Senior Architect

Description

• Acts as a mentor, teacher and coach to design staff with the goal of growing and guiding them through their careers.
• Engages staff in dialog on design, ensures design process is followed and influences usage of technological tools.
• Evaluates the quality of design and design activities and assure a high level of design quality throughout the firm.
• Oversees and participates in production of design award submissions.
• To participate in project team setting.
• Develops and implements firm’s brand, image, marketing collateral and business collateral.
• Identifies and directs project photography, written descriptions, and other media in support of building the firm’s portfolio.
• Participates in performance reviews including setting of job goals.
• Acts as a vehicle for the delivery of firm’s message on design.
• Advocates and inspires creativity, critical thought and design excellence both internally and externally.
• To check work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage team to meet project budget and schedule.
• To present abstract ideas to the client and client representatives.
• Inspire confidence and garner trust and respect with the project team and with clients.
• Support Business Development activities, including marketing proposals, interview, conference attendance, etc.
• Assists in identification, recruiting, and interviewing of design staff at all levels.
• Fosters collaboration between offices while promoting and providing design vision.
• To lead a Team on large complex projects through the development of design concept.

Requirements

• Position requires preemployment drug screen.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience with at least 10 years of experience working in federal/DOD sector.
• Experience in construction administration phase including issuances of RFI’s, Si’s, CCN’s, Certificate of Payments, understanding of the Lien Act, and occupancy closeout.
• To hand sketch and communicate concepts and ideas to others effectively.
• Ability to engage in creative and critical thought.
• To receive criticism and respond appropriately and professionally.
• Express’ philosophy of the work with appropriate vocabulary.
• Requires strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD. Working level for MS Project, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUP, Sefaira, and NewForm, AutoDESK Construction Cloud (ACC) Environment, would be preferred.
• Must have valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• To exhibit maturity and cultural awareness internally and externally.
• Interpret sketches, drawings, codes, building program and other similar material. Strong presentation and interview skills.
• To produce design at a level that would be perceived externally as excellent.
• Understanding of historical values and context.
• Ability to obtain IAW NISPOM security clearance. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. "
• Degree in Architecture & Registered Architect (RA/AIA/NCARB).
• LEED Certification preferred.
• Project management experience.
• High knowledge of building codes, building construction systems, constructability and detailing, materials, and industry associated standards.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance