Architect
Company | Gensler |
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Location | Charlotte, NC, USA |
Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
Type | Full-Time |
Degrees | Bachelor’s |
Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited school
- 10-15 years of related experience, including demonstrated success on base building and interior renovation projects
- Highly proficient in Revit
- Strong knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures
- Ability to understand how buildings are constructed and to create technical documents that succinctly describe the work to be done
- Experience with the entire project lifecycle and design process through post-occupancy
- Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
- A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
- Excellent written + verbal communication and client relationship management skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Collaborative and team-conscious
- Ability to handle difficult situations with tact, grace and style
- Must have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships through successful project delivery
- Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; Portfolios will ideally include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus
- Registered / Licensed Architect required
Responsibilities
- Resolve complex technical and design issues with team to produce innovative technical/constructible solutions
- Resolves complex technical/design issues and detailing
- Production of drawings, specifications and construction administration tasks while also having the ability to produce drawings and specifications
- Responsible for oversight and delivery of documents with design intent and top-notch technical quality
- Provides guidance and mentorship to team
- Maintain and oversee the project manual and specifications
- Manage multiple aspects of client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with consultants (structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, building envelope, life safety, etc.)
- Manage communication between project team, client, vendors, contractors, and consultants
- Conduct on-site observations and document site reviews
- Process submittals/substitution requests during construction and address RFIs
- Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project
- Actively participate and contribute to the financial performance of project
- Ensure projects conform to contract
- Actively leading teams for successful delivery of projects
- Managing client expectations, team communication and oversight of consultant coordination
- Contribute to office activities, initiatives and learning programs
- Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships through successful project delivery
Preferred Qualifications
- Portfolios will ideally include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus