Senior Project Architect

Job Description

Job Description

Description : JOB SUMMARY :

The Senior Project Architect takes the vision of the design team and leads the production team to create a biddable, buildable, code-compliant set of construction documents.

RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Prepare detailed drawings of architectural designs and plans for buildings and structures according to specifications provided by architect.
• Monitor and oversee the construction documentation process including reviewing and approving shop drawings.
• Analyze building codes, space and site requirements, and other technical documents and reports to determine their effect on architectural designs.
• Meet with external contacts including clients, contractors, and engineers to identify and resolve problems.
• Meet with internal contacts including designers, production staff, project managers and architect of record to clarify design intent and streamline documentation process.
• Perform site visits at the construction site to confirm compliance with construction documents.
• Review and comment on applications for payment and change order requests.
• Perform code analysis and develop code strategies.
• Mark up and review shop drawings.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements :

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION :

Bachelor’s degree in architecture; or, equivalent combination of education and experience.

CORE COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS :

PHYSICAL FACTORS :

WORKING REQUIREMENTS (Travel Requirements, Overtime, Shifts, On-Call, etc.) :