Project Architect
About this role
Posting Location: Chicago, IL
What You’ll Do:
- Understand all aspects of the design process and project complexities to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, project management, execution and living design.
- Understand and respond to technical implications, design decisions and project financial goals.
- Coordinate project documentation development and the production of deliverable drawings and specifications.
- Manage project Quality Assurance and adherence with FGI standards
- Lead project coordination efforts among internal disciplines (architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, structural and MEP engineering) and with external consultants.
- Communicate with clients related to project technical matters.
- Administer project regulatory reviews (building code, accessibility, zoning) and coordination with, and submission to, authorities having jurisdiction.
- Lead construction contract administration responsibilities including: submittal review and response, RFI review and response, field observation and reporting and project closeout.
- Maintain awareness of evolving building technology and engineering systems relevant to project work.
- Contribute to project marketing pursuits, proposal preparation and interviews.
- Demonstrate strong and effective communication, decision making and collaboration, which inspires high team performance.
- Mentor junior staff through project work, technical guidance, and day-to-day support
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor’s Degree Architecture, from an accredited program, required; Masters preferred
- Registered Architect (NCARB preferred, but not required)
- Healthcare design experience is preferred
- 10+ years of work experience in architectural design and planning within core markets
- Demonstrated project management and supervisory experience
- Success in developing new clients and maintaining strong client relationships
- Proficient use of Revit a plus.
- Experience with Enscape, Lumion, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office preferred
- Exceptional interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent organization, coordination, leadership, team-building and managerial skills
- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Professional Development and Training
- Mentoring Program
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Pet Insurance Plan
- Hybrid Work Program
Company at a glance
Farnsworth Group is a leading employee-owned full-service design firm, with over 600 professionals across the United States.
Founded in 1890 by a local land surveyor, Farnsworth Group's earlier employees believed the client is always their priority, a value that continues to drive the firm's work today. Farnsworth Group is committed to providing exceptional design solutions to their clients, and with a team of over 600 engineers, architects, surveyors, commissioning authorities, technicians, and support personnel, the firm has become one of the top design firms in the nation, as recognized by Architectural Record and Engineering News-Record magazine.
The firm is dedicated to creating lasting relationships with its clients, with 90% of its business coming from repeat clients. Farnsworth Group's focus on people, passion, and performance is a testament to its commitment to delivering exceptional results to its clients.
Farnsworth Group provides a wide range of services that includes architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, plumbing engineering, structural engineering, civil engineering, LEED consulting, commissioning, asset management, land surveying, water system engineering, wastewater system engineering, oil and gas engineering, and energy & utilities. This diverse portfolio of services allows Farnsworth Group to deliver holistic and comprehensive solutions to their clients, meeting their unique needs and goals.
Farnsworth Group's mission is to champion their clients' successes, advance their communities, and embrace the challenges of a changing world. With a focus on people, passion, and performance, the firm has become one of the top design firms in the nation, providing exceptional design solutions for clients across the United States.
Top Benefits
- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Accounts
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Maternity Leave
- Paternity Leave
- Professional Development and Training
- Mentoring Program
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Pet Insurance Plan
- Hybrid Work Program
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