Project Architect (Architect 5)

CDM Smith; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Project Architect to lead complex, high-impact infrastructure projects across the nation. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to shape design solutions for water, transit, and federal facilities, guiding junior staff and coordinating with engineers.

You will develop design criteria with clients, prepare presentations, and coordinate construction documents while mentoring staff and supporting licensure pursuits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (or equivalent).
• 7 years of related experience.
• Must possess RA certification.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and mentor junior staff on building design and documentation.
• Develop building design criteria with clients; prepare presentations.
• Coordinate design documents with architectural and engineering teams.
• Support licensure pursuit for team members and project staff.
• Ensure compliance with codes and regulations with agencies.
• Assist in budgets and schedules; support proposals.

Skills

BIM & design tools

Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Rendering software

Bluebeam Revu

MS Office

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

RA certification

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Overview

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Company Overview

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Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Description

Shape the future of critical infrastructure and communities across the nation. As a Project Architect at CDM Smith, you'll lead and collaborate on complex, high-impact projects ranging from water and wastewater facilities, transit centers, and federal installations to industrial campuses, and workplace environments. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, planners, and technical specialists, you'll have the opportunity to influence design solutions, mentor emerging professionals, and help deliver projects that make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and work with junior staff to plan, program, and formulate building design and prepare design presentation and construction contract documents.
• Develop building design criteria directly with clients. Lead preparation of presentation materials and make presentations.
• Lead development and coordination of building design and construction contract documents with architectural and multi-discipline engineering staff.
• Guide and mentor junior architectural staff on multi-discipline projects and pursuit of licensure.
• Determination of construction materials, technologies and methodologies for detailing. and specifications.
• Preparation and editing of technical specifications.
• Confirm compliance with applicable planning, zoning, and building codes and regulations, including coordination with agencies having jurisdiction.
• Support development of project budgets and schedules, both internal and external.
• Support sales, overseeing the creation of proposal renderings and documents in response to client request for proposals.

Skills & Abilities

• Solid technical knowledge and design application knowledge.
• Expert knowledge of technologies and methodologies in the use of construction materials.
• Expert knowledge of Building Information Modeling and software, preferably Revit, and Navisworks.
• Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD), preferably AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with rendering software programs and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu.
• Expert knowledge of basic business office software (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Must possess RA certification.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Preferred Qualifications

• NCARB Certificate for reciprocity.
• Experience signing and sealing project documents.

Amount Of Travel Required

10% or less

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate’s salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Visa Sponsorship Available

No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Pay Range Max

USD $160,118.00

Pay Range Min

USD $91,478.00