What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Architect - Data Center Focused position at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects?
Description
We are seeking a talented Data Center Architect with a strong focus on data center design and management providing strategic technical guidance. This role is ideal for a professional ready to leverage their expertise in creating detailed architectural plans and ensuring seamless project execution. As a vital member of the Cuhaci Peterson team, you will play a crucial role in the design and documentation of innovative data center solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architectural Design: Lead the design of data center projects, creating detailed architectural plans that meet client specifications and industry standards.
- Provide technical expertise and recommendations on data center infrastructure, encompassing power systems, cooling solutions, network architecture, and security practices.
- Documentation: Oversee the comprehensive project documentation process, from drawings and specifications to contracts, and manage construction administration to uphold quality and alignment with design intent.
- Cross-Disciplinary Coordination: Collaborate with engineering, construction, and IT teams to integrate architectural designs with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.
- Project Management: Support project managers in overseeing the design phase, ensuring all documentation is accurate, complete, and delivered on time.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough reviews of design documents to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices. Perform in depth architectural and engineering coordination quality control checks.
- Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and address any design-related issues. Provide support for business development and sales initiatives as directed by the Principal.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Architectural Expertise: Strong background in architectural design, with experience in the AEC industry and a deep understanding of data center requirements.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in using design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM tools to create detailed architectural plans and documentation and project management software.
- Coordination Skills: Ability to work closely with engineering and construction teams to ensure designs are accurately implemented and integrated with other systems. Provide timely assistance to the Project Manager and Principal in developing the scope, schedule, and fees for responding to client RFPs.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail in creating and reviewing design documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex design concepts to diverse stakeholders. Lead all technical communication in client meetings, presentations, and discussions of project progress, address and resolve concerns or issues, and provide strategic guidance.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to address design challenges and find innovative solutions.
Recommended Experience and Education:
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field is required. A Master’s degree or additional certifications in data center design or project management is highly desirable.
- Industry Experience: A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in architectural design, with at least 3-5 years specifically focused on data center projects within the AEC industry.
- Professional Licensure: Licensure as a Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred.
- Project Experience: Proven track record of successfully managing complicated, mission-critical data center projects, including design development, construction documentation, and project coordination. Must be able to demonstrate a strong knowledge of data center construction practices, infrastructure, including power distribution, HVAC systems, networking, and security protocols.
Join us and enjoy the CP Perks:
- Superior Benefit Packages for the whole family and of course the pets too!
- Generous 401(K) company match – show me the money!!
- Generous PTO – vaca time!
- Casual “uncorporate” working environment – Jeans and Hey Dudes!!
- Employee Entertainment Benefits Discount Program.
- License renewals 100% paid by company.
- Professional membership renewals 100% paid by company.
- Continuing education lunch-n-learns, and industry convention attendance encouraged!
- Sign on bonus’.
- Relocation available.
- Tuition Reimbursement Program.
- Company sponsored charity events to participate in!
- Our Licensing Specialist loves to deal with the licensing boards and handles all the tedious forms, so you won’t have too!
- Fully staffed Permitting department – they know how to deal with the jurisdictions!
- Highly skilled Designers in our Design Department – they love turning ideas into reality!
- Various sectors of business to include - Grocery, Retail, Big Box, Power Centers, Senior Living, Restaurant, Industrial, Multi-family, Convenience – We love bringing communities to life!
- We have experts in MEP, Fire Protection and Structural who tackle the technical issues!
- Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night keeps our CA department from their appointed surveys!
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Additionally, this job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship between the employee and Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, Engineers & Planners, Inc.
Salary : $100,000 - $135,000