Senior Architect - Health Market
About The Position
Gresham Smith is seeking a Senior Architect with a focus on the Health Market. This role is crucial in leading the delivery of medium to large-scale healthcare projects, directing technical teams, and ensuring successful project execution. The architect will collaborate with project leadership to manage timelines, prepare and coordinate deliverables, and oversee quality control processes. Responsibilities include code analysis, client presentations, product research, site visits, and mentorship of junior staff. The position emphasizes design excellence, sustainable practices, and contributing to the creation of healthy and thriving communities. This role offers an opportunity for professional growth within a supportive, people-first culture.
Requirements
- 5-year Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited University program.
- Minimum of 12 years of job-related experience.
- Architecture License required.
- Demonstrated proficiency using Revit and AutoCAD required.
- Ability to interact professionally and comfortably with various personalities and communication styles and build and maintain excellent interpersonal relationships.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly in Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Excellent knowledge of architectural building systems, accessibility guidelines, building codes, and Quality Control skills.
- Strong presentation, time management, and organizational skills.
- Portfolio of work samples along with a resume/CV in your online application.
Nice To Haves
- Healthcare experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience using Rhino, Photoshop, Sketch-up, Lumion, Enscape, and/or other 3D rendering software programs is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of medium to large-size healthcare projects.
- Direct consultant and technical teams to ensure successful execution of project design and deliverables.
- Work alongside the Project Executive and Project Manager to create and oversee production timelines, clearly defining and meeting deadlines.
- Prepare, review, and coordinate deliverables, by managing the work of production staff and consultants, in accordance with our standards and in adherence to our QA/QC processes.
- Supervise code analysis and verify zoning requirements.
- Facilitate design discussions, internally and externally, and lead collaborative work sessions with consultants.
- Develop and present client presentations.
- Conduct product research and assist the team in selecting appropriate materials and systems.
- Attend site visits, field reviews, and project meetings and document relevant information.
- Review submittments, support, and/or lead field observations and agency reviews.
- Focus on the professional development of staff through mentorship.
- Promote a positive team atmosphere.
- Advocate for the firm’s principles of design excellence by integrating sustainable practices.
Benefits
- Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.
- Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.
- Competitive Benefits: Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO
- Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
- Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
- Family Planning and Parental Leave
- Mass/Public Transit Program
- Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
