Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) · 23 hours ago
Project Architect
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $130K/yr
8+ years expSkidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is a collective committed to shaping a better future through sustainable and impactful work. The Project Architect oversees the design and construction documentation of projects, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality and innovation while managing client relationships and project budgets.
ArchitectureCommercial Real EstateInterior Design
Responsibilities
Actively leads the Architectural Project Team in all phases to achieve design, technical, and financial success. Exhibits initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with a high attention to precision and accuracy at a project level
Contributes to the design direction and innovation(s) and furthers the development of architectural projects that are consistent with the scope of work and goals of the firm. Integrates criteria and input from all disciplines into design solutions
Communicates and maintains standards of quality for documentation products for the full internal and external team. Supports the Technical Architect in the implementation of the Quality Management System for assigned projects
Demonstrates a strong understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details and construction techniques. Is able to enrich design concepts through technical strategies and effectively uses appropriate tools to design and document at all project phases
Manages a collaborative relationship with consultants and knowledge resources to ensure that deliverables are coordinated, integrated, and support the performance goals of the project
Collaborates with the SOM High Performance Design Group in tracking energy, water, and carbon use intensities on a project and provides documentation for AIA 2030 reporting
Leads the production resources and schedules of documentation and presentations. When appropriate, produces presentation and contract deliverables such as diagrams, 3D models, drawings, specifications, renderings, physical models, and animations. Documentation should be consistent with firm standards for the publication and presentation of work
Fosters positive relationships with clients and the design community
Remains committed to working within the established project budgets and schedules
Manages time and workload of own work efforts and those of the team to meet project task deadlines and commitments, with interaction and direction from Associate Principals and/or Principals while guiding and teaching less experienced staff. Leads and guides the project team in identifying the appropriate follow-up process to address action items during all project phases
When required, works with the Digital Design Coordinator to implement the computer management program for the project
Leads the team’s construction phase services scope with oversight from Associate Principals and/or Principals, including making periodic site visits to monitor construction progress and identifying areas needing correction and/or modification; attending visual and performance mockup review; and reviewing shop drawings for design intent
Attends and presents in owner/architect design meetings and owner/architect/contractor meetings. Reviews and approves meeting minutes
Attends and facilitates weekly internal project team meetings
Works with Lead Designer to archive all final and preferred drawings, renderings, and photos for future use
Actively participates in local and firm-wide Design and Technical Meetings and makes meaningful contributions to the advancement of activities led by these groups
Actively leads a project team
Directly supervises, trains, and mentors team members
Engages in talent strategy to find specialists, leaders, and future professionals for the firm through resume review and interviews
Demonstrates leadership in the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge
Creates and drives new ways of working through contributing to the development of services, standards, procedures based in an understanding of the business principles that protect SOM from financial and legal risk
Qualification
Required
Completion of a professional degree in Architecture or a related field
Licensed in Architecture; LEED or other green building accreditation preferred
Minimum 8 years of experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities
General understanding of sustainable strategies and principles including familiarity with LEED or other green building rating systems
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrates proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, parametric and rendering software, Adobe Suite, and Google Workspace
Preferred
LEED or other green building accreditation preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance.
401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs.
Inquire about our approach to flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program.
Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development.
Company
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
A global collective of architects, designers, engineers, and planners building a better future. Named No.
1001-5000 employees
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