Project Architect

Ghafari Associates; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Health Savings Accounts

Teladoc

Educational Assistance

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Ghafari Associates, LLC is seeking a Project Architect to lead design development, produce construction documents, and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams on projects of moderate to large size. The role emphasizes mentorship, schedule management, and adherence to client and code requirements.

Candidates should have 15+ years of architecture experience, a degree in architecture or architectural engineering, NCARB, and registration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• NCARB certificate required.
• LEED Certification preferred.
• WELL Building Certification preferred.
• Registered Architect required.
• 15+ years related architecture experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage moderate to large, complex projects.
• Provide mentorship and learning opportunities for less experienced staff.
• Establish design parameters, assess building systems options and cost criteria.
• Formulate the project work plan and lead execution.
• Oversee daily activities of the architectural project team and construction documents.
• Produce schematic design, design development and construction documents.
• Maintain architectural graphic standards and drawing set organization.
• Assist PM with schedule and budget, forecast resource needs.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines and manage information exchange.
• Oversee production of construction documents and addenda/bulletins.
• Perform in-house construction administration duties (RFI responses, shop drawings).
• Maintain/improve office standards and tools; familiarity with Revit setup and laser scanning.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Mentorship

Leadership

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering

NCARB certificate

LEED Certification

WELL Building Certification

Registered Architect

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Bluebeam

BIM360/ACC

Recap

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Job Description:

General Summary:

The Project Architect directs and is responsible for the development of the design work; leads in the production of technical drawings and specifications; coordinates the related work of the other disciplines; and assumes in-house construction administration duties on projects of moderate to large size and complexity.

Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to manage moderate to large, complex projects.
• Provide mentorship and embrace opportunities for learning with less experienced staff throughout the course of the project.
• Establish the factual parameters of the design work (e.g., code, site restrictions, budget and schedule restraints); identify building systems options and related performance and cost criteria; and assist in the presentation of design documents.
• Formulate the project work plan based on an approved scope of work. Plan mini-sheet work plans for assigned projects. Lead the execution of the various tasks identified therein.
• Assume primary responsibility for the daily activities of the architectural project team and the progress of the work and for the technical quality of the Construction Documents (drawings and specifications).
• Accurately produces schematic design, design development and construction documents.
• Proficient at architectural graphic standards and construction drawing set organization and development.
• Assist the Project Manager in adhering to the project schedule and budget identifying changes to the scope of the work, and related repercussions on project schedule and budget. Provide resource/budget forecasting upon request.
• Advise the Manager of Architecture in the staffing requirements for projects.
• Initiate and orchestrate the work of the entire project team (the various engineering and interiors disciplines, and other consultants), and facilitate the timely exchange of information between all project team members; assume responsibility for the coordination of all disciplines, documents, and for insuring that quality control procedures are enforced.
• Responsible for the management of the production of construction documents.
• Prepare written portion of addenda and bulletins relating to architectural work.
• Perform all in-house construction administration duties: respond to RFI’s, review and approve shop drawings, issue bulletins, etc.; provide field-representation services (at the request of the Project Manager or when deemed critical).
• Possess/demonstrates thorough knowledge of company standards. Help maintain and improve office architectural standards, details and production tools.
• Familiar with Revit model creation in accordance with company standards.
• Familiar with Revit project set-up and workset/model management in accordance with company standards.
• Familiar with laser scanning and point clouds.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Employment Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• NCARB certificate required.
• LEED Certification preferred.
• WELL Building Certification preferred.
• Registered Architect required.

Experience:

• 15+ years related architecture experience.

Skills/Competencies:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams. Familiar with BIM360/ACC.
• Familiar with point cloud software (e.g. Autodesk Recap).
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong attention to detail

Benefits:

At Ghafari, we offer a robust benefits package designed to support your overall wellbeing. In addition to a competitive salary, eligible employees receive

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Teladoc
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional License Reimbursement
• Educational Assistance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays

The hourly pay rate for this position is $90,000 to $135,000. Individual pay is based on factors such as relevant experience, job-related skills, education, and training.

Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.

Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work, Crain’s Cool Place to Work, and a Best and Brightest company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects.

Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments.

Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.

Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Aff PDE / affirmative action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways:

It is Ghafari Associates, LLC’s policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance.