Architect
New Orleans, LA - USA
Job Summary
Description
Position Description
Position Salary Range*
The expected salary range for this position is $85000 to $100000 annually.
Required Qualifications**
- NAAB-accredited Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture
- Current architectural license/registration
- 8 years of progressive professional architectural experience
Preferred Qualifications**
- LEED certification and/or passion for sustainability preferred
Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they dont meet 100% of the listed requirements We dont want you to hold back! If you check most of the qualifications above and believe you could successfully do the work we encourage you to apply!
Position Responsibilities***
- Lead projects from conception to completion ensuring high-quality delivery
- Lead small project teams reviewing work to maintain standards and provide guidance
- Translate project goals into a clear vision and produce original engaging solutions
- Develop advanced technical skills aesthetic awareness collaboration techniques and time management
- Contribute to studio leadership and support team processes helping other team members grow in technical and career skills
- Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines for optimal project outcomes.
- Maintain a broad understanding of the discipline; may be licensed or unlicensed
- Operate independently with sound judgment while escalating issues as appropriate
- Independently prepare and coordinate architectural drawings and BIM models across multiple project phases
- Lead the development of schematic design and design development concepts in collaboration with project leadership
- Review work for compliance with project requirements building codes and quality standards
- Coordinate architectural scope with engineering consultants and other disciplines
- Prepare and review construction documents to ensure accuracy completeness and constructability
- Perform code analysis and support permitting and regulatory review processes
- Develop and refine construction cost estimates in collaboration with project teams
- Lead construction administration activities on small to medium projects including submittal reviews RFIs and change orders
- Conduct site observations prepare field reports and support resolution of construction issues
- Review and mentor junior team members by providing clear direction and constructive feedback
- Maintain and develop internal and external client relationships
- Seal and sign permit documents on assigned projects
- May have supervisory responsibilities including training assigning and directing work reviewing performance rewarding and disciplining team members addressing complaints and resolving problems
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws
- Other duties as assigned
Working at Cushing Terrell
Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.
Why Cushing Terrell
At Cushing Terrell we empower creative designers to discover imaginative responsible first-of-their kind environments. But more than that we support a strong cohesive team from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together we champion diversity equity inclusion and belonging placing people at the center of our practice thus our tagline design meets you.
Together we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here the people we work for and the planet as a whole.
We offer a competitive benefits package work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide for more information.
Things to Note
*Actual pay will be determined based on the candidates years of experience licensure status location level of proficiency and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.
**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
***The majority of the time a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend stretch twist and reach.
Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or national origin or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.
Note to recruitment agencies: Cushing Terrell does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Cushing Terrell without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Cushing Terrell.
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About Company
Cushing Terrell's research-backed, collaborative, multidisciplinary design team brings built environments to life. Reach out to learn more!