Senior Architect AIA

Lrs-Federal; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LRS Federal is seeking an experienced Architect (AIA preferred) to oversee and coordinate multiple architecture projects for a Federal program on University Drive. The Architect will manage day-to-day project activities and client relationships for multidisciplinary teams from planning through construction.

The role requires leadership of project teams, knowledge of Federal procurement and contract processes, and the ability to manage schedules and budgets across locations, including remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, architecture, or related field.
• Experience leading Federal Government engineering/architecture projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams of engineers, designers, and project managers to meet quality standards and client objectives.
• Coordinate communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and with clients.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and procurement documentation.
• Mentor less experienced staff and ensure compliance with Federal regulations and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or related field

Tools

CAD

Bluebeam

MS Project

Deltek CostPoint

SharePoint

Job description

Position Overview

LRS Federal is seeking an experienced Architect (AIA highly preferred) to oversee and coordinate various architecture projects for a Federal project on University Drive. The Architect will be responsible for the day-to-day project and client management for multi-discipline engineering and architecture design and technical support services for federal projects and teams from the initial planning through the construction phase.

Role on the Team

The Architect will report to the Vice President of Program Management and lead project teams in the implantation of design and engineering services for a federal government client.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership, Supervision & Oversight

• Lead teams of technical engineers, designers, and project managers to achieve quality standards, high client satisfaction, and achieve business objectives


• Facilitate team communication, coordination, and collaboration


• Collaborator with, and mentor less experienced employees


• Work with teams across business lines, in remote locations and manage relationships with subcontractors


• Evaluate progress, identify challenges, and recommend solutions


• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and staff utilization


• Monitor and maintain team moral


• Support Company goals and objectives as required by executive management


• Project Management & Coordination


• Working with project teams throughout all phases of the project to obtain client satisfaction and financial project performance


• Communicate with clients and project teams, including public agencies


• Development and management of project schedules and budgets


• Implement quality assurance plans

Qualifications

• Education & Experience


• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field


• 10+ years of experience in engineering or architecture design, construction management, environmental science, project management, or other related field


• 5+ years of leadership experience on Federal Government engineering or architecture projects with US Department of Defense, GSA, VA, USDA, DHS, DOI or other federal agencies


• Excellent strategic, analytical, client management, and problem-solving skills


• Technical Expertise


• Minimum 5 years leading and supervising technical staff in design, construction management, or assessment on projects over $10M in construction value


• Extensive federal contracting experience, including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), Whole Building Design Guide (WBDG), Construction Quality Management (CQM), etc.


• Design Build experience or other alternative delivery methods


• Proficiency in design standards, RFI response, contract compliance, construction oversight, and project documentation


• Expertise in design, project management and business software tools, such as CAD, SKM, Bluebeam, ProjectTeam, ProCon, Sharepoint, MS Project, Deltek, CostPoint, GovWin, DropBox, etc.

Certifications (Nice to Have)

• Licensed Professional Engineer or AIA Architect Preferred


• PMP Certification (optional)


• LEED Accreditation (optional)


• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) (optional)


• NICET, NACE Level II, or other nationally recognized certification
  

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship is required for this position

Sponsorship is not available for this role