Senior Project Architect - Healthcare Design

Perkins Will • Minneapolis, MN

165d • $107,000 - $157,300

About The Position

As a Senior Project Architect on the Perkins&Will team, you will be responsible for leading all phases of the design process with a high level of proficiency and expertise while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, project management, execution and living design. You will understand and respond to technical implications, design decisions and project financial goals. You will lead and participate in project documentation development and the production of deliverable drawings and specifications. Additionally, you will oversee and manage Quality Control reviews at each phase for conformance with firm standards, contractual obligations and project design intent, with a focus on quality, accuracy, legibility, completeness and constructability. You will direct project Quality Assurance efforts and be responsible for adherence with Perkins&Will standards. You will be accountable for effective project coordination efforts among internal disciplines (architecture, interior design, landscape architecture) and with external consultants. Communication with clients related to project technical matters will also be part of your responsibilities. You will oversee project regulatory reviews (building code, accessibility, zoning) and coordination with, and submission to, authorities having jurisdiction. Ensuring effective and efficient team performance of construction contract administration responsibilities is crucial. You will maintain awareness of evolving building technology and engineering systems relevant to project work, contribute to project marketing pursuits, proposal preparation and interviews, and lead collaborative teams in design reviews, charettes and pin-ups. Strong and effective communication, decision making and collaboration skills are essential to inspire high team performance. Mentoring staff and providing oversight of assignments will also be part of your role.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience, focusing on Healthcare Design.
• Proficiencies in building, zoning, energy codes, site analysis, preliminary design studies, contract documents, specifications, construction contract administration, project team organization and management, consultant coordination, and client communication.
• Advanced knowledge of Revit and other design software.
• Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required.
• Architectural license required.
• LEED GA within 6 months of hire.
• Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the design process with proficiency and expertise.
• Understand and respond to technical implications, design decisions, and project financial goals.
• Lead and participate in project documentation development and production of deliverable drawings and specifications.
• Oversee and manage Quality Control reviews for conformance with firm standards and project design intent.
• Direct project Quality Assurance efforts and ensure adherence to Perkins&Will standards.
• Accountable for effective project coordination among internal disciplines and external consultants.
• Communicate with clients regarding project technical matters.
• Oversee project regulatory reviews and coordination with authorities having jurisdiction.
• Ensure effective team performance of construction contract administration responsibilities.
• Maintain awareness of evolving building technology and engineering systems.
• Contribute to project marketing pursuits, proposal preparation, and interviews.
• Lead collaborative teams in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
• Demonstrate strong communication, decision making, and collaboration skills.
• Mentor staff and provide oversight of assignments.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness programs
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees