Architectural Staff

Life.Church; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Edmond, Oklahoma, seeks a Project Architect to manage Real Estate Development projects from renovations to new buildings. The role requires proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and BlueBeam, along with strong communication and time management skills. The organization provides extensive benefits, includes professional development dollars, and promotes diversity within its team.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Professional development funding

Casual dress environment

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated and able to make independent decisions.
• Effective at multi-tasking and time management to meet strict deadlines.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create design documents for new Real Estate Development and renovations.
• Coordinate designs from consulting engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with city codes and regulations.

Skills

Self-motivated

Effective multi-tasking

Excellent communication skills

Experience with architectural design

Fluency in Revit

Fluency in AutoCAD

Fluency in SketchUp

Fluency in BlueBeam

2+ years of related work experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

BlueBeam

Procore

Job description

Overview

The Architectural Staff is responsible for the production and management of Real Estate Development documents on all projects from small renovations to new buildings. This role will use a combination of Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and BlueBeam software. The Project Architect will also produce Real Estate Development revisions, review submittals, and ensure compliance to all local and national building codes. The Architectural Staff utilizes their skills to deliver results that align with the direction of their team to further Life.Church’s mission and to reach people for Christ.

At Life.Church, we exist to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ. It’s been our mission since 1996 and has guided us every day. Leading people isn’t just an expectation; it’s a necessity. It’s a cornerstone of our culture. That's why we’re always seeking leaders—leaders like you—to bring your skills to life. We are one church meeting in multiple locations, and we want to help you become the person God made you to be.

What You'll Do

• Create design documents for new Real Estate Development, remodels and renovations in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, BlueBeam or through other applicable software
• Coordinate and incorporate designs from all consulting engineers
• Create written specifications as needed for clear direction
• Ensure designs are compliant with applicable city codes and regulations
• Manage web-based project management tool (Procore)
• Review and approve product submittals for contractors
• Distribute appropriate submittals to engineers for their review when needed
• Promote clear communication with consulting engineers and architects about the design of our buildings
• Ensure regular contact with contractors when reviewing building drawings, submittals, and the occasional requests for information (RFI)

Skills Needed to Succeed

• Ability to self-motivate, make independent decisions and problem solve with innovation
• Effective at multi-tasking and time management to meet strict deadlines
• Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills to clearly explain complicated processes and regulations
• Experience with architectural or interior design and ability to navigate through blueprints
• Fluency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and BlueBeam software
• 2+ years of related work experience, preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required

Benefits We Offer

• Paid parental leave, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Generous employer-paid leave for the use of vacation, sick time, and other qualifying reasons
• Innovative and comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance that provides team members with useful resources and savings to navigate their holistic health
• Life insurance policy provided for all staff members at 2x annual salary at no cost. Additional life insurance coverage is available to purchase
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability is covered at 100% for full-time qualified staff members
• Comprehensive wellness and mental health benefits allow staff to proactively invest in their physical and emotional health
• Generous 401(k) retirement plan allowing a team member to have up to 12.5% contributed into their account in their first year. More years on staff increase the investment
• $160 annually in development dollars for professional growth
• Casual dress and work environment
• More benefits available

Our Beliefs, Culture, and Commitment to Diversity

At Life.Church, every staff member, and intern is a minister and is expected to engage in the church's ministry fully. We consider ministry readiness and an individual’s capacity to represent Life.Church’s beliefs as a minister during the selection process for all staff and intern positions. An essential function within every position held by a staff member or intern at Life.Church is to uphold and represent the beliefs of Life.Church.

We unite around our mission, and we know unity doesn’t mean uniformity. Our calling is too great, and our mission is too important not to strengthen our team through diversity. We know that diverse perspectives in race, ethnicity, background, age, and gender are essential to reaching the world for Christ. To learn more about how we strengthen our team through diversity, visit our careers page.

All data collected in our application process, from resume collection to application questions, is used for recruitment purposes only.