Project Architect

The High Companies•Lancaster, PA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Architect is responsible for overall project design and management under the direction and review by the Managing Director of Greenfield Architects, Ltd. This includes application of a high degree of design and technical skills, building code compliance, project administration, schedule, cost, and quality control. Greenfield Architects Ltd. was established in 1990 and brings unsurpassed experience in facility design, construction, and energy performance. We are committed to innovation, industry leadership, environmental stewardship, and helping meet the needs of our community.

Requirements

Licensed Architect
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a recognized branch of Architectural Engineering under a curriculum accredited by the NAAB and NCARB or related field
7 or more years of Architectural firm experience
Revit proficiency required, AutoCAD proficiency preferred

Nice To Haves

LEED BD + C preferred
Multifamily experience preferred
Proficiency with the following software preferred: Microsoft Planner, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam Revu
Demonstrated high order of architectural competence, both as an individual and as a leader in the team effort

Responsibilities

Manage client relationship including proposal development, presentation, contract management, and client communication
Involvement in the entire process from design phase to the end of construction
Manage overall production of project design drawings and construction documents for commercial projects, multi-family residential, retail centers, medical offices, hotels, distribution, industrial/manufacturing/warehousing, college/universities, churches and more.
Work independently in addition to collaborating in a team environment
Ensure customer satisfaction by coordinating and monitoring service for quality performance
Manage construction administration of projects including bidding, shop drawings, RFIs, and periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with construction documents
Manage and coordinate design team, including outside design firms/consultants, and inside resources
Utilize understanding of building costs, and drivers of those costs, while managing the design process to produce a design representing a construction project that is within established cost parameters
Produce proposals for design services with a high degree of success in competitive circumstances, and manage the production of design services within those estimated costs
Responsible for the overall production of project design drawings and construction documents
Manage projects anywhere from $2M to $80M dollars on an annual basis
Initiate and implement process changes that lead to more cost-efficient product of design services
Mentor and train others in a team atmosphere
Communicate change concepts, engage in constructive discussions about change and impact thereof, and lead change initiatives as needed
Identify multiple solutions to a problem, and evaluate and determine which solutions are most effective
Utilize creativity and innovation to think outside the box using an entrepreneurial spirit

Benefits

Tuition Assistance with 100 percent reimbursement for approved courses and degree programs which are job related and approved in advance by your supervisor
Employee Assistance Program provides professional, confidential assistance for any type of personal issue you or your eligible dependents are experiencing
Excellent benefits including medical, dental and vision available for full-time coworkers and family.
Vacation is offered to regular full-time coworkers and is earned annually on your anniversary date. You may carry over a portion of your hours into the next anniversary year
401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
Ten Paid Holidays
Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Reimbursement of one Architectural License renewal fee.
Reimbursement of membership fee to the American Institute of Architects.