Architect II - Mission Critical

Overview:

Exercises independent judgment in evaluation, selection and use of standard techniques, and solves problems when encountered. A licensed Architect who possesses and applies a diversified knowledge of architectural principles, practices and procedures to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. Anticipates job expectations and contributes to project and design solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares or modifies complex detailed implementation documents and drawings with or without minimal supervision using diverse knowledge of architectural principles, practices and advanced techniques
• May lead team in planning work and developing solutions to technical and design detail problems with limited guidance
• May review the preparation of implementation documents by architectural team
• Collaborates in preparing project schedules and coordinates with team in order to effectively meet deadlines
• Executes deliverables according to scope of services and HKS standards, best practice and quality expectations
• Assists with technical resolution and coordination for a defined portion of a project
• Validates that code and zoning requirements for assigned segment of project are met
• May coordinate with project managers, clients, public agencies, consultants and contractors to incorporate engineering systems, to respond to requests for information, clarifications and modifications, and to obtain approvals
• Prepares client presentations and presents design concepts and drawings as needed
• Understands and supports negotiations on critical issues with project team
• Performs product research; assists project designers with materials and systems evaluation to make proper selections
• Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
• May attend on-site visits, field reviews and project meetings and documents as appropriate
• May be responsible for preparing meeting minutes for consultant coordination meetings
• Seeks leadership opportunities by providing direction and feedback to team members and collaborating with team leaders
• Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
• Collaborates in delivering a project on defined budget requirements
• Travel may be required

Qualifications:

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture
• Architectural Registration required (Cédula Profesional)
• Typically 5+ years of experience in equivalent quality design firms
• Sustainable design accreditation preferred
• Proficiency in Revit
• Proficiency in architectural software such as AutoCAD, Navisworks and 3D modeling software (including Rhino and Grasshopper) preferred