Senior Project Architect / Project Lead

Description

• Coordinate with Program Directors, Senior Project Managers, Pre-Construction Managers, and estimators from NewGround Build team.
• Mentor junior staff
• Make site visits as required.
• Assist in the review of shop drawings.
• Supports the Design Studio Head in maintaining high quality design leadership in the department.
• Serve as primary design point of contact for clients, ensuring a strong relationship, clear communication, alignment of vision, deliverables, and expectations.
• Deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Coordinate internal and external consultants, vendors, and NewGround Build Team to maintain project momentum and quality.
• Lead cross-functional teams (Strategy, Architecture, Engineering, Interiors, Environmental Graphics, Multi-sensory) to deliver integrated project solutions.
• Lead the team in development of details and technical drawings.
• Assist in the development of specifications.
• Lead client communications through presentations, meetings, and email.
• Maintain strong relationship with clients throughout the duration of the project
• Coordinate with local jurisdictions on project development.
• Maintain quality control as related to design
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, work plans, and resource allocations.
• Assist the team in mentoring junior staff and involving them in the design process.
• Coordinate with Marketing and Business Development on project delivery.
• Assist in preparation of Contract Change Orders as required.

Requirements

• Experience with SpecLink or comparable software.
• Architectural License required.
• Experience in retail design preferred.
• WELL AP credential preferred.
• Experience in all phases of project development.
• Experience with the development of project cost estimates and general knowledge of value engineering techniques.
• Substantial experience in project management and design team leadership.
• LEED AP credential preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook)
• Knowledge of building materials, building systems, site requirements, specifications, and construction techniques.
• A passion for design and problem solving.
• Sufficient knowledge of engineering disciplines to evaluate consultant work.
• NCARB certification preferred.
• Well versed in building codes, accessibility standards, zoning codes, and entitlement processes.
• Strong organizational, verbal, visual, and written communication skills with ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to solve problems quickly, take and act on feedback, and collaborate effectively with team members, consultants, and clients.
• Experience with Procore or comparable software.
• Capable of independently managing, producing, coordinating, and executing the development and execution of construction documents when this role is needed.
• Ability to manage several projects at once at different stages of development.
• Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in design of corporate headquarters / office buildings preferred.
• 8 – 10+ years of professional experience in commercial architecture required.
• Ability to organize and prioritize personal workload and make necessary adjustments in meeting strict deadlines.
• Experience working with a design-build project delivery system.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, Adobe Creative Suite, and experience with rendering programs such as Enscape, Lumion, etc.
• Be knowledgeable on application of building codes and regulations to projects.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance