Project Architect

Project Architect

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About us

Sikes Abernathie Architects is a Tulsa based Architectural firm specializing in historic rehabilitations, adaptive reuse, multifamily, and mixed-use developments in multiple states. We have a unique street level office in the East Village neighborhood adjacent to several local restaurants and businesses. Sikes Abernathie offers competitive compensation and benefits as well as a family culture that encourages personal development. We are an equal opportunity employer.

About the role

If hired as a Project Architect, you will initially be responsible for assisting with multiple projects in various stages such as schematic design, design development, and construction documents. After a period of guidance and acclamation, you will take on all stages of project production and management, from the initial design concept to the completion of construction. This is an in-person position with limited remote work opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the creation of renderings, animations, and other Schematic drawings to help communicate with the client the vision of their project.
• Responsible for and participate in all phases of design including Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documentation.
• Establish the factual parameters of the design work such as code compliance, site restrictions, budget and schedule restraints. Research building systems options and related performance and cost criteria.
• Learn and implement state and federal agency funding program requirements as well as historic review requirements into the project when needed.
• Collaborate with external consultants – MEP, Structural Engineering, Civil/Landscape.
• Create accurate drawings using established firm standards to relay design concepts clearly to clients as well as contractors.
• Perform in-house construction administration tasks such as responding to RFI’s, reviewing and approving submittals, issuing revisions, etc.
• Conduct periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with construction documents and to verify contractor Pay Applications. Some out-of-state travel will be required.

Education & Experience

• Professional Degree in Architecture
• Minimum of three years’ experience working in an Architectural firm.
• Achievement of State of Oklahoma Architectural license.

Technical Skills

• Good communication, coordination, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with current design trends, materials, detailing and construction practices.
• Working and/or advanced knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit software preferred.
• Working knowledge of Sketchup and/or other associated rendering software.
• Experienced using Outlook and other MS Office software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to communicate well internally and externally.

Personal Characteristics / Proficiencies

• Team Player - Skilled at working with others as a contributor, as well as accepting input from team members to ultimately benefit the outcome.
• Approachable – Upbeat and welcoming in personality with the ability to “read the room” to foster a positive and productive environment.
• Sense of Urgency – Responsive and fast paced in style with tenacity and consistency in meeting deadlines and commitments.
• Problem Solver – Demonstrates skill in analyzing problems, determining alternatives, and working out solutions.
• Multitasker - Organized, with the ability to simultaneously manage and participate in multiple functions/activities without being overwhelmed.
• Quality – Attention to detail and doing things right the first time to provide the best results for the client.
• Work Ethic – Ownership of work, self-reliant, and a willingness to do what it takes to properly complete deliverables.

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