Architect - Senior Level

Stone Peak; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k employer contribution

Flexible spending

Paid vacation

Health/dental/disability/life benefits

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm seeks a Senior Architect in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role requires 8+ years of architectural experience and offers the chance to influence projects from concept to construction. The ideal candidate will hold an architecture degree and have robust skills in AutoCAD and project management. The position includes a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, and is open only to U.S. citizens or authorized workers, excluding candidates needing visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in all phases of architectural projects.
• Architectural license desired; LEED accreditation a plus.
• Experience directing and coordinating work efforts of junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare programming and concept development documentation.
• Execute applicable agency review analysis for codes and zoning.
• Produce schematic and construction documents.

Skills

Architectural design

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

AutoCAD proficiency

Building codes knowledge

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Revit

Job description

Overview

Architect - Senior-Level

Seeking a talented architect to support our industrial architectural practice. Will play a key role in all phases of architectural design and facility programming from proposal development through construction administration.

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Schedule: Full time - Year round

Travel: Roughly 30%

Responsibilities

• Prepare programming and concept development documentation to meet clients’ needs and budget
• Establish budget, task schedule, and other components of a project work plan with the Project Manager
• Execute applicable agency review analysis for codes, zoning, accessibility, life-safety, etc.
• Carry out design and architectural detailing tasks including site and building planning studies, elevation studies, stairs, functional space layouts, building sections, wall sections, special details, etc.
• Produce schematic, design development and construction documents; make decisions and negotiate critical issues in collaboration with the Project Manager and other team members
• Provide leadership to the project team (all disciplines) for documents coordination including design drawings construction documentation and specifications
• Help maintain and improve office architectural standards, details and production tools
• Direct, organize, and mentor junior staff with responsibility for oversight
• Perform construction administration duties - RFI’s, RFP’s, change orders, on-site observation, etc.
• Maintain contact with clients, consultants, and contractors
• Participate in marketing efforts and lead presentations to prospective clients

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture
• 8+ years of professional experience in all phases of architectural projects
• Architectural license desired with LEED accreditation a plus
• A broad range of commercial/industrial project experience is desired
• Experience with building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is necessary. Experience with Revit is a preferred but not required.
• Advanced experience in all phases of a project including construction documentation review
• Experience directing and coordinating work efforts of junior staff
• Understanding of the project management process
• Effective verbal, written and graphic communication skills
• Professional and collaborative work ethic

Visa sponsorship: Not accepting applications from candidates who will require visa sponsorship. Only candidates who are U.S. Citizens, lawful residents, or are otherwise authorized to work in the US without employer sponsorship will be considered.

The successful candidates will be professional, self-motivated, energetic and enthusiastic with excellent communication and inter-personal skills. Compensation includes base salary (based on experience) plus eligibility for performance bonus, profit share, 401k employer contribution, health/dental/disability/life benefits, flexible spending and paid vacation.