Project Architect

Overview Since 1916, Danis has been dedicated to being builders with a foundation of integrity, driven by innovation, and dedicated to the vision of our clients. We are committed to hiring the best and brightest in our industry.

We believe in investing in our most valuable asset - our employees. Danis University offers over 45 training programs for our operations professionals, ensuring continuous development that supports ongoing learning, skill-building, and career advancement, shaping the growth of our professionals throughout their careers. When you join Danis, you become part of a team that values your talent and fosters your professional growth.

Together, we can make a meaningful impact, push boundaries, and achieve unparalleled results. The Project Architect plays a pivotal role in our organization, driving the architectural design process from conception through construction while ensuring alignment with project goals and standards. This role requires a balance between design innovation and technical acumen, mentoring junior staff, and delivering high-quality outcomes in sectors such as healthcare, life sciences, and food/beverage.

This position reports to the Director of Design. Responsibilities Key Accountabilities: Manage External Design Partners:

Leverage external architectural firms to align on project goals and standards. Client Interaction: Engage with owners, clients, and internal departments to gather project requirements and develop actionable plans.

Execute Internal Architectural Design Process: Oversee all design phases, including Programming, Concepting, Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documentation. Develop Standards:

Assist in creating and maintaining departmental and BIM (Revit) standards, and standard details. Prepare Construction Documents: Assemble high quality, comprehensive construction documents and write project specifications.

Coordinate Design Teams: Collaborate with PME designers and other design partners to ensure integrated project solutions. Support Business Development:

Develop concepts and graphics for project proposals with the BD team. Ensure Compliance: Conduct code reviews and ensure designs meet Ohio Building Code and other regulatory requirements.

Project Management: Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, coordinating with stakeholders. Conduct Field Work:

Perform field work and oversee construction administration to resolve project issues. Support Cost Estimation: Assist in the cost estimating process with the PreCon department.

Mentor and Manage Junior Staff: Guide, mentor, and manage junior staff, fostering their development and ensuring alignment with project objectives. Qualifications Education:

Master's or Professional Bachelor's in Architecture Experience: 6 - 10 years in architectural design and project management. Licensure: Licensed Architect or nearing completion of licensing process. Technical Skills:

Strong balance between design and technical skills, particularly in construction detailing. Extensive BIM (Revit) modeling experience. Experience with supporting software packages (Lumion, Photoshop, etc.) that support rendering and BD efforts.

Experience with writing specification. Understanding of Ohio Building Code, including code review, zoning, and planning commission processes. Experience in the Design Build arena and coordination with design assist partners.

Design Experience: Healthcare, Life Sciences, Food & Beverage/Manufacturing ( Familiarity with FGI Healthcare is a plus). EEO Statement Danis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Danis does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

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