Project Architect

Overview

Lead design and delivery of civic and community architecture projects in BC

Key Responsibilities

• construction docs
• design detailing
• bim coordination
• qa/qc
• rfis management
• client delivery

Tasks

-Be involved in multiple projects at any one time. -Organize and participate in construction documentation i.e. leading building envelope design, interior details, coordination with different disciplines. -Independently coordinate the work of a multidiscipline team through all phases of projects. -Participating in project interviews. -Collaborate with project design teams to facilitate project execution through highly skilled detailing. -Actively participate as a member of our in-office studio, mentor junior intern architects, technologist within the team. -Lead responses and coordination with other disciplines for addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders -Performing QA/QC and implement project milestone QA/QC reviews, technical reviews across projects -Serve duties of Project Manager when required -Alongside the Sector Leader, Design Principal and talented delivery team, lead the technical design and delivery of a wide variety of Civic and Community building types by providing hands-on management, guidance, direction and creativity on design-forward projects. -Coordinating with design and digital delivery team (BIM Managers) in determining the best solutions for use of materials, interaction of design elements, and integrity of building envelope enclosure. -Leading coordination efforts with outside and internal engineering consultants. -Coordinate workload of team members with the Principal in Charge through multiple phases to complete documents on schedule. -Have a comprehensive understanding of Architectural specifications in contract documents and coordinate with specification writers. -Running projects independently with oversight by the Principal in Charge. -Maintain a culture of client-focused project delivery through high technical competency. -Incorporate agreed-upon changes into project documents. -Preparing information for negotiating project contract amendments. -Providing mentorship and guidance to staff in support of career development. -Maintaining good working relationships with engineering partners and key client representatives -Provide construction administration on projects in CA Phases with oversight by the Principal in Charge. -Helping develop qualifications and proposals for Civic pursuits.

Requirements

• cphd
• registered architect
• revit
• 5 years
• leadership
• leed

What You Bring

-Certified Passive House Designer (CPHD) -Registered Architect -Must be able to lead a team on projects -Experience and/or interest in sustainable design / LEED / WELL -Experience with Mass Timber construction -Must be willing to travel regionally -Must have experience on both small and large-scale projects -A minimum of 5 years project management and/or as a Project Architect -Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule) -Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills -Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field -A passion for sustainable design and experience in successful delivery -Strong relationships with clients, demonstrated on resume. -Excellent written and communication skills -Working knowledge of Revit -Must have experience in preparation and layout of architectural contract documents and specifications -Master's degree in Architecture -Proficient in use of Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process -Extensive knowledge and experience within the local and regional market -Strong team leadership, mentoring, motivational/organizational and people skills -Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills -Be well-versed in implementation and application of BC Building codes and Vancouver Building Bylaw, and Zoning Policies, standards and guidelines -Experience in alternative project delivery [ie. DB, IPD, Alliance], both as Owner’s Representative and Builder’s consultant. -Demonstrated graphic presentation skills -A minimum of 5 years experience -Rick Hansen Certification

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