Project Architect - Data Centers (Hybrid)
- Compensation
- $67K–$124K / yr
- Location
- Seattle, WA, US
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Category
- Architecture
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s or Master‘s degree in Architecture or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm.
- Proficiency with Revit, Auto-CAD, and MS Office.
- Demonstrated experience utilizing collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Teams.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating architectural construction documents; Previous documentation of various project types, scale, and complexity preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in all aspects of construction administration including RFI / submittal review, generating field reports, and project close-out procedures.
- Demonstrated professional expertise with Data Centers is required.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
Full description
Overview
MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for a Project Architect - Data Centers to join our Client Programs Market team in any of our offices within the US! This may include Boston, MA; Philadelphia, PA; Seattle, WA; Albany, NY; and Phoenix, AZ! A complete listing of our offices can be found at Colliers Engineering & Design Offices.
In this role, you’ll be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of global and national building programs, with a strong focus on data centers and high-impact client leadership. From early design concepts to project delivery, you’ll play a pivotal role in bringing cutting-edge projects to life while building lasting client relationships.
Our new Project Architect will be primarily responsible for overseeing the development and execution of architectural construction documents. They work closely with outside consultants and provide guidance to internal project teams through all phases of design and documentation. They will also be responsible for coordinating construction administration and project close-out activities.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the production and coordination of contract deliverables including field surveys, design drawings, construction documents, exhibits, and specifications. Primary focus is ensuring completeness of the work in alignment with the project contract and design intent, maintaining MG2 quality standards, and coordinating consultant deliverables.
- Collaborate with internal design staff on the integration of design generated deliverables into contract documents and specifications. Individuals must display a detailed understanding of how jurisdictional requirements, client standards, and programmatic guidelines impact and inform design.
- Coordinate project deliverables with external consultants and project partners.
- Generate complete and comprehensive code research and feasibility studies, including required coordination with AHJ representatives. This may include scheduling and participating in pre-submittal or design review meetings.
- Provide administrative support for project teams including, creating meeting agendas and minutes, updating project trackers, completing permit applications or checklists, maintaining RFI and submittal logs, and generating various types of project reports.
- Demonstrate a detailed understanding of firm-wide documentation standards and procedures, including proper use of MG2 templates and graphic standards. Provide guidance to other staff members regarding implementation of design standards as required.
- Assist with generating accurate and complete project specifications that align with project scope, design intent, and contractual deliverables.
- Participate in QA/QC reviews of all deliverables, including coordination and review of consultant documents, drawings, and specifications.