Job Title: Project Architect - Education, Sports, and Culture

Job Description

As a Project Architect in the field of Education, Sports, and Culture, you will assist in leading the planning and design phases of significant projects, including higher education, sports, recreation, and wellness. Your role involves generating and translating design concepts into final architectural solutions while supporting the Project Manager in tasks related to schedule, staffing, and budget. You will coordinate the project's design intent with technical requirements, ensuring seamless integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage both internal and external design teams from initial planning through construction administration.
• Inspire, motivate, and lead the project team in client service, design approach, and project delivery.
• Establish an environment that encourages experimentation, innovation, and design creativity.
• Foster collaborative problem-solving and design excellence.
• Represent the team to multiple education, sports, and culture clients, industry partners, contractors, consultants, and public authorities.

Essential Skills

• At least 7 years of experience as an architectural professional, particularly in higher education, sports, and/or civic/culture markets.
• A professional degree in Architecture.
• Architectural registration is required.
• 4 years of Revit production experience.
• Proficiency in utilizing Revit and automation technologies.
• Experience in the selection of building materials and systems.
• Successful team-orientation and collaboration behaviors.
• Strong communication skills (spoken, written, and graphic).
• Highly attentive to client needs.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and within restrictive time deadlines and budget parameters.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Completion of the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Construction & Professional Services Manual (CPSM) Webinar.
• Prior Division of Engineering & Buildings (DEB) project experience.
• Experience with public and private higher education clients/projects is preferred.

Work Environment

The office has approximately 15 people and offers very flexible work-from-home options, including the possibility of being fully remote. We believe in creating an enriching and supportive environment for our employees, where professional growth, community engagement, and personal well-being are at the forefront. We offer community engagement opportunities, such as volunteering with Ronald McDonald House Charities, continuing education through workshops and seminars, and a work-from-home stipend to support your remote working needs.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

Career
• Organized on-board training
• Ongoing career and professional development opportunities including continuing education, conference participation, and membership dues
• Leadership and Ownership opportunities
• Strategic initiative opportunities including leadership and participation on committees
• Mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and learning opportunity programs
• Professional licensure and certification support
• Financial support of professional certifications Workday
• Trust-based culture that celebrates curiosity, collaboration, and creativity
• Hybrid work model allows employees to work where they need or want
• Remote office set up for every employee
• Celebrate and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within Kahler Slater and for our clients
• Flexible work schedule
• Monthly Culture, Community Involvement, Design, Wellness, Sustainability, and DEI events Wellbeing
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits
• Short term disability 100% paid for by Kahler Slater
• Long term disability option
• Life Insurance 100% paid for by Kahler Slater with options to increase
• Paid Time Off
• 9 Company Holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Parental and adoption leave Financial Security
• Competitive Salaries
• Bonus Opportunities for all employees
• Employer sponsored HSA; access to FSA
• 401K and 401K Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Choose Your Own Benefit allows you to decide where to spend based on your unique needs
• Flexible Spending Accounts for dependents and transportation

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Richmond,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2025.

About Actalent

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Salary : $90,000 - $125,000