Lead Senior Architect, Civic & Justice Projects

NELSON

United States

Hybrid

USD 100,000 - 145,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Full health benefits
Wellness program
Pet Insurance
Opportunities for career advancement
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Flexible working schedules

Job summary

NELSON is seeking a Senior Architect for its Civic & Justice Practice in the United States. You will lead multiple projects through programming, master planning, and CD/CA phases, coordinating with clients and consultants.

A California architect license is required, with experience on public safety and justice facilities including courthouses and detention centers. You will mentor staff, drive design excellence, and oversee technical delivery from concept to construction documents, ensuring

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of design, trends, construction methods, materials selection, and supplier suitability.
  • Ability to manage budgets and schedules within projects.
  • Familiarity with building regulations, life safety, and ADA requirements.
  • Experience producing Construction Documents and project specifications.
  • Proficiency in design development and coordinating with consultants.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and technical questions within the project team.
  • Mentor staff and contribute as a team leader.
  • Prepare Concept through Construction Documents and field surveys.
  • Coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors throughout the project.
  • Ensure compliance with codes and project standards; review RFI's and shop drawings.

Skills

Design & construction processes
Project budgets & schedules
Building codes & accessibility
Construction documents production
Specifications & detailing
MS Project
Newforma Project Center
Deltek Vantagepoint
LEED & WELL knowledge

Education

California Architect license

Tools

MS Project
Newforma Project Center
Deltek Vantagepoint

Job description

NELSON is seeking a Senior Architect for its Civic & Justice Practice in the United States. You will lead multiple projects through programming, master planning, and CD/CA phases, coordinating with clients and consultants.

A California architect license is required, with experience on public safety and justice facilities including courthouses and detention centers. You will mentor staff, drive design excellence, and oversee technical delivery from concept to construction documents, ensuring

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