Project Architect - Land Development

Description

• Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget
• Prepares scale drawings and contract documents for building contractors
• Performs final quality assurance/buildability review of project documents
• Represents client in obtaining bids and awarding construction contract
• Directs activities of workers engaged in preparing drawings and specification documents
• Visits project site to become familiar with existing conditions
• Plans layout of project and integrating engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval
• Prepares project designs and plans using computer assisted design software and equipment
• Resolves client problems and complaints and provides technical advice to project staff
• Prepares studies and reports
• Prepares fee proposals and time, cost and staffing budgets for project for Department Head approval
• Signs and seals project documents prepared under his supervision
• Consults with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure or renovation, and prepares information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time
• Administers construction contracts and conducts periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with plans

Requirements

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public
• Bachelors degree from a five-year college or university
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals or government regulations
• Understands and obeys site safety requirements for construction sites
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products
• Valid Virginia drivers license and a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Architectural license in Virginia and current NCARB record which must be maintained on an ongoing basis
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written communication, specifications and drawings
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and other discipline specific software
• Knowledge of the art and science of designing buildings and structures, styles of design, and methods of construction of buildings and other physical structures

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance