Project Architect - La Bella : Job Details

We are currently hiring a Project Architect in our Architectural division at our Buffalo, NY office. The Project Architect will support our Essential Facilities and Municipal Design Studio. The studio is an offset division from LaBella's Municipal Group. The Essential Facilities Design Studio specializes in architectural projects for fire stations, police stations, SWAT Training, armories, 911 Centers, fire and police training centers, department of public works, ambulance centers, mercy flight hangers, and other miscellaneous municipal work for local and County municipalities.The Architectural Division at LaBella provides comprehensive planning and design services for a wide variety of markets, including Municipal, State, Federal, Healthcare, K-12 and Higher Education, Residential, and Commercial projects.The overall expectations of the Project Architect position are to work with large project teams, including in-house and outside subconsultants, to ensure that all aspects of the project are being met and completed. An individual in this position needs to be capable of delegating aspects of work to the Project Technician and coordinating with all other disciplines to successfully deliver high quality, coordinated projects.The Project Architect will assist the Project Manager with client meetings, design team meetings, and construction administration. In addition, the Project Architect must be motivated and capable of performing all duties with minimal guidance.A successful candidate will be self-motivated with the ability to lead, communicate, coordinate, and motivate. A successful candidate will also possess strong interpersonal, collaboration, and organizational skills, as well as contribute to a positive work environment. This position has excellent advancement opportunities within our corporate structure.Duties Ideal candidate could:Execute a project start to finishComplete thorough and accurate Code reviewsHave proposal writing experienceHave experience with client managementHave a record of executing projects with low change order percentageUnderstand how to execute public works projectsHave specification writing experience including front end spec preparationBe willing to certify their own workMinimum Requirements Bachelor's or Master's degree in ArchitectureRegistered Architect in the state of New York (desirable but not required)8+ years of work experience under a licensed architectPrior experience designing projects for Essential Facilities and public works projects is preferred.Have thorough knowledge and understanding of New York State building codesStrong technical design, specification writing and construction document skillsWell-developed project design and planning skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent graphic presentation skillsRevit BIM Modeling experienceMicrosoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Project)Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000 per yearThe specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.Flexible Work ScheduleHealth/Dental Insurance401k Plan with Employer MatchShort & Long Term DisabilityProfit SharingPaid Time OffLeadership Development ProgramFitness ReimbursementTuition ReimbursementReferral Bonus ProgramWellness ProgramTeam Building EventsCommunity Service Events#J-18808-Ljbffr