Architect Duties & Responsibilities
• This job generally requires the ability to do the following work:
• Lead and develop projects from early concept through design development
• Prepare drawings, specifications, and construction documents
• Design and document commercial and industrial building projects
• Consult with clients to determine their requirements
• Coordinate preliminary architectural studies for major new structures and alterations to existing structures and site development
• Organize and manage permit documents
• Work with teams across business lines, in remote locations, and coordinate with subcontractors
• Resolve complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions
• Modify existing plans and elevations to fit client and sales needs
• Create architectural designs based on customer input and feedback
• Prepare and execute client contracts pursuant to specific consultations
• Adjust contracts and designs to meet the changing needs of clients
• Draft designs that reflect green building values and cater to our clients’ desires for smaller carbon footprints
• Adhere to all industry standards in design
• Communicate with contractors and construction workers to implement designs
• Oversee and manage architectural production staff
Skills:
Extensive experience with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
Working knowledge of Building Codes and Construction Documents