Project Architect
Position Overview
Project Architect works under the direction of the Project Manager and Principal managing the production of working drawings for various construction and project types.
Functions of Position
Oversee Technical execution of the project. Manage workload against project schedules, coordinate outside consultants, monitor progress and produce construction documents. Assist in construction administration tasks, request submittal fees from accounting, travel to visit job sites, drop off or upload city submittals, produce record set drawings once project is complete, handle shop draw reviews, RFI responses. Attend and participate in internal and off-site meetings with coworkers, consultants, and clients. Manage individual work flow and process. Regular interaction and collaboration with coworkers, supervisors, consultants and clients. Working cohesively in a team environment as well as working independently. Collaboration with estimating and construction on project details,
bidding concerns, and overall document coordination and clarity. Assistance with projects as a TEAM including helping with targeted deadlines, group goals, and global firm improvements. Follow and enforce Quality Control procedures.
Required Attributes
MOST important is TEAM spirit! Multi- tasking within a fast-paced environment and competently managing personal workload with high attention to detail to keep tasks on target and projects on time of set delivery schedules and deadlines. A high level of knowledge of REVIT, Auto CAD, Excel and Word. Understanding of local zoning, building codes and systems, energy codes, ADA requirements, construction documents, construction administration and related procedures.
Reporting
Project Architect will report to the Project Manager for each particular project as well as to the Principal as needed for the project. Weekly team meeting as well as weekly updates on project status are required.
Evaluation
An annual review by the Principal, peers, and related company staff will be used as part of the evaluation. The above functions of the position will be used as a basis of the evaluation, delivery of projects on time, issues with plans, and the interaction of the individual with the TEAM and company as a whole. Evidence of how you demonstrate company values. Lastly, each person’s individual goals will be discussed and how the firm and the job tasks throughout the year can assist in those goals.