Architect III - RA? Architecture Roanoke VA • ID25461 • Full-Time Regular
Join Clark Nexsen a JMT Company and become part of a dynamic collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients-while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.
Clark Nexsen is seeking a creative ambitious licensed Architect III who shares our commitment to design excellence sustainability and innovation. You will join a team of architects and designers working in a multi-discipline collaborative and engaging team-based environment that draws on multiple perspectives in the pursuit of innovative solutions. As part of this team you will have the opportunity to shape architectural projects in a variety of typologies and scales for clients that include educational and cultural institutions commercial developers government entities and local communities. The ideal candidate for this position will be energetic and passionate about design committed to quality engaged in team office and firm-wide initiatives able to work independently and in a team environment an enthusiastic mentor for other design staff and able to prioritize work.
General responsibilities include but are not limited to the following
Participates in the conceptual design and provides full support through the entire project
Serve as a subject matter expert on specialized systems
Liaises with Project Management other Architects and consultants
Develops and represents lead technical viewpoint on projects
Coordinates with Director and Department Head on appropriate technical solutions and product strategies
Collaborate with project teams during project design phases including programming concept development schematic design design development and construction documentation
Develop design sketches renderings models graphics presentation materials analysis and construction drawings and schedules
Participate in the bidding and construction administration of projects including jobsite visits review of submittals and responding to contractor questions
Communicate and engage with a wide variety of stakeholders including clients owners users team members consultants contractors and regulatory agencies to achieve overall project objectives
Contribute to office activities initiatives and participation in continuous learning
Mentor junior design staff in their professional development
Help deliver great projects with a sense of energy passion and personal responsibility
Required Skills
Capable of independently leading and executing projects of medium to large size andor complexity with minor direction and oversight
Advanced level knowledge of design modeling and graphic software Revit Rhino Enscape Adobe Creative Cloud andor similar applications
Advanced level understanding of appropriateness of building information modeling for various project types
Advanced level understanding of architectural drafting detail and documentation standards
Proficient level understanding of architectural specifications and their relationship to construction documents
Advanced understanding of basic codes sustainability requirements and their implementation
Proficient level understanding of building programming
Dedicated to developing hisher professional and leadership skills within the firm
Proficient in client presentation development public speaking technical writing and business correspondence skills
Required Experience
Professional degree from an NAAB accredited Architecture program
8-10 years of professional experience
Must be a fully registered Architect RA in at least one US state
Additional accreditations supporting the firms commitment to design and continued personal growth LEED AP WELL etc. will be given special consideration
Physical model building experience in a model building shop is strongly preferred
Excellent graphic drawing and presentation capabilities
Exposure to environmental analysis applications such as Climate Studio Sefaira Insight360 and Lady BugHoneybee is a plus
Commitment to sustainable design principles and interest in achieving accreditation in LEED AP WELL AP andor Green Globes
Working Conditions
At JMT we prioritize a healthy worklife balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most of our work is desk-based there may be times when standing walking bending and lifting of minimal weight are required. Our office environment is comfortable has adequate lighting and temperature and is free from noise dust and other hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.