Architect I

Position: Architect I

Reports To: Senior Architect/Project Manager

Classification: Exempt

Date of Revision: 5/1/2021

Summary

Architect I –Certified licensed architect plus a minimum of three years of related architectural practice experience. Fully competent architect in all conventional aspects of architectural designs for projects of small to moderate size and complexity. Exercises independent judgement and discretion in evaluation, selection and use of standard techniques, and solves problems when encountered in all aspects of architecture design.

Essential Functions:

• Licensed Architect who works independently and is responsible for finished plans, specifications and approval of materials and construction
• Assists in the planning and development of construction and design document production and provide technical expertise to ensure coordinated and high-quality documents
• Responsible to conduct construction administration duties, such as site visits, RFI responses, submittals, and punch list reviews
• Involve explorations of subject area, definition of scope, selection of items for investigation, and development of novel concepts and methods
• Review project specifications and relevant data in conjunction with the drawings
• Responsible to follow project budget, task schedule, and other components of the work plan with Project Manager
• Responsible to monitor personal billing and works at maximizing team’s quality and efficiency in assigned tasks
• Responsible to coordinate with clients, project team, consultants, and contractors to ensure trust and confidence
• Participate in team and client meetings
• Contribute innovative design ideas that consistently capture the intended design vision
• Contribute to bold design solutions that balance scale, aesthetics, and context to maximize the impact to the individual and community

Competencies:

• Proficiency in Revit required
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suites required (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Proficiency with Sketch Up or Rhino required. Lumion, Enscape and V-Ray are a plus
• Strong working knowledge of zoning and building codes, specifications, building /engineering systems and agency requirements (NFPA, ADAAG, FGI, OBC, IBC, etc.)
• Possess a balanced blend of design and technical skills
• Knowledge in the design process, construction documentation and construction administration
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to meet schedule deadlines and work within the client's budget
• Excellent organizational skills and client presentation skills
• Passion for providing exceptional client service
• Collaborative and professional work ethic
• Certification Requirements
• Certified Architectural License required
• NCARB Certificate as needed for project assignments
• LEED AP Certificate and sustainable design experience preferred
• Supervisory Requirements
• May supervise project associates or interns

Work Environment

• This position operates in a professional open office environment with low to moderate noise levels including collaborative work areas for team meetings. Each office location has a workstation for scanning/ photocopying and a cafe for dining. Building construction sites may include varying temperatures, wind, dust, and noise levels and may include hazardous and dirty conditions.

Physical Demands

• Hand/Wrist/Finger dexterity for 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week
• Ability to lift a set of construction documents
• Ability to sit for long periods of time

Position Type/Hours expected to work

• This is a full-time position with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week

Travel

• Occasional travel depending on project assignments

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture or Bachelor of Architecture degree from an accredited university preferred or have met the required architectural experience for license testing
• Master of Architecture preferred
• A minimum of three years’ experience in architecture experience

Work Authorization

• Sponsorship may be considered

AAP/EEO Statement

NAC, Inc is committed to the principle of equal opportunity employment. As a result, all qualified employees and prospective employees will be recruited, selected, and trained without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally- protected status. All applicants are carefully screened, and full consideration is given to their training, education, skills, experiences, growth potential and previous work record. This same non- discriminatory consideration will be used in all other aspects of the employment relationship.

NAC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to the extent that doing so does not create an undue hardship on NAC. NAC encourages employees and applicants to communicate any special needs by engaging in an interactive process with Trinity to formulate reasonable accommodations.