Project Architect

RLF•Orlando, FL

75d•Hybrid

About The Position

RLF is currently seeking a creative, talented, Project Architect. Will provide professional architectural consultation in the planning, design, and coordination of large complex projects. Must be able to collaborate with both clients and peers during all phases of the design delivery process, be self-motivated, and work effectively in a team environment. Will be part of a team of design professionals and provide support to the Project Manager in generating quality documents that will be used for design, permitting, bidding, and construction in our federal and/or healthcare market sectors. In this role you will Collaborate with project team in all phases of the design process and coordinate the work of in-house engineers and external consultants. Work closely with the Project Manager to execute project plans within project scope, timeline, and budget. Review value engineering alternative solutions as needed to keep the project on budget. Be responsible for specific technical design aspects of an assigned major project, including investigation, evaluation, and recommendation of design solutions that best meet the client’s needs. Write technical reports including existing building assessments and concept design narratives. Conduct material and methods research and collect product data as required to generate the architectural technical specifications of a project. Perform technical detailing and oversite. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to other architectural staff. Conduct Quality Control review of documents before major milestones on projects. Occasionally attend and lead client meetings. Able to present and maintain the design idea as well as discuss the technical aspects of the project to client leaders and project stakeholders. Carry out field investigation as required to validate existing site and building conditions. Able to organize and lead a team of support staff to fully document the existing conditions on large projects. Conduct building code and life safety analyses for assigned projects. Review code interpretations for other projects and recommend improvements where deficiencies are discovered. Ensure planning and efficient organization of the technical documentation required to show conformance to applicable codes and construct the project. Review shop drawings, respond to RFI’s and conduct site observation during the construction administration phase of the project. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture. Master’s degree a plus.
Licensed architect preferred.
4+ years of experience producing and coordinating design and construction documents.
Strong software skills using Microsoft 365, Bluebeam, Adobe, Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Desktop Connector.
Familiarity with Revit productivity add-Ins such as Ideate Software, CTC Tools, DiRoots, or PyRevit desired but not required.
Familiarity with 3D visualization tools such as Enscape and TwinMotion desired but not required.
Experience in project scheduling and work breakdown structures.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to draw 2D detailing components that are concise and accurate.

Nice To Haves

Federal healthcare and non-healthcare experience, primarily with NAVFAC and USACE and their guidelines. Federal VA project experience a plus.
Familiarity with FGI guidelines and experience working with Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
Experience writing and editing specifications utilizing the Masterspec specification format.
Experience working on complex renovation projects that require multiple phases.
Experience working on technical studies, narratives, and/or request for proposal documentation.
Experience conducting technical quality control reviews and redlining of the architectural portions of the project.
Experience with Design-Build projects.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with project team in all phases of the design process and coordinate the work of in-house engineers and external consultants.
Work closely with the Project Manager to execute project plans within project scope, timeline, and budget.
Review value engineering alternative solutions as needed to keep the project on budget.
Be responsible for specific technical design aspects of an assigned major project, including investigation, evaluation, and recommendation of design solutions that best meet the client’s needs.
Write technical reports including existing building assessments and concept design narratives.
Conduct material and methods research and collect product data as required to generate the architectural technical specifications of a project.
Perform technical detailing and oversite. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to other architectural staff.
Conduct Quality Control review of documents before major milestones on projects.
Occasionally attend and lead client meetings. Able to present and maintain the design idea as well as discuss the technical aspects of the project to client leaders and project stakeholders.
Carry out field investigation as required to validate existing site and building conditions. Able to organize and lead a team of support staff to fully document the existing conditions on large projects.
Conduct building code and life safety analyses for assigned projects. Review code interpretations for other projects and recommend improvements where deficiencies are discovered.
Ensure planning and efficient organization of the technical documentation required to show conformance to applicable codes and construct the project.
Review shop drawings, respond to RFI’s and conduct site observation during the construction administration phase of the project.
Other duties as assigned.