Architect

Summary:

Architects work closely with the entire design team to help plan design and make owners spaces special for on-time and in-budget new commercial spaces and buildings. This role works with associated Bobbitt Group team members including business development civil engineering interior design estimating construction management and field superintendents while promoting a positive and safe work environment and works closely with clients and stakeholders to help their vision become reality in a fun efficient cost-effective and timely completed project.

The Bobbitt Group is a 100% Employee-Owned commercial and industrial general contractor building in the Carolinas. With a rich history spanning 80 years we have a strong reputation for quality commitment and integrity.

Building on that foundation we have a unique opportunity for a strategic leading-edge thinker and leader to maintain our exponential trajectory of growth. We are seeking someone who can help develop our Employee-Owners to communicate effectively with each other and our clients leveraging the following core principles:

DELIVER positive energy performance and forge alignment among all stakeholders.

STRENGTHEN our commitment to innovation and technology through tools that bring efficiency to construction.

EXTEND our brand and reinforce the Bobbitt legacy across our communities.

IMPRESS by going above and beyond (even when nobody is watching).

WOW employees and customers with unique experiences and special memories.

SIMPLIFY our processes and procedures ensuring consistency in all that we do.

WELCOME different patterns of thought background and diversity within the company.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Consult with and provide guidance to project stakeholders and staff regarding requirements for design and/or construction of various projects

Network and promote Bobbitt Design and Construction teams

Develop constructible efficient code-compliant designs utilizing programming schematic and design development stages for internal pricing by estimators and client review

Develop clear and accurate construction documents for submittal

Review and collaborate on construction documents with the internal design and construction teams and external subcontractors for best practices and methods

Keep project files and document job evolution as required by the scope of the project

Develop and maintain a working knowledge of construction practices

Continually collaborate with the numerous Bobbitt Group team experts

Monitor project progress via the online Project Management system as well as on-site meetings to ensure design specifications safety and standards are met

Investigate and respond to field questions posed by consultants and construction personnel to expedite field construction

Assist team as necessary for close-out of projects

Coordinate staff members regarding project planning and design

Coordinate with external mechanical plumbing electrical structural site and specialty consultants

Consult and coordinate with construction personnel during construction

Perform other related duties as assigned

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Design Quality & Delivery

Constructible efficient code-compliant designs delivered through programming schematic and design development stages

Clear accurate construction documents developed for submittal

Design specifications safety and standards upheld throughout construction monitored via the online Project Management system and site visits

Collaboration & Coordination

Effective coordination maintained with internal design/construction teams and external subcontractors

Staff coordinated effectively regarding project planning and design

External MEP structural site and specialty consultants coordinated effectively

Client & Field Support

Field questions from consultants and construction personnel investigated and resolved promptly to keep construction on track

Client and stakeholder vision translated into a fun efficient cost-effective and timely completed project

Bobbitt Design and Construction teams actively networked and promoted

Required Knowledge Experience & Competencies:

Bachelors or Masters Degree in Architecture (NAAB Accredited Program required)

Understanding of design principles practices and tools

Proficient in Revit and 3D visualization

Ability to identify and solve complex problems

Excellent organizational multi-tasking and communication skills

Ability to be both creative and analytical

Preferred Knowledge Experience & Competencies:

Licensed and approaching completion of AXP encouraged to apply

Work format:

This position requires team collaboration and presence at in-person meetings and is best suited to a traditional work schedule. Occasional remote work is acceptable.

Travel requirements:

Occasional travel (10-15%) to meetings and events within 150-mile radius of office

Occasional travel to various job site locations as needed for photography or milestone events

Physical requirements:

Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the construction sites in all types of weather

Ability to sit in extended meetings

Ability to lift at least 30 lbs.

Valid Drivers License

This job description covers the principal duties/responsibilities of the role. It should not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

For this role Bobbitt offers an attractive total compensation package including excellent benefits:

Competitive salary and bonus opportunity

Provided laptop computer and cell phone allowance

Flexible paid time off and holidays

Wellness program and mental health resources

Health PPO Dental Vision and Life Insurance

Flexible Spending and Flexible Dependent Care Accounts

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) planBobbitt is 100% Employee Owned

The Bobbitt Group is a 100% Employee-Owned commercial and industrial general contractor building in the Carolinas. With a rich history spanning 80 years we have a strong reputation for quality commitment and integrity.

Bobbitt is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to provide fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal State or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling or sending an email to. Bobbitt provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process as required by law.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US. We participate in E-Verify. Information from all employees Form I-9 is used to confirm work authorization.

Required Experience:

Staff IC