Senior Project Architect

Ballinger

The Role

Overview

Lead design and delivery of architecture projects in education, healthcare, labs, corporate.

Key Responsibilities

  • design development
  • construction docs
  • 3d rendering
  • redlining
  • budget management
  • client coordination

Tasks

-Assignments may include working with a team through programming, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, space planning, construction documentation, and construction administration activities, with the expectation of gradual independence and demonstrated leadership in these areas. -Build on industry network, potentially through trade organizations, local events, speaking, or conferences where applicable -Develop knowledge of Ballinger’s project types (health care, academic/lab/research, corporate/workspace) through the job experience, repetition, and scalability of tasks and responsibilities -Work with external consultants, product reps, and fabricators -Participate in construction administration related activities as applicable to the level of responsibility by project -Generate redlines in a documentation set -Travel as project requirements dictate for surveys and field/site visits during construction -Perform ongoing studies for process improvement -Mentor team members with less experience -Act as a team-wide mentor and actively share knowledge -Conduct design-related research -Lead large scale or multiple projects, develop work plans and project execution strategies with the Project Manager -Lead team 3D renderings -Interfaces and leads all disciplines during the design/coordination phases -Develop design or technical solutions with the Project Manager and Principal -Accountability for budget adherence -Advise on firm standards (RUG / Technical / Templates / Specs) -Engage in internal project leadership (lead a component or discipline within a project team) -Present and provide day to day support to client and external project team -Engage in external project leadership (lead project with client and contractor) -Interface and coordinate with other disciplines

Requirements

  • revit
  • autocad
  • sketchup
  • adobe suite
  • registered architect
  • 15+ years

What You Bring

-Strong written and verbal communication, problem solving, and time management skills -Strong knowledge of furniture, finishes, materials, color selections, and specifications -Demonstration of superior technical skills, dedication and ownership of work -Ability to provide direction within a large team -Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) -Demonstration of targeted expertise with a key role in the firm -High level of responsiveness and collaboration with contractors and clients -Self-starter, able to independently generate design solutions and give direction to other team members -Graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas -15+ years of design experience preferred -Attention to detail -Registered Architect (RA) -Highly versed with preparing full sets of design documents using Revit, Bluebeam -Bachelor or Master of Architecture -Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications -BS or BA degree in Architecture or equivalent (or knowledge gained over years of work experience) -Proficiency in one of the following: Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape or other modeling software applications -Superb production, analytical, and communication skills and be able to perform well in a design environment.

The Company

About Ballinger

-has established itself as a leader in architecture, engineering, and planning -has a strong reputation for designing complex, high-performance facilities across various sectors -expertise includes developing buildings for higher education, healthcare, and advanced research -has contributed to cutting-edge projects in urban environments, blending innovation with functionality -commitment to client success and quality design has resulted in lasting relationships with institutions, universities, and corporations

Sector Specialisms

Corporate

Agribusiness

Alternative Energy

Oil and Gas

Biotechnology

Pharmaceuticals

Business Services

Construction

Manufacturing

Education

Natural Resources

Electronics Manufacture

Real Estate

Engineering

Retail

Technology, Media and Telecoms

Foundations, Charities and Non-Profits

Travel and Tourism

Healthcare

Utilities

Import/Export

Wholesale and Distribution