The Senior Architect serves as the leader of the Renovations Design Team and is responsible for all design administration from project kick-off through construction documents as well as representing the company to the client. The Senior Architect is an experienced, registered design professional having a strong background in generating and translating concepts into final solutions, compilation of construction documents, in directing a project design team, and in materials and methods of construction. GENERAL SKILLS + Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) + Proficient in current version of Revit, AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Photoshop, Illustrator + Working knowledge of 3D Modeling software preferred + Substantial experience in project management including delivering and clearly communicating conceptual design solutions + Capable of individually managing, producing, coordinating, and executing the development and execution of construction documents + Capable of mentoring and developing junior staff + Sufficient knowledge of engineering disciplines to evaluate and coordinate consultant work + Knowledge of building materials, specifications, building codes and construction techniques + Excellent visual and oral presentation skills + Experience managing a design-build project delivery system + Experience with the development of project cost estimates and general knowledge of value engineering techniques + Ability to organize and prioritize personal workload and make necessary adjustments in meeting strict deadlines PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES + Work independently and provide guidance and supervision of team members + Strong communication skills to work with clients, field personnel and internal departments in achieving deadlines and quality work + Maintain continual client contact through the construction document phase and support the project team as needed from CD's through construction to ensure expected deliverables are met + Maintain quality control of the design function + Carry out the overall architectural design of the project, utilizing the assigned project design team + Support all disciplines into the building project + Meet the design schedule and design construction budget + Attend all project meetings + Perform all other related work, as assigned or as apparent Concept and Schematic Design Phase: + Participate in ideation sessions (including site visits), in the development or design brief + Supervise the preparation of a written program with client in collaboration with the client management team and the NewGround strategy team + Develop total architectural solution (budget, deliverables, and schedule) in tandem with Junior Architects and Designers. + Supervise the development of a conceptual site plan through consultation with civil engineers + Assist in coordination of due diligence services + Supervise and assist with the development of submittal packages for local planning commission approvals + Supervise the research and selection of basic materials, and develop basic exterior wall sections and critical details + Consult with engineers in selection of structural, mechanical, and electrical systems + Research and interpret all applicable codes and regulations + Prepare Outline Specification + Supervise preparation of all necessary materials and exhibits for all design presentations Construction Documents Phase: + Host the Construction Document kick-off call once approval from the client to proceed with Schematic Design program has been obtained + Provide design input and support the project team as needed during development of working drawings + Ensure that office architectural design policies, procedures, and standards are followed + Regularly review status of working drawings to be sure design intent and client expectations have been met + Attend all meetings as necessary + Perform final design intent review of all working drawings Bidding Phase: + Be available for questions + Assist in advising on architectural portions of ASI's, as needed to accomplish design intent, with project team Construction Phase: + Assist the Junior Design team members with design intent questions from the production team, related to shop drawings + Make periodic site visits (as required) to observe the progress and character of the project + Address design intent questions from the production team as needed for development of ASI's and RFI's + Supervise the coordination and response to RFI's EXPECTATIONS + Some travel required + Ability to coordinate multiple projects + Self-starter, team player/coach + Maintain strong relationship with client throughout the duration of the project + Manage junior staff EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE PREREQUISITES + Architectural License required + NCARB certification preferred + Multiple State Architectural Licenses preferred + Minimum 10 years of professional experience in commercial architecture required + Experience in design of corporate headquarters / office buildings preferred + Experience with financial institutions preferred + Revit experience is required + LEED AP credential preferred + WELL AP credential preferred SALARY RANGE: + $100,000-$120,000