Architectural Technical Leader - Civic & Justice

Description

• Support the initiative of the local/regional project teams; share experiences within the studio to inform best practices that will benefit the firm.
• Review project budgets and coordinate regarding fees with peers to ensure profitability as well as consistency across studio and/or practice area.
• Lead initiative and activities that strengthen our culture, knowledge base, and capabilities.
• Review project teams proposed story boards (cartoon set) for most efficient and effective approach to meeting the project deliverables and schedule.
• Raise awareness of potential risks that could affect the project’s success, review with the project manager and leadership team.
• Provide Quality Assurance reviews on larger projects.
• Keep a pulse on client satisfaction; maintain solid relationships with clients and solicit feedback on performance regularly.
• Assist in planning developing the approach for executing large scale projects.
• Prioritize and effectively meet deadlines, delegate tasks, and provide high quality service to clients.
• Provide opportunities to utilize individual’s strengths for their professional development as well as team performance.
• Foster a positive studio environment and maintain harmony.
• Review building and accessibility code reviews completed by teams or assist / train teams as needed.
• Manage Quality Assurance procedures consist with Company protocols and Project Process requirements.
• Space plan and construction document review for building code and ADA compliance as required.
• Maintain relationships with existing clients and build relationships with new clients, including specific service delivery partner relationships and ability to “salvage” troubled Clients, accounts, and/or projects if needed.
• Oversee the assembly of construction documents (drawings and specifications) for each project phase.
• Meet weekly with the project leads to ensure all work is progressing as scheduled.
• Deliver feedback to inspire continuous learning.
• Review and approve completed Revit details, assemblies or building systems to be moved into the Revit Library for use by other project teams.
• Lead and manage risk through the office QA/QC process and document control processes.
• Provide budget/proposal support including additional services and reallocations to assist project managers on project profitability.
• Conduct occasional site visits to observe technical detailing issues when appropriate to the project and share the information with other team members as a learning experience for the practice.
• Assist project teams in evaluating new construction systems/materials for appropriate applications and potential liability.
• Organize and prioritize tasks as needed to complete within the identified time frame.
• Review and comment on client contracts as requested.
• Provide technical guidance to project teams on design details, documentation levels, and appropriateness and constructability of the project.
• Update and maintain NELSON QAQC Standards for quality and timely delivery and support the implementation of these standards.
• Review documentation (drawings and specification) for technical and quality control at multiple times for all projects.
• Establish goals and expectations that lead to high quality construction documents.
• Assists teams as needed in working with local jurisdictions to address permit review comments and code interpretations.
• Attend client meetings and KPI (Key Performance Indicators) reviews with Account Leaders and Practice Leadership as requested.
• Support business development pursuits with Practice Leadership by meeting with potential Clients, responding to RFPs, interviewing for new business/projects, etc.
• Create an environment that attracts and develops talent (willingness to teach, mentor and learn).
• Review project budgets and mentor/support Teammates to follow them; teach Teammates to prepare them on their own.
• Guide project leads in utilizing all NELSON resources within their office, within the team/account, and across the network to deliver quality technical and/or creative design.
• Maintain and foster a diverse network of relationships with Clients, Consultants and Vendors to promote and support business development efforts.
• Evaluate teams’ skills and provide staffing recommendations to Practice Leadership.
• Culture of Transformation: Act as a community to accelerate firm impact
• Provide direction to project leads to resolve issues that are project related or between Teammates.
• Participate in the staffing process; assist with seeking new talent and conduct interviews with Practice Leadership.
• Provide guidance during the Construction Administration process on appropriate level of responses to RFI’s and Submittal reviews.
• Participate in professional organizations and events to increase firm’s profile; strive for a leadership role such as Committee chair assignments/board level positions for industry and commercial real estate organizations.
• Lead initiatives and learning programs during meetings such as Town Halls or Lunch & Learns that educate our project teams on best QAQC practices, technical design issues or other pertinent trends.
• Ensure project leads are following NELSON protocol for QA/QC.
• Manage projects of a certain significance within the Practice and/or when necessary to support workload and meet expected utilization targets.
• Review and contribute to project proposal plans created by Project Managers for appropriateness of planned team, list of deliverables, and project phase durations against the proposed fee.

Requirements

• Self-motivated with very strong management skills
• Innovative and creative problem solver with strong design skills
• Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.
• In depth knowledge of building codes and regulations, to ensure teams have incorporated permitting requirements into the deliverables
• 20+ years of experience working in the field of Architecture
• Possess strong communication skills: verbal, written and graphic
• Experience as a Technical Director, Account Manager, and/or Senior Project Manager required
• Be knowledgeable about projects within the teams.
• Knowledge of sustainability, integrated design, and LEED, Well, EnergyStar guidelines
• Extensive knowledge of building construction, material, and standards
• Extensive knowledge of zoning and building codes and ADAAG regulations
• Architecture license required in at least one (1) State
• Good understanding of basic software used by the project teams including: Newforma, Bluebeam, Revit, Sketchup, Rhino, Grasshopper, ProCore, InDesign, Enscape, and CAD
• Highly skilled at defining scope of work, establishing project fees, and developing project budgets.
• Excellent understanding of building technology, documentation, and project delivery
• Experience across large-scale projects and a variety of building/construction types
• Experience within Civic & Justice Practice is required. The ideal candidate has deep understanding and expertise relating to correctional facilities and detention centers. Other preferred experience includes: courthouses, municipalities, police and fire stations, city and county buildings, and other public works/public safety buildings.
• Proficiency in understanding of financial management concepts
• Basic knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, materials application, and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness
• Extensive experience working with legal on contracts and contract negotiations with Clients.
• Minimum of a Bachelor of Architecture from an accredited University
• Expert in construction administration management
• Proficiency in Deltek Vision / Vantagepoint

Benefits

• Professional Development including discretionary support and reimbursement for registrations, certifications, and membership to a professional organization
• Paid parental leave
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Full health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• 401(K) plan with company match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Wellness program with rewards for healthy activities
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible working schedules and work from home options based on client’s needs

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance