GPD Group · 14 hours ago
Lead Project Architect – Federal Practice
Akron, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
8+ years expGPD Group is a company dedicated to improving the well-being of its employees and clients through transformative success. They are seeking a Lead Project Architect for their Federal practice to provide design leadership and technical expertise for federal projects, ensuring compliance with federal standards and delivering high-quality design solutions for government clients.
CivicTechCivil EngineeringIndustrial Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
In partnership with the Project Managers and Contract Managers, lead the planning and architectural design of federal and military projects, demonstrating technical expertise and the ability to independently manage design challenges
Conduct building conditions assessments and building surveys
Collaborate closely with internal disciplines and external stakeholders to promote effective communication and coordination throughout all phases of federal project delivery
Serve as a primary client liaison, working directly with federal agencies and project teams to define, communicate, and refine project scope while translating client objectives into successful design implementation
Apply expert knowledge of federal, state, and local architectural codes, standards, and regulations, including agency-specific criteria, to resolve design issues and ensure full regulatory compliance
Review, coordinate, and refine work produced by project team members to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with federal design standards, agency guidelines, and project objectives
Coordinate final Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) reviews to verify that all deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and federal client requirements prior to submission
Complete as-built documentation as required by the governing agency and/or client
Provide expert technical advice for mission-specific infrastructure such as barracks, command centers, hangers and hardened defense systems
Support in the pursuit of new projects and support the team in proposal development, scope definition, and labor-hour estimating, providing technical insight aligned with federal procurement processes
Mentor and guide architectural staff, fostering professional development, technical excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement
Some travel will be required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Architecture (5-year program) or Master of Architecture (6-year program) from a NAAB-accredited institution is required
Minimum of eight (8) years of job-related experience
Registered Architect (RA) with NCARB certification required
A valid Drivers License is required
Preferred
Strong leadership skills that promote collaboration and project success
Thorough understanding of security and anti-terrorism compliance
Familiar with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) to ensure DoD design are compliant across all branches
Advanced understanding in Revit, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Sketch-Up, Photoshop, and other related software programs
Understanding of design-build and other project delivery methods
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)
Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, open office work environment and across multiple offices
Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact professionally with clients, vendors, and other external sources
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
Vision Insurance
401(k) with matching and company contribution
Bonus
Vacation & Sick Time
And much more…
Company
GPD Group
GPD Group specializes in architectural and engineering design, construction, and telecommunications.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.11M2023-09-06Series Unknown· $0.11M
Leadership Team
Jessica Wood
Senior HR Generalist/Talent Acquisition Partner
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