Registered Architect

BL Companies Inc; Meriden (CT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k matching

ESOP

Job summary

BL Companies Inc. seeks a Registered Architect to join our team, supporting the production of technical designs and construction documents. The role collaborates with MEP and structural teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and coordinated project delivery.

RA licensure is required, with 8+ years in commercial/retail/industrial design production and construction administration. Hybrid work is offered with a competitive benefits package and ESOP participation.

Qualifications

• RA licensure is required.
• 8+ years of experience in commercial, retail, or industrial design production.
• Experience in construction administration and project coordination.
• Strong background in Revit for project design and updates.
• Passion for mentoring junior staff and fostering team development.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed, accurate construction documents based on prototype design templates and custom project requirements.
• Lead space planning and schematic design efforts to meet client specifications and budget constraints.
• Coordinate MEP and structural elements into architectural designs for seamless project execution.
• Assist with construction administration, including reviewing shop drawings and responding to RFIs.
• Mentor junior staff members, providing technical guidance and professional development.

Tools

Revit

Job description

Registered ArchitectOur growth offers an exciting opportunity for a Registered Architect to join our team, supporting the production of technical designs and construction documents. This role involves close collaboration with MEP and structural teams, ensuring project accuracy and compliance.A successful candidate is a Registered Architect with RA licensure with proven construction administration experience. Strong technical writing and communication skills are essential for both positions.This role primarily focuses on the production and coordination of architectural construction documents, ensuring compliance with codes and regulations, and integrating structural and MEP elements.Key ResponsibilitiesProduce detailed, accurate construction documents based on prototype design templates and custom project requirements.Develop and integrate technical construction details, focusing on materials and methods for metal stud, masonry, and steel construction.Ensure all designs comply with applicable codes and regulations across various jurisdictions.Lead space planning and schematic design efforts to meet client specifications and budget constraints.Coordinate MEP and structural elements into architectural designs for seamless project execution.Revise documents to incorporate quality control feedback, client updates, and jurisdictional changes.Assist with construction administration, including reviewing shop drawings and responding to RFIs.Mentor junior staff members, providing technical guidance and professional development.Qualifications:8+ years of experience in commercial, retail, or industrial design production.RA Licensure required.Experience in construction administration and project coordination.Strong background in Revit for project design and updates.Passion for mentoring junior staff and fostering team development.BL Companies is 100% employee owned, giving us a competitive edge and a unique distinction from most other companies. We offer a competitive benefit package which includes 6 paid holidays plus the week from Christmas to New Years paid, generous PTO, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k matching, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We are an ENR Top 500 firm that provides engineering, architecture, land surveying, and environmental consulting services to the public and private sectors. BL has 18 offices and is expanding.Our employee owners are capable of being successful working in hybrid environments, and we are now offering opportunities to continue in this setting.This position has an expected salary range of $90,000 to $115,000. Please note that this range does not include overtime or ESOP contributions. Offers are based off of your experience, skills, and fit for the role.