Senior Architect (Industrial Construction)
Dennis Group
Lead architectural design and construction for food & beverage processing facilities.
4 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Springfield, MA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
750 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Food & Beverage
Bakery
Cold Storage
Role
What you would be doing
team leadership
budget planning
design docs
code review
construction admin
client liaison
- Provide leadership to the project team (all disciplines) for documents coordination including design drawings construction documentation and specifications
- Establish budget, task schedule, and other components of a project work plan with the Project Manager
- Help maintain and improve office architectural standards, details and production tools.
- Prepare programming and concept development documentation to meet clients’ needs and budget
- Execute applicable agency review analysis for codes, zoning, accessibility, life-safety, etc.
- Participate in marketing efforts and presentations to prospective clients
- Perform construction administration duties - RFI’s, RFP’s, change orders, on-site observation, etc.
- Produce schematic, design development and construction documents; make decisions and negotiate critical issues in collaboration with the Project Manager and other team members
- Carry out design and architectural detailing tasks including site and building planning studies, elevation studies, stairs, functional space layouts, building sections, wall sections, special details, etc.
- Maintain contact with clients, consultants, and contractors
What you bring
architecture degree
architectural license
autocad
revit
10+ years
project management
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture
- Architectural license desired with LEED accreditation a plus
- Advanced experience in all phases of a project including construction documentation review
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is necessary. Experience with Revit is a preferred but not required.
- Professional and collaborative work ethic
- 10+ years of professional experience in all phases of architectural projects
- Effective verbal, written and graphic communication skills
- Understanding of the project management process
- A broad range of commercial/industrial project experience is desired
- Experience with building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1987
Year Established
Began operations in a Springfield, MA attic and has since grown into a global leader.
750 Professionals
Global Team Size
The team spans multiple continents and handles large-scale projects.
$1.3B Annual Volume
Project Value Range
Total value of projects completed annually across various regions.
$1M-$1B Builds
Project Size Range
Facility build costs range from modest to extremely large-scale.
- A global design-build specialist focusing solely on food and beverage processing facilities.
- Offers end-to-end services from feasibility studies to construction startup.
- High-profile clients include Keurig Dr Pepper, SunOpta, Meati Foods, and Smucker.
- Known for innovative plant designs such as vertical-farming salad facilities and fermentation plants for alternative proteins.
- Ranked the top food & beverage design firm nine years straight by Engineering News-Record.
- Be Responsible and Trustworthy: Let honesty and fairness guide your actions.
- Prioritize Safety: On site or in the office, safety is a key responsibility.
- Thrive as a Community: When we help and include each other, we all flourish.
- Deliver Value: Be thoughtful, efficient, and innovative to provide the best possible value.
- Build Lasting Relationships: Relationships are the glue that holds Dennis Group together.
- Be Agile: Respond rapidly by keeping an open, solution‑focused mind.
500,000 Gal
Rainwater Reuse
Rainwater reuse system collects and recirculates water for sustainable use in facilities.
100% Renewable Electricity
Energy Transition
Example project achieved 100% renewable electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
34% Emissions Reduction
Carbon Efficiency
Zero-waste-to-landfill plant reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 34%, powered entirely by renewables.
130 Tons/Day
Food Waste Recycling
Anaerobic digester processes food waste, generating biogas for energy and reducing landfill waste.
- Commitment to “Triple Bottom Line”: economic prosperity, environmental stewardship, social responsibility in all projects.
- Member of U.S. Green Building Council with full‑time director of sustainability and LEED‑accredited staff on board.
- Projects include LEED‑certified facilities (Silver, Gold) with features like rainwater reuse and low‑VOC materials.
- Energy audits, carbon‑reduction master planning, GHG emissions reporting, and rebate‑qualified efficiency upgrades are core services.
3.8/5 Rating
Diversity & Inclusion Score
The company has a Glassdoor Diversity & Inclusion rating of 3.8/5 based on employee reviews.
4.0★ Asian
Employee Demographic Score
Asian employees contributed an average rating of 4.0 stars out of 5 based on 8 reviews.
4.2★ White
Employee Demographic Score
White employees contributed an average rating of 4.2 stars out of 5 based on 15 reviews.
3.9★ LGBTQ+
Employee Demographic Score
LGBTQ+ employees contributed an average rating of 3.9 stars out of 5 based on 21 reviews.
- An Employee Resource Group empowers women and allies through networking and leadership development.
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