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Cushing & Co · 3 weeks ago

Architect or Design Technician

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$90K/yr - $110K/yr

8+ years exp

Cushing & Co is a multidisciplinary design firm seeking a Project Architect or Lead to transform concepts into functional spaces. This role involves leading projects from design through construction, focusing on grocery and retail architecture while ensuring collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Printing

Responsibilities

Proven Track record of exceptional client management

Must be able to take a project from start to finish

This position will manage multiple projects at once

This is a fast paced environment with lots of moving parts so you must have good time management skills

Consult with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of projects regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time; prepare necessary information for client review and approval

Collaborate with design leaders and other disciplines to produce preliminary design concepts

Perform necessary research for the design of a complete project

Inspect work to ensure compliance with specifications, approve quality of materials and work, and advise client and construction teams

Prepare contract documents for building contractors

Complete construction cost estimates

Provide code and jurisdictional research on projects

Check drawings on projects and prepare feedback for the project team

Administer construction contracts on projects including administration of addenda, substitutions, change orders, and submittal reviews

Conduct on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with contract documents, and conduct final inspections

Direct activities of other architectural team members engaged in projects

Seal and signs permit documents on projects if licensed

May have supervisory responsibilities including training, assigning and directing work, reviewing performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problems

Carry out these supervisor responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws

Develop and maintain external and internal client relationships

Qualification

Architecture degreeGroceryRetail experienceProject managementClient managementConstruction complianceDesign collaborationTeam leadershipTime management