HOK · 8 hours ago
Sr Project Architect
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
13+ years expHOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers dedicated to improving people's lives and healing the planet. They are seeking a Senior Project Architect to ensure the design intent is incorporated into project documentation and to oversee technical resolution and coordination of project deliverables.
ArchitectureCivil Engineering
Responsibilities
Responsible for ensuring the overall design intent of the project established by the Sr. Project Designer is incorporated into the detailed documentation
Monitors the design process from conceptual phase through construction administration, ensuring the design idea is consistent and properly executed
Responsible for technical resolution and coordination for a defined portion of a project
Works with Specification Writer to develop specifications and is responsible for coordination of drawings and specifications
Checks completed reports, plans, estimates, and calculations for accuracy
Sets the overall strategy for producing the documents and identifies the sheets planned for each stage of the work. This includes defining how data will be organized into files and which elements will be incorporated in a Building Information Model (BIM)
Sets up project team software parameters and manages standards
Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the Project Leadership Team
Responsible for communication with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements and provides support as necessary
Ensures that construction detail documentation conforms to quality assurance, quality control, and best practice standards
Supervises preparation of technical drawings by other less senior level architects or technicians
Performs as team leader on certain projects
Mentors and directs the work of less experienced staff and participates in professional development reviews and 'Lessons Learned' sessions
Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices
Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service
Works on developing a positive relationship of trust with client Leadership
Regularly communicates with client representative to verify design requirements and specifications, progress reviews, and delivery of final presentation
Receives project direction from the Principal in Charge and Technical direction from the RBU Technical Principal
Coordinates use and tracks shared electronic documentation and files with project team, clients, and consultants
Assists in planning and conducting work making minor adaptations and modifications to complete working drawing set(s)
Meets with municipal building department and other governing agency officials to coordinate approvals or variances
Writes reports and memos to consultants and vendors to issue changes and track resolutions
Provides technical support and project communications to team as required
Attends on-site visits, field reviews and project meetings. Prepares and coordinates the review of contractor’s schedules, submission of shop drawings and samples
Assists the Specification Writer in product research, consulting with manufacturers, evaluating and selecting project related materials
Involved with specification set-up and drawing coordination, research, and appropriate use of HOK Standards
Provides support to all team members for specific market, discipline, or other areas of expertise
Participates in team meetings to help resolve project issues, coordination with other disciplines, schedule adherence, and technical issues
Participates in review of project costs, budgets, and adherence to schedule
Prepares meeting minutes of consultant coordination meetings
May prepare 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings and build models for client/project team review
Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects
May participate in business development meetings with team leaders to target specified project, client, or market opportunities
Qualification
Required
Licensed Architect with current registration
LEED credential required within 6 months of employment
Bachelor's degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience
Portfolio documenting professional work. Must include notes indicating your contributions for each project and your specific role
13 plus years' architectural experience
Advanced knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, material application, and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness
Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems
Advanced knowledge of sustainability, integrated design, and LEED guidelines
Advanced knowledge of QA/QC process
Advanced knowledge of building codes and ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documents
Advanced knowledge of Construction Administration Process
Proficiency in Revit required
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to effectively meet deadlines
Ability to lead teams and work effectively with other project leaders
Preferred
Master's degree
Experience with Justice, Civic, and Public projects
NCARB registration
Proficiency in AutoCAD
Proficiency in 3D Modeling software such as Sketchup, Rhino, and Grasshopper
Proficiency in Affinity software suite
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage
401(K) savings plans
Disability, life and accident insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Parental leave
Flexible work schedule with the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays
Company
HOK
HOK is an international architecture and engineering firm.
1001-5000 employees
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