, attend site visits, review submittals, and mentor staff. The position emphasizes professional development, a positive team atmosphere, and integrating sustainable practices to shape environments where people live, work, and thrive within a supportive, people-first culture.

Requirements

5-year Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited University program.
Minimum of 8 years of job-related experience.
Architecture License required.
Demonstrated proficiency using Revit and AutoCAD required.
Ability to interact professionally and comfortably with various personalities and communication styles and build and maintain excellent interpersonal relationships.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly in Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Excellent knowledge of architectural building systems, accessibility guidelines, building codes, and Quality Control skills.
Strong presentation, time management, and organizational skills.
Portfolio of work samples along with a resume/CV in your online application.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare experience is preferred.
Experience using Rhino, Photoshop, Sketch-up, Lumion, Enscape, and/or other 3D rendering software programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of small to medium size healthcare projects.
Support project teams on large projects.
Direct consultant and technical teams to ensure successful execution of project design and deliverables.
Work alongside the Project Executive and Project Manager to create and oversee production timelines, clearly defining and meeting deadlines.
Prepare, review, and coordinate deliverables, by managing the work of production staff and consultants, in accordance with our standards and in adherence to our QA/QC processes.
Supervise code analysis and verify zoning requirements.
Facilitate design discussions, internally and externally, and lead collaborative work sessions with consultants.
Develop and present client presentations.
Conduct product research and assist the team in selecting appropriate materials and systems.
Attend site visits, field reviews, and project meetings and document relevant information.
Review submittals, support, and/or lead field observations and agency reviews.
Focus on the professional development of staff through mentorship.
Promote a positive team atmosphere.
Advocate for the firm’s principles of design excellence by integrating sustainable practices.