Architect II - Commercial and Residential - ZipRecruiter : Job Details

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WhatWe Offer:

• Benefit Package (Medical, Dental. Life, short term and long-term ins. Etc.)
• Competitive wages
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Retirement Savings program (401k) with employer match
• Generous PTO program
• Paid Holidays (seven days per year)
• Bonuses

Why Work Here:

• Flexible Schedule
• Weekly Pay
• Partially Employee Owned/Family owned
• Employee Training programs
• Opportunities for advancement

About the Job:

The Architect II will plan and design, and/or facilitate the execution of new building designs, and plan, design and/or facilitate the execution of building expansions or renovations according to client's needs, desires, and financial resources.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Creates project designs and plans for all phases of projects and coordinates building design consultants while monitoring drawings
• Estimates scope of work and oversees less experienced project managers
• Develops solutions and creates project designs and plans
• Initiates and creates project designs and plans of all phases of one or more projects and has responsibility for preparing presentation and design drawings
• Serves as primary liaison contact with clients to bring projects to completion on schedule, within budget and with maximum client satisfaction
• Actively manages client budgets, schedules, and programs; budget and schedule; project communications and documentation; office administrative tasks; and project team assignments
• Estimates fees, determines scope of work, and prepares proposals and contracts on the most complex projects
• Provides oversight and monitoring of work of less experienced project managers
• May act in a team leader capacity in the absence of the manager
• Coordinates all project efforts in order to ensure effective execution, prepares strategic plans, and serves as primary client liaison
• Other duties as assigned

What we are Looking For:

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Extremely proficient with computer-aided design (CAD) software such as AutoCAD and Revit
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Excellent problem-solving, negotiation and consultation skills
• Ability to translate client ideas into visual and/or tangible references such as drawings or models

Education and Experience:

• Ten years of experience, licensed architect
• Bachelor's degree in architecture from an accredited program

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times
• Occasional construction site visits may occur

All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of references, background checks, and pre-employment drug screen.