Project Architect

Description

Apogee Consulting was founded in 1999 with a core belief in meeting the practical needs of our clients. Born as an electrical design firm, we have evolved into a full-service Architecture and Engineering firm specializing in healthcare design. We are passionate about fostering a truly collaborative design process where architects, engineers, and other disciplines seamlessly work together towards shared goals. Our flat organizational structure encourages individual growth, creativity, and a sense of ownership in every project. With a presence across 38 states, we offer exciting opportunities to work on diverse and impactful projects that shape the future of healthcare.

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Project Architect to join our team. This pivotal role involves leading the design and documentation process for architectural projects, coordinating with consultants and stakeholders, and ensuring that design intent is carried through to construction. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in architectural principles, industry standards, and project delivery methods, along with a passion for thoughtful design, critical problem-solving, and a commitment to excellence. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to complex and impactful projects while growing within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads project teams with a collaborative spirit, fostering open communication and clear direction that drives high performance, cultivates innovative design solutions, and ensures successful project execution.
• Consults with client to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure or renovation, and prepares information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time.
• Plans layout of project and integrates engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval.
• Prepares scale drawings and contract documents for building contractors.
• Prepare and monitor discipline work plans.
• Administers construction contracts and conducts periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with plans.
• Prepares project designs and plans using computer assisted design software and equipment.
• Attend project meetings internally and with clients, as necessary.
• Provides on-going communication through team meetings, minutes, and memos to project team.
• Directs activities of junior designers engaged in preparing drawings and specification documents.
• Interface with other discipline team leaders and perform cross-discipline coordination throughout all project phases.
• Communicates with clients, consultants, contractors, sub-consultants, and other disciplines to ensure effective communication
• Responsible for documentation of existing conditions of projects as assigned.
• Serve as a mentor to junior staff and provide guidance, feedback, and support on skill development and career advancement.
  
  
  

Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000 Annually

Qualifications:

Healthcare Experience Is Required

Education: Five-year bachelor’s degree in architecture

Experience: Minimum six years’ experience in the A/E industry (two years licensed), with proven specific experience in healthcare projects.

Computer Skills: Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, MS Office Suite

Travel: up to 20% depending on project

Licenses/Certifications: State Architectural License, NCARB Certification, LEED or other certification (preferred)

Work Environment

• This position is in-office and will be in an open office work environment.
  
  
  

Apogee does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

As federal contractors, U.S. citizenship is required, and background checks will be performed.

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