Sr. Architect - Project Manager

Architect

The Sr. Architect - Project Manager is a key member of BLDD Architects Design team and is the engine of our practice. They will collaborate and work with the best design talent in the Midwest to create and innovate for some of the countrys finest school districts colleges religious institutions and senior living experts. Our architects/project managers are challenged to solve design and functional problems from day one and are encouraged to apply their talents and passions to meet the needs of our teams and the clients we serve.

Reporting to a Principal of the firm the Sr. Architect - Project Manager will be teamed with other design professionals firm leaders and consultants on project teams in the delivery of exceptional architecture and a world class client experience. BLDD has a unique voice and approach in a field that is hard to differentiate and our Design team enriches and expresses our voice on behalf of our clients to delight and inspire those that share in our built environments.

Architect 1 - Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other architects engineers interior and graphic designers and builders to further understand how the space should function and appear.
• Prepares sketches and/or other visual aids to showcase preliminary designs drawings and reports utilizing design applications. Modifies plans as required.
• Maintains current knowledge of trends and materials techniques and other innovative developments in design.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with clients networking groups professional organizations and the local community to promote brand awareness.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as requested or required.

Architect 2 Additional Responsibilities

• Plans designs and facilitates the execution of elements for new building designs and/or building expansions or renovations designs.
• Demonstrates strong technical understanding and provides guidance to Architect 1.
• Collaborates with internal team members to select and determine materials and provides recommendations to Architect 3.
• Creates detailed plans integrating engineering electrical and HVAC considerations; presents plans to Architect 3 for review and approval.

Architect 3 Additional Responsibilities

• Visits the project site to monitor progress and ensure client satisfaction resolving any complaints or concerns.
• Coordinates with clients regarding designs and specifications collaborating with the Sr. Architect on estimated costs and proposed construction schedule.
• Orders or obtains necessary materials adhering to project and budget specifications.

Sr. Architect Additional Responsibilities

• Identifies through consultation clients preferences to define their priorities and visions in terms of needs vs. desires.
• Prepares scale drawings and contract requirements and submits for bids. Collaborates with clients to select and award contracts.
• Determines timelines and project costs and presents accurate estimates to clients and BLDD design leaders.
• Manages Design team members providing guidance and direction throughout all phases of the project life cycle; oversees the installation of materials and other design elements.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in architecture or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Masters degree preferred.
• Years of experience in Architecture or related field: Architect 3 (8-12 Years) Sr. Architect (12 Years)
• Day Travel within the regional Midwest - up to 10%.
• Valid State Drivers License required.
• Architectural license required preferably in the State of IL and/or MO
• Outstanding communication skills both verbal and written.
• Strong work ethic energetic optimistic and positive attitude.
• Attention to detail with great organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Google Sheets & Docs Adobe Acrobat and Bluebeam required.
• Strong expertise in Revit Lumion Sketchup and other modeling software required.
• Willingness to learn and desire to contribute to the teams success.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities to meet deadlines.
• Work is of a creative nature requiring independent judgment and discretion and is intellectual and varied to where the output cannot be standardized with regard to time.

ADA

Physical/Visual/Mental Demands: Position requires the ability to react move about install remove and replace objects exchange information verbally and in writing detect and observe situations requires the use of an automobile lift and move up to 50 lbs. work with others computer and phone system near and far vision required infrequently works with chemicals/toxins.

Typical Working Conditions: The person in this position will work inside with a flexible work schedule that allows for varying start and end times. BLDDs unrelenting work ethic and ambitious performance standards ensure both productivity and flexibility for our staff. Regular attendance required.

Our Firm

We value hard-working creative and supportive team members that are looking for a rewarding and challenging career in a professional environment. Our teams are independent and the culture is fun and promote hybrid and work from home with remote locations throughout the Midwest and value self-motivated intelligent and driven individuals in all positions.

Our firm is a growing firm of over 65 professionals that create and deliver the most innovative educational religious and senior living facilities in the have experienced sustained and dramatic growth over the past 5 years and need more passionate and dynamic team players to meet the demands and possibilities now and in the being over 95 years old as a firm we have the agility and energy of a startup.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedule & Environment
• Primary Office Locations St. Louis MO or Central IL
• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Account
• 401k Company Match & Profit-sharing
• Employer Paid Life insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Critical Illness Accident and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave & Employee Volunteer Time
  

Applications

Please submit resumes and cover letters to . Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they dont meet 100% of the qualifications. If this resonates with you dont be so hard on yourself. Apply for the job!

BLDD Architects is an equal-opportunity employer.

Required Experience:

Senior IC