Staff Architect

The candidate must have an exceptional design sense, a pleasant disposition, and great communication skills – both verbally and written. Strong presentation skills are also essential, both by hand as well as digitally. The Staff Architect reports to the Project Manager and Director of Architecture and Design. • Read and understand the contract/proposal scope of services and understand what is expected • Ability to produce drawings for all design phases, conceptual through construction documents with thorough technical detailing and notation • Must have a clear knowledge of zoning ordinances and building codes, with experience in research of same • Assist Project Manager in setting and meeting quality standards for design and technical documents • Take initiative for on-time performance of the work, assist in monitoring the schedule • Function as ASAD client advocate – this means looking professional, acting professional and having a serious intellectual demeanor that represents our work. Ability to produce materials for client presentations • Assist in monitoring the design process, planning solutions, construction documents and construction administration by comparing the progress of the work to the schedule and budgeted hours for each task • Write meeting minutes for team review • Be proactive in checking team members’ work and offer solutions to rectify any problems • Assist in preparing work estimates and scope for addenda to original contracts for team review • Assist in implementation of the Project Management plan to insure adherence to schedule and budget • Maintain BIM/CAD efficiency and BIM/CAD document files • Ability to prepare digital renderings in a timely manner • Assist in coordination of all the deliverables required in the contract • Review, check, coordinate and manage shop drawings to ensure design intent is clearly communicated and understood • Attend and manage construction phase site visits • Manage in-office support of the project during construction phase • Ensure accuracy in all communications • Ensure all deadlines are met as specified by Project Manager and if necessary give adequate notice if issues are unresolved • Attend meetings as necessary • Other duties as assigned