Architect Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Architecture, Design, or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• Five years of relevant experience in architectural design or a related field.
• Experience in a healthcare environment.
• Architect license in the State of Michigan.
• State of Michigan driver’s license.
• Experience with CAD and Revit, as referenced in the duties.

Responsibilities

• Assess space-related issues and needs, develop alternatives, and anticipate the outcomes of each alternative.
• Communicate proposed space solutions and related phasing to administrative and project management staff for review and prioritization by the Director.
• Manage professional design consultant services, including directing, coordinating, and reviewing or approving plans, programs, designs, bid documents, specifications, estimates, and budgets.
• Work with internal client teams and leadership to develop design solutions and programming, present multiple concepts, and lead teams to an approved conceptual design.
• Produce architectural design drawings, from conceptual designs through construction documents, for building construction, renovation, and improvement projects as needed.
• Develop architectural documents using CAD and Revit for space programs, preliminary and schematic plans, and outline specifications of materials and equipment.
• Prepare detailed architectural drawings for permitting for construction and improvement projects.
• Prepare alternate design schemes, project phasing, records, and reports for renovations and new construction.
• Field-measure areas and create as-built drawings to evaluate proposed design and construction requests.
• Consult with departments and staff on planning, design, and construction of renovations and additions, and provide input on project feasibility.
• Coordinate with clients, design staff, project managers, contractors, and service departments to ensure services are coordinated.
• Act as liaison to design firms and contractors on renovation and construction projects.
• Manage construction administration as the owner’s representative, including responses to RFIs, shop drawings, and agency review comments.
• Review subcontractor shop drawings for technical accuracy and compliance with specifications, contract agreements, and SH standards.
• Collaborate with project managers on project budgets and schedules.
• Manage architectural and engineering consultants in creating and implementing design plans.
• Review and approve consultant and specialty consultant work for quality in studies and design and construction documents.
• Provide technical expertise on regulatory codes and development and review of policies and procedures related to NFPA, FGI, and State of Michigan regulatory codes.
• Perform other assignments as directed by management.
• Maintain effective working relationships, demonstrate teamwork and integrity, and contribute to a safe work environment while following safety policies and using protective gear when required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other offerings.
• Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.