Sr Architect- Construction

Children's National Hospital

4d • $123,635 - $206,066

About The Position

The Senior Architect will report to the Vice President of Facility Space Planning and Construction and will plan, schedule and manage large scale strategic projects to achieve organizational objectives within defined timeframe, scope and budget. Responsible for project workplan development and measurement, establishment of project communication and implementation of risk management plans. Will be responsible for Capital project budget preparation. Will lead and manage the planning and design of projects, including but not limited to managing feasibility studies, project programming and all design phases, project contract administration, monitoring project schedules, monitoring budgets, providing cash flow analysis and projections and processing change orders and pay applications. Will work with the Directors of Construction, Space Planning & Program Management and Engineering to coordinate schedules, finance and logistical matters with contractors, design professionals and impacted CNMC personnel. Will work cooperatively with strategic planners to assure projects meet stakeholders expectations and are financially viable before construction is initiated.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor of Architecture or related graphic design degree (Required)
• Architecture- Licensed to practice in Maryland, Virginia or D.C. (Required)
• 7 years Progressively responsible experience (multi-million dollar projects) in planning and design of projects in a healthcare facilities (Required)
• Demonstrates strong project and contract administration skills, leadership attributes (strategic thinking, sharing of organizational goals, leading multidisciplinary groups).
• Ability to multi-task, excellent organizational skills and effective communication and presentation skills.
• Working knowledge of E-Builder, Microsoft Excel and Word, PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• Green Building- LEED AP, or similar (preferred)
• Certified Healthcare Architect- ACHA (preferred)
• Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification- EDAC (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development of designs for regulatory approvals.
• Insure designs maintains facilities standards and are in compliance with CNMC Master Plan for Facilities.
• Manage assigned projects, working with departments to develop conceptual designs and prepare budget estimates.
• Monitor projects on a daily basis for compliance with project design and contractual agreements.
• Negotiate and prepare contracts for design professionals and various vendors.
• Monitor project costs and execute project Change Orders and Pay Applications.
• Insure all project close-out documents are filed in Construction Office.
• Insure all project documentation is uploaded and stored in E-Builder.
• Set and achieve department goals.
• Align budgets and resources to meet division goals.
• Monitor and support a safe and quality environment.
• Engage Clearly communicate organizational strategies.
• Support Director in maintaining a positive work environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior