Industrial Project Architect

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in San Antonio is seeking a Project Architect with significant experience in industrial architecture. The role requires managing project teams and ensuring compliance with design standards. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Architecture and at least 5 years of relevant experience, including proficiency in Autodesk Revit.

The successful applicant will coordinate design activities, lead meetings with various stakeholders, and conduct quality assurance reviews. A commitment to sustainable design practices and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in industrial architecture.
• LEED Accreditation with interest in sustainable design.
• Registered Architect is preferable.
• Experience leading teams and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to complete construction documents.
• Manage design activities and produce detailed documents for construction.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams through all project phases.
• Perform QA/QC and technical reviews.
• Provide construction observation and contract administration as needed.

Skills

Technical design concepts

Design management skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Proficient in Autodesk Revit

Project management skills

Education

Master’s degree in Architecture

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule)

Job description

Project Architect

Primary Location: United States - Texas - San Antonio

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

In the role of Project Architect, we'll count on you to:

• Be knowledgeable in technical design concepts, code applications, design management skills, digital technologies, and design workflows for industrial-type facilities.
• Lead owner/client and internal meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance.
• Lead project teams with varied levels of experience to successfully complete and deliver construction documents and intermediate milestone deliverables.
• Manage and undertake design activities and the production of detailed documents required for construction.
• Independently coordinate the work of a multidisciplinary team through all phases of a project.
• Review architectural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines.
• Perform QA/QC and cross-discipline technical reviews.
• Write and edit architectural specifications.
• Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs, and change orders.
• Incorporate agreed-upon changes into project documents.
• Provide construction observation and contract administration as needed.
• Conduct work sessions at project site in conjunction with Client Representatives, Project Managers and other disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Architecture
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant prior experience in the areas of industrial architecture, such as data centers, water treatment facilities, public utility facilities, operations centers, aerospace, manufacturing, etc.
• LEED Accreditation with experience and/or interest in sustainable design
• Experience leading teams and mentoring junior staff
• Experience facilitating meetings with a range of stakeholders, such as engineers, client, contractors, subcontractors, AHJs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• A minimum of 5 years experience
• Registered Architect *But better for final grouping: keep just bullet points.* **Ok** ``` ```
• Registered Architect
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule)
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in use of Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process
• Demonstrated graphic presentation skills
• Must have experience in preparation and layout of architectural contract documents and specifications
• Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must
• Due to client contract requirements, US Citizenship is required

We are an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.