SCA Architect

Gilbane Building Company • New York, NY

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Gilbane is seeking a SCA Architect to serve as the School Construction Authority's on-site representative, overseeing one or more construction projects at various stages of development. This role offers extensive career growth opportunities within Gilbane, a family-owned business with 45 offices and a Top-10 ENR Contractor since 1870. Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time, building diverse structures like schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, and sports arenas. The company fosters a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, encouraging all interested candidates to apply even if their experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification. The ideal candidate acts inclusively, shows empathy, treats others with respect, and upholds Gilbane’s core value of Caring and a “People First” culture. They are strong problem solvers, adaptable, self-starters who demonstrate passion, commitment, ownership, and a drive for results, always seeking new and improved ways of doing things. Core values include Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook; Bluebeam Revu; AutoCAD; and Adobe InDesign
• Minimum 5 years experience in drafting plans and sections in AutoCAD, interpreting NYC Zoning Resolution and NYC Construction Codes.

Nice To Haves

• Valid New York State registration as an Architect preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop test fits and feasibility studies for new buildings and additions. Including creative solutions such as vertical additions requiring significant architectural and structural analysis.
• Analyze land use regulations, NYC Construction Codes, NYC Zoning Resolution, and other applicable requirements for proposed sites.
• Conduct site observations and prepare field reports.
• Present studies to an interdisciplinary committee of internal stakeholders.
• Provide technical assistance for Real Estate, Legal, and Capital Plan Management in negotiations with developers.
• Engage with developers and other stakeholders in pre-design meetings for mixed-use projects.
• Perform scope and design review of Capacity and CIP projects at all phase submissions
• Work with a wide range of technical, professional, managerial and support personnel as well as outside consultants, contractors, vendors and various government agencies.
• Assist in preparing new design standards and procedures.
• Handle multiple projects at the same time.
• Serve as a member of project teams.
• Maintain and develop general understanding of architectural and engineering principles.

Benefits

• multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources
• enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills
• work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day
• excellent total compensation package
• competitive health and welfare benefits
• generous profit-sharing/401k plan
• invest in our employees’ education
• built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees