Project Architect

WATG•New York, NY

2d•$100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

WATG is hiring a Project Architect for our office in New York. ROLE The Project Architect is responsible for project deliverables, the technical content of documents, the implementation of comments, QA reviews, and the coordination of disciplines, including consultants. A licensed architect who directs the work assignments of a diverse project team as well as coordinates with clients, consultants, and contractors. The Project Architect is accountable to the Project Manager and Project Designer for project performance and team communications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture
Professional license required
10+ years of experience designing small to mid-size architectural projects, including urban and resort hotels, mixed-use and renovation projects
Proficiency in technical skills, including AutoCAD, and 3D modeling software, like Rhino and SketchUp
Strong proficiency in Revit required
Sketching skills required
Knowledge of architectural building systems, integrated design, trends, construction methodology, QA/QC process, CA process, and building codes
Experienced in client management and negotiations
Effective project management skills, keeping within established deadlines and budgets
Works successfully in a team environment
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Travel may be required

Nice To Haves

Environmental accreditation preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures the overall design intent of the project established by the Project Designer is incorporated into the detailed project documentation
Monitors the design process from the conceptual phase through construction administration, and validates that the design idea is properly executed
Is responsible for the technical resolution and coordination of a defined portion of one or more projects, including the coordination of drawings and specifications
Reviews the accuracy and completeness of reports, plans, estimates, and calculations
Coordinates and tracks shared electronic documentation and files with the project team, clients, and consultants
Writes reports and documentation to consultants and vendors to issue changes and track resolutions
Prepares minutes of consultant coordination meetings
Manages project documents and identifies the sheets planned for each stage of the work, including defining how data will be organized into files and which elements will be incorporated in a Building Information Model (BIM)
Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
Coordinates communication with other service lines, vendors, and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements, providing support when necessary
Manages construction detail documentation for quality assurance, quality control, and best practice standards
Supervises the preparation of technical drawings by other team members
Directs the work of team members, providing mentoring and development opportunities
Fosters a green workplace through sustainable work practices and incorporates sustainable design solutions into projects