Senior Architect - Industrial/Project - Federal Team

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Atlanta, GA

2d•$143,528 - $234,696•Hybrid

About The Position

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference. At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution. We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives. You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines. Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together. With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in architecture from an NAAB or a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
Typically, a minimum of 11 years related work experience.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Requires a professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country or be in active pursuit of such registration.

Nice To Haves

Proficient in Revit
Licensed as a registered architect
Experience with Commercial/Industrial projects with diverse requirements especially focused on manufacturing facilities, such as Food & Bev, Pharma, Semiconductor, or Consumer Goods
Advanced knowledge of architectural design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to assigned architectural discipline
Intermediate knowledge of other facility disciplines, with extensive experience in coordination
Proven track record of working with clients to understand unique constraints and developing creative solutions
Advanced ability to interpret architectural deliverable content as assigned
Intermediate industry knowledge and technology trends
Intermediate knowledge of construction and constructability practices and principles
Intermediate knowledge of procurement and contract administration
Working knowledge of process and procedures for project controls and estimating
Intermediate knowledge of technical aspects of the proposal process
Intermediate knowledge of management techniques and administrative practices

Responsibilities

Function as a technical specialist in a lead architectural role.
Independently develop and apply advanced architectural techniques, concepts and approaches to unique architectural problems.
Contribute to execution planning and project scope development, including level of effort and project deliverable definition.
Serve as a technical Subject Matter Expert specialist, providing knowledge and expertise for Manufacturing projects.
Facilitate development of internal standards, procedures and details.
Responsible for assisting with identification of key client requirements and drivers on moderately complex projects.
Communicates client requirements and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work on moderately complex projects.
Lead larger production teams; coordinating multiple discipline activity; and serving as the responsible charge for a project.
Prepares a variety of complex architectural deliverables for larger or multiple projects.
Actively coordinate with all other internal/external team members on moderately complex projects.
Performs complex research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection.
Oversees collection, assimilation, and management of data for architectural work.
Prepares architectural calculations following standard methods and principles.
Manages assigned budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
Independently apply advanced techniques and analysis problems and methods.
Equally comfortable receiving feedback and guidance, as well as providing guidance and direction to more junior architectural staff.
Provides guidance and direction on department design guides, standards, systems, applicable codes and Black and Veatch policies.
Assists in developing, maintaining and updating architectural standards.
Provides technical guidance to others regarding projects and disciplines.
Independently applies knowledge and complies with Black and Veatch quality program relative to assigned tasks.
Provides related guidance and direction to others.
Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
Performs complex research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection.
May provide support to business development or pursuit activities.
Serves as a technical specialist and has knowledge and skill set to provide consultation and guidance to project teams in a particular practice area.
Typically supports multiple projects on the complex technical challenges.
Develops and applies advanced concepts and approaches to unique architectural problems.
Administrative responsibilities may include office administration, career planning, and learning and development.
Ensures policies, procedures, and processes are effectively implemented and communicated for workgroup.
Ensures adherence to corporate and division programs.
May approve timesheets and expense reports.