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Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) · 1 day ago

Technical Architect

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$100K/yr - $130K/yr

8+ years exp

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is a global firm committed to creating sustainable and impactful work through interdisciplinary teams. The Technical Architect is responsible for the technical innovation, integration, and execution of architectural and engineering design, leading projects through various phases while ensuring quality and compliance with standards.

ArchitectureCommercial Real EstateInterior Design

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Contributes to the technical resolution and innovation(s) and furthers the development of architectural projects through all phases 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. Leads the implementation of the Quality Management System for assigned projects

Leads the research, review, and analysis of applicable codes. Provides code parameters and restrictions early in the design process

Proposes and assesses construction and building systems

Where a Project Architect is not present, 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 design and construction documentation including but not limited to vignettes, animations, drawings and specifications. Construction documentation should be consistent with firm standards for the publication and presentation of work

Develops, coordinates, and reviews the technical specifications for the project

Fosters positive relationships with clients and the design community

Remains committed to working within the established project budgets and schedules

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 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

Participates in the interview and selection process of contractors, where appropriate

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

Actively participates in local and firm-wide 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

Licensed in ArchitectureRevitAutoCADLEED accreditationSustainable strategiesParametric softwareRendering softwareAdobe SuiteGoogle WorkspaceCommunication skills

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

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)

Glassdoor3.7

A global collective of architects, designers, engineers, and planners building a better future. Named No.

Founded in 1936

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.som.com/

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