LEAD ARCHITECT, FOOD & BEVERAGE

Carroll Daniel•Gainesville, GA

10d

About The Position

Carroll Daniel Engineering is seeking an experienced Lead Architect to join our Food and Beverage Division. This role leads to the development of architectural solutions from early concepts through construction, collaborating closely with operations, preconstruction, structural, and other engineering disciplines to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and aligned with project schedules. The Lead Architect works directly with clients and internal teams to translate project goals into coordinated design solutions that meet functional, regulatory, and budget requirements. Working alongside the Director of Preconstruction and Operations teams, the Lead Architect ensures the owner’s objectives are realized, Carroll Daniel’s project goals are achieved, and the design remains fully integrated with construction execution. Serving as the central point of coordination between the Owner, design consultants, Carroll Daniel teams, and subcontractors, the Lead Architect drives project success by maintaining focus on client satisfaction, team effectiveness, risk mitigation, financial performance, quality, and schedule. This role balances design intent with constructability to deliver successful design-build projects. The F&B Lead Architect operates within the Design Department but will exclusively serve the Food and Beverage Division.

Requirements

Technical Strong BIM proficiency (Revit-based workflow required)
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary industrial projects
Knowledge of construction document production and CSI specifications
Understanding of industrial and/or Food & Beverage facility requirements preferred
Problem Solving
Results Driven
Establishes Priorities
Flexible and Adaptable
Decision Making / Judgment
Customer Focus
Conflict Resolution
Innovative / Solutions Oriented
Accepts Supervision and Constructive Criticism
Commitment to Professional Development
Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or related field
10+ years of experience in the A/E Building Design & Construction industry
5+ years of experience in Design-Build and managing teams through the process of Design Integration to Start of Construction
Revit Bim Collaborate Pro / BIM360
Navisworks
AutoCAD
Lumion
Preparation of CSI specifications, SpecLink
Submittal review
Understanding of industrial/ process coordination preferred

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in food and beverage, freezer/cooler, controlled environment or industrial manufacturing facility projects is desirable.
Registered Architect (R.A) is preferred

Responsibilities

Provide architectural design leadership and project management throughout all phases of design and construction.
Develop conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documents (drawings and specifications).
Produce rendered images, animations, and marketing materials to support project pursuits and business development efforts.
Deliver milestone packages in accordance with project schedules and quality standards.
Establish and maintain drafting templates, BIM standards, and design libraries to support internal workflows.
Support 5D / Model-Based Estimating collaboration with Preconstruction teams.
Assist in Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) efforts including model coordination and clash detection.
Apply knowledge of construction means and methods across projects of varying size and complexity.
Support preconstruction planning, field coordination, and construction administration activities.
Participate in site visits to gather data, verify existing conditions, and support field teams.
Support design-build project pursuits, including development of project scope, preparation of proposal deliverables, and participation in client presentations and interviews.
Along with the construction Operations Team Lead, coordinate with Preconstruction and Design to ensure the appropriate Budget is established, all design and preconstruction meetings are conducted, as required.
Work with Preconstruction to analyze alternative design options
Lead architectural design efforts from concept through construction, ensuring design intent, quality, and technical accuracy.
Coordinate closely with structural, MEP, refrigeration, and process engineering disciplines to develop integrated building solutions.
Collaborate closely with construction, estimating, and engineering teams to ensure design solutions are practical, buildable, and aligned with project budgets.
Ensure compliance with building codes, life safety requirements, and applicable regulations and other local codes and standards.
Serve as a leader during design coordination meetings with clients, consultants, and internal project teams.
Review submittals, respond to RFIs, and support the team during the construction administration phase.
Coordinate multidisciplinary design efforts and resolve design conflicts, constructability issues, and field constraints early in the design process.
Mentor and support the development of junior architects and designers.
Coordinate with project management to ensure design deliverables meet project milestones.
Contribute to continuous improvement of design standards, workflows, and technical practices within the organization.