Mid Level Architect
Provide Architectural services for NREL including the preparation of design and technical solutions for a variety of project types and sizes, review of developed construction documents, investigation of existing conditions, and assisting in the development of building and campus standards. The Architect position helps cover architecture and space planning, including leased facilities, for NREL’s campuses.
The successful candidate requires a knowledge of building materials, constructability, building systems, building codes, and must possess strong problem solving and technical skills. The successful candidate should be able to perform duties with general direction and be able to work independently and collaboratively toward design and technical solutions. The successful candidate needs to have good oral and written communication skills to collaborate with diverse staff including engineering, maintenance, research operations, and others.
Responsibilities:

• Review and coordinate in-house and outsourced design projects by reviewing and developing. Statement of Works, Construction Drawings and Specifications.
• Review and provide design and technical solutions for a variety of project types and sizes at NREL campuses and leased facilities based upon NREL standards, user requirements, IBC and NFPA codes.
• Assist with construction administration of fast-track construction projects.
• Assist with estimating project costs to help establish reasonable baseline budgets and schedules including contingencies.
• Assist with investigating, creating, and documenting NREL standards and guidelines for material finishes, life safety, campus master planning, buildings, and workspaces.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge and coordination of building systems including electrical, mechanical, fire safety, and sustainability.
• Ability to analyze existing project conditions, costs of similar past projects, and research project materials as needed.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and MS Office Suite.
• Proactive, passionate, well-organized, and detail oriented.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5 years relevant experience with B.Arch Degree. 3 years with M.Arch Degree.

(Equivalent relevant experience may be substituted for education.)

• Federal sector experience in a laboratory setting preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous laboratory design and/or remodel experience.
• Experience with BIM/REVIT.