Architect

Stantec • Washington, WA

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Stantec’s Buildings practice, a global design firm providing architecture, building engineering, and interior design services across multiple sectors. The Architect works in a team setting to lead planning, design, and documentation projects of varied sizes and complexities, supporting clients in creating patient-focused, fiscally responsible, cutting-edge designs. The role involves developing integrated design projects, maintaining building information models, preparing project drawings and other deliverables, mentoring team members, and collaborating with colleagues under the direction of the Project Leader. The Architect may work independently as well as with the project team and has opportunities to innovate in design, delivery, and technology. The position involves a typical office environment, with work from home potentially available up to two days per week depending on the assignment. A resume and portfolio link are required for serious consideration. Relocation financial assistance is not available. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or changed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Architecture.
• At least 5 years of experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, leadership, and staff.
• Ability to take appropriate action proactively without continued direction or guidance.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Knowledge and application of accessibility codes, applicable building codes, and healthcare guidelines.
• Knowledge of building construction systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Strong understanding of architectural documentation phases and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with teams through all phases of architectural document production.
• Ability to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Ability to hand-sketch and communicate concepts and ideas effectively.
• Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building programs, and similar materials.
• Ability to communicate abstract ideas verbally and in writing.
• Strong presentation and interview skills.
• Strong proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Architectural registration.
• LEED Green Associate or LEED AP credential.
• Experience with Bluebeam and Newforma.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects of varying sizes and complexity.
• Lead project teams to ensure designs meet client budgets, schedules, programs, and design intent.
• Develop designs using sketches, physical and electronic models, diagrams, massing studies, and other visual formats.
• Use BIM technologies to develop three-dimensional models of buildings and components.
• Participate in design critiques and pin-ups.
• Interpret and apply building codes and requirements of regulatory agencies.
• Prepare and revise architectural documentation, including site plans, floor plans, elevations, sections, and details.
• Participate in bidding and negotiation and prepare addenda.
• Review shop drawings and submittals, respond to RFIs, prepare site observation reports, and perform other contract administration tasks.
• Lead project coordination and meetings with internal team members, consultants, owners, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Participate in or lead client project-requirement meetings, design presentations, value analysis, and coordination meetings.
• Assist with project specifications and coordinate specifications with construction documents.
• Participate in constructability reviews.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control on assigned projects.
• Lead and mentor team members and collaborate on project deliverables.
• Check others’ work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budgets and schedules.
• Develop space and block plans in coordination with building programs, and develop floor plans, wall sections, and details.

Benefits

• Hybrid, flexible work schedules.
• Opportunity to participate in Stantec committees, employee resource groups, community volunteering, and company or local groups and initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior