DLZ Corporation is seeking qualified Architects for immediate openings. DLZ is an award-winning architecture and engineering firm with over 700 employees located in 28 offices. DLZ has built long-standing relationships with state, federal, and public clients, serving public and government agencies for the past 100 years throughout the Midwest. Project types include Corrections, Judicial, Public Safety, Transit, Education, Water/Waste Water, Municipal facilities. DLZ's professionals include Architects, Landscape Architects, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural and Civil Engineers, as well as professional Surveyors, Construction Inspectors and Soil Scientists.
DLZ Corporation serves public and private entities across the nation. As a multidisciplinary firm, DLZ provides engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition and materials testing. In 2016, DLZ was named Design Firm of the Year by Engineering News-Record (ENR) Midwest. In addition, DLZ is consistently ranked as one of ENR's Top 150 U.S. Design Firms. Our award-winning designs have received national recognition for sustainable design, innovative approach and design excellence.

We are excited to welcome a dynamic Architect to our team in Lexington, KY. In this role, you will have the chance to lead impactful projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and play a key role in driving innovation and design excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Perform architectural and design assignments requiring application of specialized technical expertise performed independent of other personnel, exercise professional judgment in autonomous decisions.
• Conduct studies of new architectural methods, codes, processes, and materials. Conduct complex feasibility and operating studies aimed at evaluating alternative systems and methods.
• Develop concepts and approaches to the solution of complex architectural problems.
• Plan and lead preliminary studies of job requirements and scope, determine design criteria, and formulate design concepts.
• Responsible for projects of moderate complexity and may have leadership responsibility for less experienced staff.
• Perform work with general guidance and supervision or provide support to more experienced personnel.
• Direct architectural support staff in development of detailed design and construction documents.
• Establish conceptualization and production of graphic and written material for a major segment of a client project.
• Coordinate architectural efforts between engineering groups, the client, vendors, contractors, and others as required.
• May assume lead roles in a segment of a project and/or coordinating work of specialty groups related to his/her assigned segment of a project.
• Prepare contracts, standard AIA contracts, correspondence, and project documentation for approval by an Officer.
• Perform construction contract administration including bid analysis, contract awards, change orders, pay request and other items as required.
• Review and recommend action on client request for change orders and obtain necessary approvals for same.
• Coordinate client contact and maintain working relationship at all levels throughout the project.
• Meet cost and time schedules while producing quality results.
• Manage projects from concept to completion.
• Prepare project forms for project management.
• Responsible for quality control over assigned projects.
• Assist in business development and proposal preparation.
• Travel to jobsites, primarily in the Midwest with occasional overnight stays.
• Possess aptitude to act as a positive representative of the company and its core values.
• Perform all work in a safe and responsible manner, in accordance with the Health and Safety Plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• NAAB -accredited professional degree in Architecture.
• Registered Architect or ability to obtain license within six months.
• Preferred experience in Government, Institutional, Judicial, Justice, Municipal, Educational, Transit, Aviation, and/or Federal projects.
• Proficiency in REVIT and strong AutoCAD skills.
• Ability to collaborate on concurrent projects with diverse design disciplines.
• Familiarity with construction site safety codes and requirements.
• Experience with internal design teams is a plus.
• Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites and complying with all applicable safety codes and requirements.

At DLZ we offer an excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and 401(k) with an Employee Stock Ownership Program. We also offer an innovative wellness program including gym reimbursement!

DLZ is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We recognize the importance in employing a diverse workforce and achieve this by making employment decisions based on business needs, merit, and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws. True innovation and success can only be achieved by respecting, empowering, and leveraging the unique perspectives, skills, and experiences of each person as an individual. #LI-DM1