Project Architect

Stantec; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec seeks a Project Architect to lead and technically execute project design, building code adherence, and documentation quality. The role involves independent judgment on components, coordinating disciplines, mentoring staff, and advancing design criteria in collaboration with the Project Director.

Candidate will stay current with codes, ADA requirements, and industry advances, promoting innovative methods to deliver integrated project documents and solutions across teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct work requiring independent judgment in evaluating standard construction components and systems to execute design intent.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate detailed phases of professional work on major/moderate projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and ADA requirements.
• Assist the Project Director in developing staff-hours and scheduling for project aspects.
• Coordinate layout, design, drafting, and specifications produced by others.
• Mentor junior staff and assist in developing future project architects.
• Assist in establishing project design criteria in consultation with the Project Director.
• Stay informed on new developments and systems via research and consultation with outside experts.
• Promote technologies and methodologies to improve technical quality and stay current with codes and industry advances.
• Collaborate across disciplines to produce integrated project documents and solutions.

Job description

Your Opportunity

Stantecis seeking a Project Architect to be responsible for the leadership and technical execution of project design, building code and technical quality of project documentation.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct work requiring independent judgment in the evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard construction components and systems to execute design intent
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate detailed phases of professional work in part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and ADA requirements
• Assist the Project Director in developing project staff-hours and planning schedule for his/her aspects of the project
• Coordinate the layout, design, drafting, and specifications produced by other architects and technicians who assist in specific assignments
• Mentor junior staff; assist in the development of future project architects
• In consultation with the Project Director, assist in establishing project design criteria
• Through research, study, and consultation with outside consultants and professional societies, keep informed of new developments and systems as they influence the individual’s particular field of architectural practice and design
• Promote technologies and methodologies to create innovative approaches and improve technical quality of work product; keep abreast of new technologies, changes in building codes, and advances in the industry
• Work collaboratively in a cross-discipline environment to produce integrated project documents, and ensure integrated design approaches & solutions