Project Architect

As a Project Architect, you will play a key role in the design and technical development of projects. This role manages a variety of projects and teams, including client contact, scheduling, and budgeting. You will bring your expertise in design to all stages of the project lifecycle, from conceptualization to construction, ensuring that every detail aligns with the latest industry trends, compliance standards, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities: Management responsibilities

Supervise the work of other Project Architects/Designers to provide cohesive client service across multiple projects. Coordinate consultant services and assist with consultant contracts. Work with the firm directors to negotiate fees and owner contracts. Assist the marketing department in development of proposals and evaluation of Requests for Qualifications as required. Communicate current and prospective project timelines and budgets via office software for forecasting and planning. Participate in employee performance reviews.

Project related responsibilities

Develop project design, defining overall project aesthetic, and developing project objectives, descriptions, and budgets. Maintain knowledge of client's goals and vision. Maintain client relations throughout project keeping the client apprised of project progress on a regular basis. Oversee and maintain the project design intent during SD, DD, CD, Bidding & CA phases. Incorporate sustainable design elements in project. Understand LEED and incorporate it into the scope if desired by the client. Plan, organize and manage project teams and facilitate coordination between disciplines. Ensure all work complies with project-specific standards, building codes, guidelines, and regulations, coordinate communication and submittals to AHJs as required. Assist in development of project specifications. Manage the bid process, including assisting the owner with contractor selection. Attend preconstruction/construction meetings with the Field Representative as required. Assist in processing design-related construction phase documentation, reviewing shop drawings and punch lists. Monitor and verify project hours.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture Required Professional Architect licensure in WI required, IL preferred (LEED AP, AIA, or equivalent preferred). Minimum of 7+ years of experience in architectural design Strong proficiency with architectural design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp; experience with 3D modeling and BIM is preferred. Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing complex, multi-phase projects. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with clients, contractors, and project teams. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities with a focus on innovative and sustainable design solutions.

Ideal Candidates Will Have Demonstrated:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Skilled in listening to the client and translating ideas into functional and aesthetically pleasing designs.

Physical Demands:

Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment. Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required. Occasional travel may be required. Occasionally required to stand; walk; climb, balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Berners Schober is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.