Senior Architect - Hospitality

NELSON is seeking a highly motivated and team-oriented Senior Architect to join our Hospitality Practice. As a Senior Architect, you will lead multiple projects through the design process, production of construction documents, and construction administration as part of a project team. You will develop solutions to technical problems and be client facing.

Hospitality design knowledge and understanding of the BOH logistics is strongly preferred. Comprehensive and complex Hospitality project experience is needed, this includes: High-rise, Mixed-use Type 1 buildings, Urban conditions, and Assembly Use experience (i.e. Entertainment, Casino, large meeting spaces, etc.). Ground up experience is a must.

Attributes to support the NELSON Culture: Guiding Principles

• Go All In: Own the Outcome. We go all in—with urgency, follow-through, and pride in the result
• Be Direct. Be Respectful. Be Authentic. We keep it real—with clarity, candor, and care.
• Grow with Purpose. We embrace growth—through learning, coaching, and continuous improvement.
• Think Bold. Execute Smart. We think boldly—and pair ambition with discipline.
• Make Space for Everyone. We value you—and build a culture where people can thrive and do their best work.
  
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Critical features of this job are described under the headings below. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

Leadership

• Assist project team with design and technical questions during the project
• Share knowledge with the entire studio and be a resource to the entire NELSON staff
• Be a mentor to staff, including interns
• Contribute as a Team Leader, on an as needed basis as it relates to individual performance & development within the project team
• Embrace specific steps to create, develop and promote a diverse workforce and to promote an inclusive environment
• Seek to improve the performance and knowledge of staff being
• Direct a team of Teammates
  
  

Project Delivery

• Assist with proposal and contract documents
• Contribute to the work plan for each project
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of Concept, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents using software skills listed below
• Conduct field surveys as required
• Generate overall project design concepts
• Develop and/or oversee the development of design concepts into complete design development set and further advance into complete construction drawings
• Oversee material research and compilation of project data and incorporation throughout the project
• Prepare project specifications
• Communicate with project team members and resolve drawing discrepancies independently
• Coordinate and incorporate work of internal and external project consultants
• Oversee the preparation of Addenda and Bulletin documentation
• Review Shop Drawings
• Sign and seal drawings as needed
• Review, respond to and track RFl's
• Attend construction meetings, make periodic site observation visits as required by contract
• Prepare and update punch lists as required
• Adhere to NELSON standards in the preparation of deliverables
• Review and correct your own work and work of the project team including both internal and external consultants following established QA procedures
• Review and understand applicable building codes and other standards (including Accessibility Standards)
• Prepare zoning and building code analysis and review
• Assist with the timely submittal of drawings to the appropriate authorities having jurisdiction
• Oversee the maintenance and archiving of electronic project files
• Understand project scope and identify items that are beyond the original scope of services and bring to attention of project lead
• Draft Client agreement change orders and Sub Consultant agreement change orders as directed by project lead
• Prepare meeting agendas, meeting minutes, phone conversation notes, to document the progress of the project and directions received from the Client
• Attend project meetings
• Share knowledge with other teammates and assist team with design and/or detailing challenges
• Lead more complex projects
  
  

Client Relationships

• Maintain secondary client contact as back up to primary contact
  
  

Business Development

• Assist in secondary marketing by maintaining good working relationships with Client contacts
• Attend interviews as requested by project lead, Studio or Market Leaders
  
  

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Extensive understanding of design, trends, construction methodology, materials application and manufacturer­ supplier appropriateness
• Great understanding of project budgets and schedules
• Extensive knowledge of building regulations, life safety codes and ADA requirements
• Extensive knowledge of the construction process
• Extensive knowledge of design techniques, tools, and processes involved in production of Construction Documents
• Extensive knowledge of product specifications and detailing
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Architectural Desktop, Revit, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Bluebeam Revu
• Basic knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup
• Good knowledge of MS Project
• Good knowledge of Newforma Project Center
• Good knowledge of Deltek / VantagePoint
• Good knowledge of LEED and WELL requirements
  
  

Education / Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited University plus:
• 15 years' experience; or equivalent in appropriate education and experience working in the field of Architecture
• Comprehensive Hospitality Experience
• Complex project experience is needed
• High-rise
• Mixed-use Type 1 buildings
• Urban conditions
• Assembly Use experience (I.E. – Entertainment, Casino, large meeting spaces, etc.)
• Ground up experience is a must
• Multi-discipline Coordination
• Client Facing
• Revit management is preferred. This individual is not expected to be in Revit documenting a ton but, understanding of the system and ability to instruct younger staff is desired.
• Ability to direct a team on large project documentation.
• Select Service Hospitality experience is a plus, but Complex project is required.
  

National Salary range: $110,000 – $140,000 (compensation factors are based upon years of relevant experience, qualifications/licensure, education, and location). Additional compensation includes bonuses and benefits. Bonuses can include but are not limited to: Long Term Incentive Plan, Short Term Incentive Plan, Profit Sharing



Benefits of NELSON: (additional benefit details can be found at: nelsonworldwide.com/careers)

• 401(K) plan with company match
• Full health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Wellness program with rewards for healthy activities
• Pet Insurance
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible working schedules and work from home options based on client’s needs
• Professional Development including discretionary support and reimbursement for registrations, certifications, and membership to a professional organization
  
  

NELSON and its related affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability or any other classification protected by law.

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