Architect, Workplace

DLR Group•Des Moines, IA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

DLR Group is seeking an Architect to support projects in its Workplace sector, based in Des Moines, Iowa. The role contributes to day-to-day design and technical development, coordinating project documentation and delivery with the integrated design team while maintaining project schedules, budgets, and work plans. The Architect partners directly with the Project Manager to support project financial health, document quality, claim prevention, team collaboration, and communication, and leads cross-functional design disciplines in developing technical solutions. DLR Group’s Workplace practice serves end users and developers across the United States through core and shell architecture, tenant improvement, interior design, workplace strategy, engineering, and building performance optimization. The firm is 100% employee-owned and expects employee-owners to use financial acumen to help grow the Firm profitably. DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays. Applicants must submit a current portfolio or work samples in PDF format.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture; a graduate degree is not required unless mandated by local licensure regulations.
At least six years of professional experience in architecture.
Professional licensure required.
Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, and standard architectural software.
Competence in technical design, including investigating, evaluating, and recommending solutions that meet client needs.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to multitask and maintain quality standards.
Initiative, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous learning.
Submit a current portfolio or work samples in PDF format for consideration.

Nice To Haves

LEED AP or other certifications are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Develop creative and technically sound solutions to design challenges while maintaining high standards of design excellence.
Coordinate project drawings, specifications, and documentation with the project team, aligning them with design intent and budget.
Lead collaboration within project teams and generate innovative design ideas and solutions.
Apply advanced architectural concepts to projects, including complex assignments requiring new or improved techniques.
Integrate QA/QC procedures and practice standards into project deliverables and resolve issues.
Ensure BIM standards are applied and coordinate with the Project Manager and BIM Manager.
Provide technical guidance to less experienced staff and foster a collaborative learning environment.
Meet project deliverable deadlines and manage time to maintain project schedules and work plans.
Participate in client presentations and contribute to successful project outcomes.
Partner with the Project Manager on project financial health, document quality, claim prevention, team collaboration, and communication.
Lead cross-functional design disciplines in developing technical solutions.