Senior Project Architect

Perkins&Will•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

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. Understands and responds to technical implications, design decisions and project financial goals. Leads and participates in project documentation development and the production of deliverable drawings and specifications. Oversees and manages 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 constructibility. Directs project Quality Assurance efforts and responsible for adherence with Perkins&Will standards. Accountable for effective project coordination efforts among internal disciplines (architecture, interior design, landscape architecture) and with external consultants. Communicates with clients related to project technical matters. Oversees project regulatory reviews (building code, accessibility, zoning) and coordination with, and submission to, authorities having jurisdiction. Ensures effective and efficient of team performance of construction contract administration responsibilities. Maintains awareness of evolving building technology and engineering systems relevant to project work. Contributes to project marketing pursuits, proposal preparation and interviews. Leads collaborative teams in design reviews, charettes and pin-ups. Demonstrates strong and effective communication, decision making and collaboration, which inspires high team performance. Mentors staff and provides oversight of assignments.

Requirements

10-15+ years of experience
Professional Licensure
Building, zoning, energy and zoning codes
Site analysis
Preliminary design studies
Contract documents
Specifications
Construction contract administration
Project team organization and management
Consultant coordination
Client communication
Advanced Revit
Conceptual and computational modeling tools such as Rhino, including Grasshopper scripting
Microsoft Office Suite and 365
Adobe Creative Cloud including presentation skills such as InDesign and Photoshop
Visualization tools such as Enscape, Lumion and VRay
Physical modeling tools such as 3D printing and laser cutting
Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop
Environmental Analysis software such as Pollination Ladybug and Climate Studio
LEED GA within 6 months of hire
Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation
Architectural license
Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required

Responsibilities

Leads all phases of the design process
Adheres to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, project management, execution and living design
Understands and responds to technical implications, design decisions and project financial goals
Leads and participates in project documentation development and the production of deliverable drawings and specifications
Oversees and manages Quality Control reviews at each phase
Directs project Quality Assurance efforts and responsible for adherence with Perkins&Will standards
Accountable for effective project coordination efforts among internal disciplines and with external consultants
Communicates with clients related to project technical matters
Oversees project regulatory reviews and coordination with authorities having jurisdiction
Ensures effective and efficient of team performance of construction contract administration responsibilities
Maintains awareness of evolving building technology and engineering systems relevant to project work
Contributes to project marketing pursuits, proposal preparation and interviews
Leads collaborative teams in design reviews, charettes and pin-ups
Demonstrates strong and effective communication, decision making and collaboration, which inspires high team performance
Mentors staff and provides oversight of assignments