What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architect II - Commercial and Residential position at Dean Snyder Construction Co?
What We Offer:
- Benefit Package (Medical, Dental. Life, short term and long-term disability ins. Etc.)
- Competitive wages
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Retirement Savings program (401k) with employer match
- Generous PTO program
- Paid Holidays (seven days per year)
- Bonuses
Why Work Here:
- Flexible Schedule
- Weekly Pay
- Partially Employee Owned/Family owned
- Employee Training programs
- Opportunities for advancement
About the Job:
The Architect II will plan and design, and/or facilitate the execution of new building designs, and plan, design and/or facilitate the execution of building expansions or renovations according to client’s needs, desires, and financial resources.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Creates project designs and plans for all phases of projects and coordinates building design consultants while monitoring drawings
- Estimates scope of work and oversees less experienced project managers
- Develops solutions and creates project designs and plans
- Initiates and creates project designs and plans of all phases of one or more projects and has responsibility for preparing presentation and design drawings
- Serves as primary liaison contact with clients to bring projects to completion on schedule, within budget and with maximum client satisfaction
- Actively manages client budgets, schedules, and programs; budget and schedule; project communications and documentation; office administrative tasks; and project team assignments
- Estimates fees, determines scope of work, and prepares proposals and contracts on the most complex projects
- Provides oversight and monitoring of work of less experienced project managers
- May act in a team leader capacity in the absence of the manager
- Coordinates all project efforts in order to ensure effective execution, prepares strategic plans, and serves as primary client liaison
- Other duties as assigned
What we are Looking For:
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Extremely proficient with computer-aided design (CAD) software such as AutoCAD and Revit
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Excellent problem-solving, negotiation and consultation skills
- Ability to translate client ideas into visual and/or tangible references such as drawings or models
Education and Experience:
- Ten years of experience, licensed architect
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture from an accredited program
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times
- Occasional construction site visits may occur
All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of references, background checks, and pre-employment drug screen.
