Architecture Sr. Design Manager- Japanese Speaking

Gray Architects & Engineers•Atlanta, GA

10d

About The Position

Gray AES is looking for an Architecture Sr. Design Manager- Japanese Speaking to join our team in either our Atlanta, GA, Birmingham, AL, Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX or Lexington, KY office. Why Gray AES? Gray is a family-owned, fully integrated global service provider specializing in engineering, design, construction, digital, equipment manufacturing, and real estate services. Deeply rooted in EAC services, Gray serves both domestic and international customers across our core markets: Food & Beverage , Manufacturing , Automotive , Distribution , Mission Critical , and Commercial . At Gray, our purpose is to make a positive difference in people's lives and build a better future. Gray AES, the professional services arm of Gray, is a top-ranked firm offering architecture, engineering, and automation services across the globe. Made up of multidisciplinary teams of architects, engineers, and project managers, these collaborative teams work every day to provide unique, customized solutions for our customers. It’s the spirit of our people – the passion, commitment, and a great team environment – that makes our company a great place to work. Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; degree from a technical college; or minimum of seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess basic computer skills including the ability to utilize word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail and AutoCad applications.
May require knowledge of applications specific to the project assigned.
Must also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The new team member should be an energetic, self-motivated individual who enjoys a team environment, as well as a passion for collaboration and professional development.
If you are a high achiever striving to exceed expectations in a fast-paced innovative company, then Gray AES is the place for you.

Responsibilities

Review design proposal criteria and facilitate preparation of proposal documents for use by construction personnel, subcontractors, and vendors.
Provide research regarding the project design, along with applicable code and regulatory requirements.
Consults with customer to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure or renovation, and prepares information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, and equipment.
Prepares the layout of project and integrates engineering elements into unified design for customer review and approval.
Responsible for quality assurance and quality control of design documents for all design disciplines including but not limited to review of documents prepared by Architectural Technicians, sub-consultants and design-build subcontractors.
Prepare and administer design contracts with the customer and/or sub-consultants.
Facilitate design reviews and presentation of current design documents for customer review and approval.
Coordinates design activities with customers and Gray AES sub-consultants.
Facilitate the preparation of schematic, design development, and construction documents and manages construction administration activities for the project.
Develop a design schedule and estimate of A/E costs for projects.
Monitor project design activities to assure compliance with Gray AES standards and procedures.
Manage all administrative tasks related to design for the project.
Manage all costs related to design activities to ensure accurate cost control.
Other duties may be assigned.