Woodward Design+Build New Orleans , LA 70130
Posted 2 months ago
Woodward Design+Build is a leader in the design and construction community with a culture that encourages innovation and offers challenging career opportunities. Woodward Design Group is looking for a talented, design-oriented licensed Architect with Ten or more years' experience to join our team of professionals.
Woodward offers a supportive, rigorous, value-driven work environment and a wide range of exciting projects that will keep you challenged, motivated, and growing your career. Here are the qualifications we are looking for:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Senior Architect designs and manages midsized to large, sometimes complex projects and may oversee a team of Architects and technicians. This position reports to the two Principals of Woodward Design Group
The Senior Architect validates Owner's program requirements, including expectations for quality, price, and schedule.
The Senior Architect develops a design schedule and tracks its milestones.
Performs or coordinates documented zoning and code analysis which is periodically updated during the design process.
Leads the coordination of activities of all professional disciplines assigned to the project as well as technical information from vendors and owners.
The Senior Architect leads the conceptual and schematic design efforts, as well as a narrative of building systems, based on validated program and other pertinent information.
After obtaining Owner approval, leads the design development and construction document preparation, maintaining the flow of information to assure final documents accurately reflect the contract scope and design intent.
Leads the construction administration: processing submittals, RFI responses, periodic site observation to ensure that design intent, quality, and owner expectations are met, and monitoring proposed changes.
Leads or oversees coordination of permitting activities including written responses to all review comments.
The Senior Architect tracks and updates monthly project financial reports when requested by the Principals of Woodward Design Group.
The Senior Architect leads close out activities, including punch lists, required certifications, and review and turnover of record documents.
Ability to perform job duties by following WDB's core values (Reliability, Courage, Teamwork, Determination, and Humility)
SKILLS:
Proficiency in Revit software
Excellent design and communication skills
Self-motivated team player with attention to detail
Constantly strives for excellence in service and deliverables.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture from an NAAB accredited University
Must be licensed by and in good standing with the state Board of Architectural Examiners.
Current certification by the National Council of Architects Registration Boards (NCARB) strongly preferred.
Conforms to the rules and ethics of the architectural licensing board of the state of jurisdiction (LSBAE in Louisiana)
Salary is commensurate with experience and includes a generous comprehensive benefits package. Join us for a more collaborative approach to the built environment. Qualified candidates should submit their resume, portfolio samples, and references.
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