Architect, K-12

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. DLR Group has an opening for an experience Project Architect for our K-12 Education Sector. As part of our integrated design teams you create buildings that elevate the human experience through design. What You Will Do • 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 • Work with contractor during design and construction phase through various project delivery methods including design-build, design-assist, and design-bid-build • 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 • Manage and guide assignments of the production team during design and documentation phase • Provide QA/QC to the project team and strive for design and technical excellence in design deliverables • Possess a high level of technical proficiency and attention to detail 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 The suggested pay range for this position is: