Project Architect, Mission Critical

DLR Group; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock ownership

Paid holidays and time off

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

DLR Group is seeking an experienced Architect to manage project document development and ensure quality within established timelines for various projects including data centers and manufacturing facilities.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, and proficiency in REVIT and CAD. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans, and bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Project Architect.
• 5+ years working on Data Center projects.
• Ability to travel occasionally for project tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage project document development and coordinate with project team members.
• Ensure financial health of the project and quality of project documents.
• Supervise design and technical development of the project.

Skills

Technical proficiency in production of drawings

Leadership in design disciplines

Team collaboration

Mentorship skills

Understanding of the construction process

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Design

Tools

REVIT

CAD software

Job description

Overview

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place.

Position Summary

As an Architect at DLR Group, you will manage all aspects of project document development and coordinate with all project team members to maintain the quality of the work product within the established project schedule for large, complex data centers, emergency call centers, industrial, and manufacturing projects. You will partner directly with the Project Manager to ensure the financial health of the project, the quality of project documents, claim prevention, team collaboration, and communication. Additionally, you will lead the cross‑functional design disciplines in developing technical solutions.

What you will do

• Have a comprehensive understanding of and the ability to coordinate and lead the design disciplines in developing technical solutions.
• Provide mentorship to other architectural staff.
• Have extensive knowledge of all aspects of professional practice from conceptual design through project close‑out.
• Be able to work and present ideas in a team environment as well as self‑manage and self‑motivate in a creative environment.
• Possess a high level of technical proficiency in the production of drawings.
• Lead the project team in the adherence to all practice standards.
• Supervise the design and technical development of the project.
• Work directly with Project Managers, Designers, and Engineers in the conceptual development of project documents.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Design.
• 10+ years of experience as a Project Architect.
• 5+ years working on Data Center projects.
• Working knowledge of the design and construction process and the ability to understand and communicate with professionals of other disciplines.
• Proficient in the use of REVIT and CAD computer modeling and rendering software.
• The ability to travel occasionally to support project tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Licensure.
• LEED Accredited Professional and previous experience participating in the LEED or other green rating system process.
• Experience and interest in sustainable building design.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities.

Compensation

Pay Range: $125,000 - $165,000 USD.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.