Mid to Senior Project Architect (Hybrid)

Browning Day; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mid to Senior Project Architect to join their creative team. This role involves executing comprehensive design processes, mentoring junior staff, and maintaining strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a solid architectural background, be proficient in tools like AutoCAD and Revit, and possess excellent communication skills. With a focus on innovative and sustainable designs, this position offers the chance to work on diverse projects across various sectors. Join a supportive and dynamic environment where your creativity can thrive and make a real impact on the community.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Comprehensive health insurance

401k retirement plan

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible schedule

Creative team environment

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills and architectural knowledge.
• Experience in mentoring and team collaboration is essential.

Responsibilities

• Execute design processes and maintain client relationships.
• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, and quality with teams.
• Promote innovative and sustainable design solutions.

Skills

Creative communication of design ideas

Team relationship building

Architectural finishes knowledge

Effective verbal and written communication

Knowledge of zoning and accessibility codes

Graphical communication of design concepts

Education

Licensed Architect

10+ years of professional experience

Tools

AutoCAD

3D rendering software (Lumion)

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Sketchup

Revit

Job description

At Browning Day, our portfolio spans a broad range of project types within civic, cultural, healthcare, higher education, faith-based, hospitality, mixed-use, preservation and reuse, sports and wellness, and the workplace. Our success is based on the client's vision coming to life and includes a team of Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, and support staff who play a part in solving complex design problems We are seeking a Mid to Senior Project Architect who will add their skills and creativity to our diverse projects.

Core Responsibilities:

• Executing the overarching design of a project per the Browning Day design process.
• Using technical knowledge, communication, and coordination skills to meet project requirements.
• Mentoring the work of less experienced staff.
• Participating in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
• Coordinating the project quality, schedule, and performance with the other disciplines.
• Responsible for maintaining positive client relationships throughout the project.
• Advise on design schedule and consultant team makeup in conjunction with the Project Manager.
• Coordinate programming efforts, including information gathering site analysis and site inventory of existing conditions, identifying opportunities and constraints.
• Coordinate project schedules and budgeted hours and adjust during the design process.
• Coordination of consultants, sub-consultants, other disciplines, and contractors.
• Correspond with internal staff, consultants, contractors and other disciplines, and contractors.
• Assists with documentation and timely distribution of all meeting notes to the project team.
• Promotes innovative design concepts which are practical, aesthetically pleasing, safe and code compliant, and meet the intended purpose of the project.
• Incorporates and considers sustainable design solutions into all projects.
• Select and specify appropriate materials and associated details.
• Impact all phases of design, documentation, specifications, and construction administration.
• Implements the QA/QC comments and design review at each phase of the project.
• Instrumental in the construction administration phase, responding to RFI’s, ASI’s, and shop drawings, and is involved in field site reviews and reports.
• Implements Browning Day standards for all project deliverables, and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

• Possess creative talent in communication of complex and diverse conceptual design ideas.
• Foster mutual trust and confidence by developing relationships in a team environment.
• Integral in guiding the internal team and external consultants working toward the common goal.
• Knowledge of architectural finishes, lighting, signage, etc.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and provide high-quality service to clients.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
• Determine focus on design, building science, and/or management.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of all zoning, codes and ADA/FHA/accessibility requirements and applicable codes pertaining to site design considerations.
• Ability to graphically communicate design concepts.
• Prepares and conducts client presentations.
• Proficiency in the following:
  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Understand the capabilities of AutoCAD
  • Understand the capabilities of 3D rendering software (Lumion, etc.)
  • Preferred knowledge of Affinity Photo, Designer, and Publisher
• Highly preferred: Sketchup and Revit
• Satisfactory completion of a background screening.
• A Licensed Architect (or complete within an agreed-upon timeline)
• Typical professional experience: +10 years

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time position with a competitive salary and paid time off.
• Comprehensive health, vision, dental and other supplemental insurance.
• Company paid disability (long and short-term) and life insurance.
• A 3% contribution to a 401k retirement plan with no vesting period.
• Opportunity to earn an annual bonus.
• Hybrid remote work environment with flexible schedule .
• Chance to be a part of a creative and supportive team.

Browning Day believes that diversity drives innovation and collaboration. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, experience, merit, and business needs.