Healthcare Project Architect with Revit Experience

JRJ Architects•Portland, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

JRJ Architects is seeking a Healthcare Project Architect for full-time work in their Portland, OR metro area office. The role involves enhancing the team's ability to provide outstanding service to clients and meet future demands. This position is currently in-person, with potential for remote or hybrid work arrangements in the future. JRJ Architects is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture with 5+ years professional architecture experience designing commercial use buildings required.
Excellent understanding of architectural principals and best practices including the ability to research and stay abreast of new industry developments, trends, and best practices.
Knowledgeable of building regulations and AHJs.
Strong knowledge of building codes, standards, and regulations.
Visual awareness and an eye for detail.
Excellent drawing and design skills.
Experience establishing, growing, and developing client relationships.
Detail oriented and highly organized.
Excellent project management skills, with the ability to create, monitor, and adhere to project schedules.
Ability to work efficiently and switch priorities as needed to manage tasks for multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work calmly and effectively under deadlines.
Ability to ensure work and activities are fiscally responsible and meet budget requirements.
Effective and professional written & verbal communication skills.
Ability to work autonomously and be self-directed.
Cooperative & collaborative team member.
Ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with all co-workers, clients, consultants, construction agencies, general contractors, users, authorities having jurisdiction, and other business partners.
Demonstrates a positive attitude in the office regarding work assignments, teamwork, and company goals.
Proficient and efficient in use of AutoCAD/Revit and other industry standard design software applications.
Proficient in standard office procedures, software, and communications technology.

Nice To Haves

Professional licensure preferred.
Regional Healthcare architecture experience highly preferred.
FGI and NFPA knowledge preferred.
Team management and leadership skills preferred including the ability to effectively lead a team from design through construction.

Responsibilities

Research, plan, and create high quality and functional designs by hand and using AutoCAD/Revit for assigned building projects.
Produce professional quality conceptual plans, renderings, and associated documents.
Work collaboratively with the project team to create functional and esthetically pleasing designs which meet client needs.
Coordinate and integrate engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval.
Assist in research and coordination of materials and products for project specifications.
Troubleshoot issues as they arise and develop creative and effective solutions in collaboration with the design team.
Oversee red-line changes and document revisions as necessary.
Write and present reports, proposals, transmittals and permits.
Conduct site visits and document conditions/progress reports during the design and construction phases of assigned projects.
Ensure design meets all applicable codes and standards.
Interface with code enforcing agencies and construction officials during the permitting and construction phase of the project.
Collaborate and coordinate with consultants, construction agencies, general contractors, users, and authorities having jurisdiction to ensure successful completion of projects within established budget and timeframe.
Process submittals, substitution requests, and RFI’s during construction if necessary.
Maintain appropriate records for project phases in accordance with established firm and industry standards.
Ensure all project activities are budget responsible and meet established schedule and deadlines.
Participate in marketing efforts, proposals, presentations, and new client interviews as needed.