Managing Architect

Ferguson Construction Company•Minerva Park, OH

70d•Onsite

About The Position

Ferguson Construction is seeking an architect to join its internal, interdisciplinary design team. This is an on-site position based in one of the company’s regional offices in Sidney, Columbus, or Dayton, Ohio, or Indianapolis, Indiana. Ferguson is a Design-Build contractor serving industrial, commercial, non-profit, educational, recreational, retail, religious, and healthcare sectors. The Managing Architect will lead building design through the Design-Build process, from conceptual development and code analysis through construction documents, permit submission, and construction support. The role works directly with customers to understand their needs and develop functional, distinctive spaces, while collaborating with internal teams and external consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers. Projects typically run from first contact to completion in six to twelve months. The position combines project management and hands-on design work, including mentoring designers and university co-op students. Ferguson encourages cross-training and collaboration with its estimating, operations, quality control, and safety staff. The company has operated since 1920 and its staff designs and develops more than $125 million in Design-Build work annually.

Requirements

Hold a professional degree.
Be a registered architect and able to be registered in Ohio and Indiana.
Have a minimum of 5 years of experience; 10 or more years is preferred.
Have problem-solving skills and an understanding of construction.
Be able to meet and work with clients to understand and meet their needs.
Be proficient and well-versed in Revit, with knowledge of AutoCAD.
Be organized and have strong communication skills.
Be quality-, deadline-, and detail-oriented, with a customer focus.

Nice To Haves

10 or more years of experience.

Responsibilities

Manage and complete a variety of large and small building projects from conceptual design through final design and detailing.
Develop conceptual designs for new buildings, additions, and renovations while considering cost and constructability.
Work with design staff to detail and assemble construction documents in Revit.
Help develop drawing standards and best practices.
Work with a team to prepare and review design drawings.
Submit permit applications and respond to plan corrections.
Lead and mentor designers and university co-op students, helping advance their skills and prepare them for full-time employment.
Collaborate with outside consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Collaborate with internal colleagues, including the Director of Design, architectural and civil designers, business development professionals, estimators, project managers, site superintendents, and crew leaders.
Meet with customers alongside business development staff to understand their needs and develop appropriate designs.
Provide construction support through project completion.