Project Architect, K-12

Company: Dlr Group
Location: San Diego
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

Elevate the human experience through design TMWe are an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you're in the right place.The Architecture team has an opening for a Project Architect for our K-12 practice.Location:

• DLR Group operates within a hybrid work model, supporting flexibility between office time and work from home.Position SummaryProject Architects at DLR Group are responsible for managing all aspects of project document development for complex K-12 projects both large and small. They are also responsible for coordination with project team members to maintain work product quality within the established project schedule.As part of our integrated design teams, you create buildings that elevate the human experience through design. You will partner directly with the Project Manager to ensure the financial health of the project, the quality of project documents, claim prevention, team collaboration, and communication. Additionally, you will lead the cross-functional design disciplines in developing technical solutions.The successful candidate will:
  • Apply practice standards and maintain comprehensive design and technical skillsets across project deliverables.
  • Ensure BIM standards are applied, QA/QC procedures are followed, and clash detection issues are resolved.
  • Plan, design, and coordinate projects of varying sizes while applying advanced architectural concepts and innovative techniques.
  • Coordinate drawings and specifications with the specification writer and assist in preparing sections as assigned.
  • Review cost estimates for design alignment and manage time in alignment with the project workplan.
  • Communicate effectively with the project team through written, oral, and visual means, and lead collaboration to generate design solutions.
  • Engage peers and specialty experts for holistic solutions and participate in client presentations.
  • Meet deliverable deadlines, understand construction and material costs, and ensure alignment with the project budget.
  • Have a comprehensive understanding of, and the ability to coordinate and lead, the design disciplines in developing technical solutions.
  • Have knowledge of all aspects of professional practice from schematic design through project close-out.
  • Be able to work and present ideas in a team environment as well as self-manage and self-motivate in a creative environment.
  • Possess a high level of technical proficiency in the production of drawings.
  • Work directly with Project Managers and Designers in the conceptual development of project documents.
  • Grow as a leader of the in-house team, coordinating with engineers, interior designers, the PM, and consultants.Required Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or related field.
    • 6-8 years of experience as a Project Architect.
    • Proficient in REVIT and CAD computer modeling and rendering software.
    • The ability to travel occasionally to support project tasks.
    • Must be eligible to work in the United States without need for work visa or residency sponsorship.Preferred Qualifications:
      • Licensure in California.
      • DSA.
      • Have a demonstrated K-12 educational portfolio.DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. We are 100% employee-owned: every employee is literally invested in our clients' success.Our comprehensive Benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities. The potential pay range for this role is $80,000 - $105,000.We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.
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