What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Project Architect position at GPD Group?
Healthcare Project Architect
Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities, and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity to the betterment of the organization and our clients. This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.
For more than 60 years, GPD Group has been providing architectural, engineering and planning services to clients across the United States. With a diverse team of over 700 professionals working in 13 different offices, it is our passion for our work and our commitment to our purpose that unites us.
GPD is currently seeking a Project Architect with a focus on the healthcare industry in our Cleveland or Columbus, OH office locations. The individual will be an integral part of the team helping to develop and grow our traditional healthcare work in Central and Northeast Ohio and will support the convenient care program in the project coordinator capacity responsible for the tasks outlined herein.
Job Qualifications:
- Registered Architect with a Bachelor of Architecture or Master’s degree in Architecture.
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience in architectural design with a focus on Healthcare projects.
- Experience in the field of architectural design and documentation. Relevant experience in the healthcare industry is required.
- Demonstrated experience with working directly with clients and building relationships.
- Medical planning and design experience, preferred.
- Understanding of building code and applicable healthcare standards.
- Proficient in various software including Revit and AutoCad as well as Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Possess strong communication skills, professional writing and the ability to manage several projects and priorities at one time.
- Experience with all phases of the project from planning, design, documentation, specifications, bidding and various construction delivery methods, and construction administration and close out.
- Experience with planning and overseeing team resources including internal and external partners.
- Ability to lead and mentor staff.
Responsibilities will include:
- Communicates with the client regularly including weekly calls and providing weekly status reports.
- Runs weekly internal project meetings including the MESC engineering staff.
- Oversees the design of the projects through all phases, giving direction to the team and checking their work relative to the program, client expectations, and regulations.
- Communicates with the Program Managers aligned with and the Director of Healthcare regularly.
- Reviews the technical drawings prior to QA/QC review and submittal and ensures QA/QC and company standards are upheld.
- Mentors and directs less experienced staff in completion of the projects.
- Conducts after action meetings and lessons learned with the entire project team.
- Occasionally attends site visits for planning, building surveys, and inspections during construction.
- Occasionally attends scoping walks with the client.
- Coordinates with internal disciplines, outside consultants, contractors, and public entities. Participates in business development activities such as responses to RFPs and attending presentations.
- Collaborates with the Program Manager on schedule, resources, and billing status. May support in drafting proposals for individual projects.
GPD believes passionately that everyone on our team knows that they are a valued member of our employee-owned company. When you are willing to put the time and effort in to make us successful, you will see that in your paycheck and in your benefits offering.
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with matching and company profit-sharing contribution
- Rich Bonus Program that rewards both company and individual performance
- Vacation & Sick Time
- Professional Development Support
- And much more…
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