Project Architect

HCM; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

401(K) with company match

PTO Plans

Mentorship Programs and Professional •

Job summary

HCM is seeking a Project Architect to join the PK-12 studio in Charlotte, NC. The role involves leading design development, coordinating with consultants, and contributing to construction document production, while ensuring compliance with design intent, schedule, and budgets.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of architectural experience, a valid architect license, and strong leadership and presentation abilities. Experience in education projects and knowledge of codes are highly valued.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in the Architectural field.
• License required.
• Experience in Education sector preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and experience with project teams.
• Experience leading client meetings and sub-consultant coordination.
• Experience in preparing construction documents and construction administration.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and regulations.
• LEED and/or WELL Building credentials are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops a thorough understanding of projects’ design philosophy and provides input in developing a design and building performance strategy and effectively conveys this to assigned team members when appropriate.
• Contributes to project’s technical design effort, subsequent detailed design development, project coordination and quality control efforts during all phases of project work, in close collaboration with the project manager and project designer.
• Seeks creative and innovative solutions to assigned tasks and develops appropriate research and documents to support these solutions.
• Actively collaborates with and coordinates work of consultants and knowledge resources to ensure the project deliverables are coordinated, integrated, and support the design concept and performance goals of the project.
• Contributes to the preparation of design documents and detailed development of construction documents during all project phases.
• Advances the production of schematic, design development and construction documents in compliance with project scope, schedule, cost, and design intent.
• Maintains awareness of evolving building technology and systems
• Reviews shop drawings, material samples and CDs for conformance with design
• Maintains contact with clients, consultants, and contractors during all project phases, participating in marketing, client and owner presentations as requested.

Skills

5-10 years of architectural experience

Leadership

Client meetings

Sub-consultant coordination

Design and presentation skills

Graphic skills

Construction documentation

Education

Architect license

Job description

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Project Architect

Full-time Regular Professional Charlotte, NC, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1467

About Our People

Excellent design can't happen without exceptional people. This value continues to guide our growth. We hire talented people, inspire them with work that they love and build a team to achieve something special.

About Our Search

Our team is looking for a strong architect to join our PK-12 studio in Charlotte. Our next team member will have excellent communication, design, graphic and visualization skills. This individual will manage, organize and coordinate with the design and technical project teams throughout the design process to successfully execute architectural projects.

About Our Market Studio

PK-12 school design is most effective when it actively supports and enriches school programs. HCM's designs have been informed by and are responsive to research, learning philosophy, community, and ultimately, the learners themselves. Spaces, both within and without, need to support the myriad of ways teaching and learning occur. Together, we work with our clients to integrate distinct programs and excellent design to create exceptional educational experiences.

About The Position

• Develops a thorough understanding of projects’ design philosophy and provides input in developing a design and building performance strategy and effectively conveys this to assigned team members when appropriate.
• Contributes to project’s technical design effort, subsequent detailed design development, project coordination and quality control efforts during all phases of project work, in close collaboration with the project manager and project designer.
• Seeks creative and innovative solutions to assigned tasks and develops appropriate research and documents to support these solutions.
• Actively collaborates with and coordinates work of consultants and knowledge resources to ensure the project deliverables are coordinated, integrated, and support the design concept and performance goals of the project.
• Contributes to the preparation of design documents and detailed development of construction documents during all project phases.
• Advances the production of schematic, design development and construction documents in compliance with project scope, schedule, cost, and design intent.
• Maintains awareness of evolving building technology and systems
• Reviews shop drawings, material samples and CDs for conformance with design
• Maintains contact with clients, consultants, and contractors during all project phases, participating in marketing, client and owner presentations as requested.

About You

• 5-10 years of experience in the Architectural field
• License required.
• Experience in Education sector preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and experience with project teams.
• Excellent design, graphic and presentation skills.
• Experience leading client meetings and sub-consultant coordination.
• Experience in preparing construction documents and construction administration.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and regulations
• LEED and/or WELL Building credentials are a plus.

About Our Culture

Creative. Entrepreneurial. Responsible. We care about helping people realize their potential. We do much more as a team than simply design together. We're committed to social, environmental, and community responsibility through firm wide activities and events.

About our Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(K) with company match
• PTO Plans
• Mentorship Programs and Professional Development

EEO Statement

HCM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Accessibility Statement

HCM is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources at 410-837-7311.

**A portfolio or work samples must be submitted to be considered for the position. A link to a portfolio or work samples is preferred. Max size of the portfolio or work samples to be considered is 4 MB**