Sr. Project Architect / Spec Writer / QAQC

HNTB Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation in Kansas City, MO is seeking a lead technical architect to guide medium to large projects from concept through completion. You will coordinate with designers and project managers, lead BIM implementation, and ensure architectural solutions meet program and regulatory requirements.

You will mentor junior staff, review contract documents, and oversee quality controls while advancing innovative design technologies and sustainable practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture and 8 years of relevant experience.
• RA license/registration required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and presents lead technical viewpoint on assigned projects.
• Ensures that a technical solution, consistent with the program and design is properly developed and produced.
• Works closely with the project designer and manager in planning and implementing all work processes.
• Develops and implements internal controls for all team members assigned to a project.
• Monitors and supervises development of contract documents.
• Promotes BIM and design technology standards, best practices, and team workflows.
• Coordinates with sub-consultants for QA/QC checks.
• Reviews and supervises work of less experienced architects.
• Responsible for project work planning and scheduling.
• May act as team lead in the absence of the manager.
• Serves as subject matter expert on architectural projects of medium to large size.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Patience

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

RA (Registered Architect)

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Cloud file sharing

3D modeling

Visualization

Job description

What We're Looking For At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. This opportunity entails being responsible for participation in all phases of project development including full technical support of the architecture as well as incorporation of all disciplines involved with the design. Serves as a resource to the designer and project manager as the design is developed. The role includes serving as the lead technical architect on medium to large sized projects.

What You'll Do:

• Develops and presents lead technical viewpoint on assigned projects.
• Ensures that a technical solution, consistent with the program and design is properly developed and produced.
• Works closely with the project designer and manager in planning and implementing all work processes.
• Develops and implements internal controls for all team members assigned to a project.
• Monitors and supervises development of contract documents.
• Promotes the implementation and enforcement of BIM and design technology standards, best practices, and project team workflows.
• Has overall responsibility for coordination with sub-consultants in implementation of quality assurance and quality control checks.
• Reviews and supervises work of less experienced architects.
• Responsible for all project work planning and scheduling.
• May act in a team lead capacity in the absence of the manager.
• Serves as subject matter expert on architectural projects of medium to large size.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture and 8 years of relevant experience.
• RA

What You'll Bring:

• Advanced working knowledge of Autodesk Revit.
• Skills in computational design, or other emerging technologies.
• Demonstrated technical ability and leadership skills.
• Clear communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Patience and ability to mentor and develop others.
• Proficient in: Project delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, IPD, etc.)
• Proficient in Architectural products and systems.
• Proficient in Building codes.
• Knowledgeable in current and emerging tools including Autodesk Revit, cloud filesharing/collaboration, complex 3D modeling, visualization.
• Knowledgeable in current accessibility and sustainability codes and standards.

What We Prefer:

• Specification Writing

Locations: Kansas City, MO, Tampa, FL.

Equal Opportunity Employer HNTB is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law.

We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Work Authorization In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify Know your rights: Right to Work.

At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don’t have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB’s spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value. When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer HNTB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Work Authorization In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify Know your rights: Right to Work.