Senior Project Architect

Genesis AEC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Architect to lead complex projects that advance global health. This role requires a collaborative and communicative individual who thrives in a team environment, with a strong focus on design excellence and technical proficiency. The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of experience in the architecture field, particularly within the Life Sciences sector. You'll have the opportunity to mentor junior staff and drive client relationships while enjoying a hybrid work schedule and a positive company culture that values professional growth. Join a team dedicated to making a difference in the world!

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule

Half-Day Fridays

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx insurance

401k match program

Generous paid time off

Thought leadership opportunities

Company-paid training opportunities

5% salary increase for earning professional license

Flexible career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Project Architect, preferably in Life Sciences.
• Professional Licensure completion is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical aspects of architectural documentation and ensure design excellence.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

Master of Architecture

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Genesis wants to grow with top talent who want to make a difference in the world. Ranked #5 in Pharmaceutical Design by ENR magazine, we’re designing and constructing facilities advancing worldwide health.

Genesis might be a great fit for you if:

• You enjoy problem-solving and discovering creative, effective solutions.
• You’re looking for a company that values and promotes professional and personal growth and development.
• You enjoy the details of great design and know that anything worth doing is worth doing well.
• You think on your feet and seek the “a-ha!” moments that come from team collaboration.
• You’re motivated and driven to help us, and our clients, make a difference in the world!

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

The Senior Project Architect is responsible for leading and executing the development of all technical aspects and content for complex medium to large or multiple projects. Working alongside other team members including staff architects and designers, as well as our in-house and external engineering disciplines and consultants, the Senior Project Architect ensures technical and design excellence and quality deliverables during design and documentation, through construction administration.

Responsibilities of the Role:

• As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you must be a collaborative and effective communicator who thrives in a team environment. Strong interpersonal skills are required to collaborate with both internal and client-facing teams.
• Develops ideas from conceptual design through construction documentation and ensures proper coordination and design input with the other disciplines on the team.
• Leads the integration and development of all technical aspects of architectural documentation.
• Generate complex building codes, life safety analyses, and architectural project specifications with minimal oversight.
• Collaborate with Project Manager and Architectural Leadership to ensure manpower and staffing needs on assigned projects are met.
• Ownership of and alignment with the architectural budget, scope, schedule, and required deliverables on assigned projects.
• Attend and participate in client presentations and project meetings when required.
• Mentors, motivates, and inspires other architectural staff and assists in their professional development.
• Build and develop client, business, and industry relationships, including identifying and leading pursuits of new opportunities.
• Grow client base through the delivery of excellent services.

Education, Qualifications and Work Experience

• Bachelor of Architecture, or Master's of Architecture from an accredited program, or degree in a related field.
• Completion of Professional Licensure is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience in a Project Architect role. Experience with projects in the Life Sciences industry is strongly preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering architectural projects from concept to completion.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of building codes, construction materials, and industry best practices.
• Technical proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, and MS Office software. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills – including speaking, writing, and graphic communication - are a must. This includes being able to speak confidently and concisely.
• Ability to work independently and/or manage an architectural support team, including delegating tasks.
• Flexibility to travel (occasionally to moderate, depending on project location).
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work on more than one project at a time.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE

• Our collaborative and positive culture sets us apart.
• We offer a hybrid work schedule and Half-Day Fridays year-round.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx insurance plans, with two-thirds of your premiums and deductible paid!
• Competitive 401k match program.
• Generous paid time off.
• Thought leadership opportunities, including a $1,000 award for presenting or publishing your technical expertise!
• Competitive company-paid training opportunities.
• A 5% salary increase for earning your professional license!
• Flexible opportunities to grow your career.