What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architectural Staff Level II position at Carapella Architecture?
Position Description: This position reports to Project Architects who work under the supervision and direction of the architectural Team Leader. The ideal candidate possesses demonstrated experience in production of construction documentation, coordination of consultant work and regulatory agency requirements, an understanding of how a project moves from conception to delivery, and the ability to proactively navigate and organize that process. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with a project team, identify, and delegate or perform tasks, and coordinate with the design team and consultants to create a coordinated ARCHITECTURAL JOB CAPTAIN set of construction documents. This position is also responsible for ongoing design and technical development of projects.
Responsibilities
Responsible for production of design deliverables and construction documentation through all phases of the design process, with input from the Project Architect • Ensure that designs comply with regulatory and code requirements applicable to the project • Assist Project Architect in developing and meeting project schedule and budget • Perform reviews of design deliverables and construction documentation, create “Redlines” for production staff, and identify and delegate tasks necessary to move the project and deliverables forward • Assist Project Architect in organizing and distributing project documents and deliverables through all phases • Assist the Project Architect in researching materials, finishes, and construction assemblies and gathering necessary information to develop details and specifications • Assist the Project Architect in Construction Administration tasks including responding to RFI’s, resolving problematic field conditions, and issuing sketches, directives and change-orders • Responsible for ongoing adherence to BIM / Documentation standards and best-practices
Education and Professional Experience • BA or MA in Architecture or completion of non-accredited Architecture or Architectural Technology program • Minimum 6 years of experience focused on production of construction documents • 4 years of experience with commercial, institutional, and multi-family housing construction projects .
Technical Skills • Proficient in Revit, Adobe and MS Office (Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel) • Familiarity with SketchUp, Formit, Rhino, or 3D Studio Max would be a plus • Possesses foundational knowledge of MEP, Structural, and Fire Protection systems and demonstrated experience coordinating building systems to integrate effectively with the design • Possesses deep knowledge in construction practices, building science, technology, and detailing • Possesses deep knowledge in architectural design, production of construction documentation, and the construction administration process