What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Architect position at DNK Architects?
PROJECT ARCHITECT/DESIGNER
DNK is looking for an Architect or designer who can manage the day-to-day assignments for architectural staff on their team and review the work of consultant and can execute the development and delivery of the drawing set. Manage the Construction Administration phase of projects. Depending on the scale, complexity, and schedule of the project they will work on more than one project at a time. They contribute to firm-wide objectives to improve the quality of drawings and procedures. They guide and mentor architectural staff.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design
• Interprets design objectives, in coordination with the Project Manager and Partner-in-charge and translates them into workable construction systems; maintains quality technical and design control.
• Supervises and mentors assigned staff, leading the established techniques and standards to prepare Construction Documents, presentation drawings, architectural models, and project documentation
• Works closely with the Project Manager to ensure the project team is adhering to schedule(s).
• Communicates regularly with consultants and team members to ensure documents are coordinated; identifies issues that affect the design and works closely with the Project Manager to propose solutions.
• Primary contact for Contractor and Consultant team
• Communicates with the client as directed by Project Manager on project details
• Prepares weekly project updates for the Client and the Principal, and the Partners
• Responsible for overseeing the preparation of design materials and construction documents throughout the design and construction phases of the projects
• Responsible for ensuring that records of client/architect/consultant/contractor relationships and activities are maintained
• Actively contributes to firm-wide efforts to increase technical consistency and design efficiencies
• Guides and mentor’s architectural staff
• Participates in all aspects of Construction Administration, including site observation; manages contractor submittals and RFIs.
• Oversees production of the Department of Building Filing Set
• Conducts zoning and building regulation studies
• Determines project designs conform to building and zoning regulations.
• Prepares Meeting Minutes
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture required.
• 6 years of architectural-related experience typical.
• Architectural License highly desired.
• Thorough knowledge of construction standards and codes, materials, and building systems.
• Experience using REVIT and 3D rendering software is required.
• Supervisory and management skills are required.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively create presentations and communicate concepts to clients and associates using excellent drawing skills and various software applications.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to complete tasks with accuracy and precision and with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines, completing tasks as previously defined.
• Ability to work with integrity, trust, and commitment, setting an example for others.
• Ability to perform consistent work on PC.
• Ability to meet with clients on and off-site.
• Dress appropriately for the position and meetings with clients and other organizations.
• Prepares weekly project updates for the Client and the Principal, and the Partners
• Responsible for ensuring that records of client/architect/consultant/contractor relationships and activities are maintained
• Prepares Meeting Minutes
• Must have solid conceptual and design process skills and good problem-solving abilities.
• Thorough knowledge of construction standards and codes, materials, and building systems.
• Ability to communicate via hand sketching is expected.
• Supervisory and management skills are required.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively create presentations and communicate concepts to clients and associates using excellent drawing skills and various software applications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Ability to perform consistent work on PC.
• Occasional Domestic travel may be required.
• Ability to meet with clients on and off-site.
IN-OFFICE / REMOTE POLICY, BENEFITS, AND COMPENSATION
Please send your CV / Resumes & Portfolio in a single PDF (max 10MB) to: dkirk@dnkarchitects.com with the subject title Project Architect
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000