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

Design 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 designs. The Design Architect will lead design projects, ensuring quality and innovation while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional architectural solutions.

ArchitectureCommercial Real EstateInterior Design

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Contributes to the design direction 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 design and work products for the full internal and external team

Possesses a working understanding of the local parameters and criteria for the project, including relevant local codes. Oversees and leads the design, programmatic, contextual, and cultural research and analysis required for the project

Proposes and assesses materials and finishes for the project

Leads design documentation including but not limited to drawings, sketches, physical models, renderings, and animations for regular internal and external meetings and milestone deliverables

Design documentation should be consistent with firm standards for the publication and presentation of work

Drafts a comprehensive design narrative for the project that will inform the client and other disciplines about the design intent, as well as contribute to publications and business development initiatives. Supports the production of the technical specifications for the project

Communicates the design goals to the project team on a regular basis

Fosters positive relationships with clients and the design community

Remains committed to working within the established project budgets, schedules and work plans

When applicable, supports 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 mockup review; and assisting the Technical Designer in reviewing shop drawings for design intent

Attends and presents in owner/architect design meetings. Reviews and approves meeting minutes

Attends and facilitates weekly internal project team meetings

Works with IT, Marketing, and Records Management to archive all final and preferred drawings, renderings, and photos for future use

Actively participates in local and firm-wide Design Review 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 ArchitectureLEED accreditationRevit proficiencyAutoCAD proficiencySustainable design knowledgeRhino proficiencyRendering software proficiencyAdobe Suite proficiencyGoogle Workspace proficiencyCommunication skillsTeam leadershipMentoring skillsCollaboration

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)

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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