Architect

Brigham Young University; Utah; On-site; USD 92,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k contribution by BYU

Excellent vacation and holidays

Tuition benefits

Free on-campus parking

Wellness program

Paid parental/maternity leave

UTA passes

Discounts at BYU Store

Job summary

Brigham Young University is seeking a senior architectural leader to manage in-house construction projects from programming through completion. You will oversee design, documentation, and field administration, ensuring compliance with BYU standards, budgets, and schedules.

The role requires a architecture degree, a minimum of ten years in an architectural setting, and proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam Revu.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture from an accredited program, or equivalent education and experience.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in an architectural office or institutional facilities planning environment.
• Five (5) years of professional experience using Autodesk Revit, Autodesk AutoCAD, and Bluebeam Revu.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary project manager and architectural lead for assigned in-house construction projects.
• Lead Design Project Manager and/or Architect of Record on select contract projects
• Serve as the University’s architectural representative for assigned projects designed by outside consultants.
• Architectural Review & Sealing – review and seal projects requiring an architectural seal.
• Maintain knowledge and involvement to provide professional oversight and direction.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Provide comprehensive planning, architectural design, and project management services for remodeling, renovation, infrastructure improvements, and selected new construction projects across the BYU campus. Responsibilities include programming, project planning, design, preparation of construction documents and specifications, cost and schedule coordination, code compliance, consultant management, construction administration, and project closeout. The position serves as the primary architectural representative throughout the life of assigned projects, ensuring that projects meet university standards, budgets, schedules, and quality expectations. This position may be assigned projects that require architectural licensure and seal.

What you’ll do in this position:

• Serve as the primary project manager and architectural lead for assigned in-house construction projects.
• Lead Design Project Manager and/or Architect of Record on select contract projects
• Serve as the University’s architectural representative for assigned projects designed by outside consultants.
• Architectural Review & Sealing – By assignment, review and seal projects requiring an architectural seal, including the architect’s own projects and projects developed by architectural designers under the architect’s supervision.
• Maintain sufficient knowledge and involvement in assigned projects to provide appropriate professional oversight and direction.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and commitment to the mission and values of Brigham Young University.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture from an accredited program, or equivalent education and experience.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in an architectural office or institutional facilities planning environment.
• Five (5) years of professional experience using Autodesk Revit, Autodesk AutoCAD, and Bluebeam Revu.

Technical Knowledge:

• Expert proficiency with Autodesk Revit, Autodesk AutoCAD, and Bluebeam Revu.
• Thorough knowledge of architectural drafting and BIM standards.
• Thorough understanding of construction specifications and specification software.
• Thorough knowledge of current International Building Code and related building, fire, accessibility, and life safety codes.
• Thorough understanding of the ADA Standards for Accessible Design and the adopted edition of ICC A117.1.
• Working knowledge of structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, audiovisual, communications, and site systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of commercial building materials, construction methods, and detailing.

Project Management Skills:

• Project planning and scheduling.
• Budget development and cost control.
• Construction administration.
• Quality assurance and document coordination.
• Problem solving and decision making.

Professional Skills:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in architecture.
• Experience managing architectural projects from programming through construction completion.
• Experience managing higher education, institutional, healthcare, or commercial projects.
• Experience coordinating architectural and engineering consultants.
• Experience with construction administration and contract documents.

What we offer in return:

In addition to our competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Short/long term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 55

Typical Starting Pay: $92,000.00 to $119,000.00 annually