What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Project Architect position at Schmidt Associates?
Healthcare Project Architect
Schmidt Associates is a multi-state architecture and engineering firm. We help educational, lifestyle, workplace, healthcare/research, and community clients optimize their facilities and systems through analysis and strategic implementation. Acting out of a culture of Servant Leadership, we put the needs of our clients first. We are known for providing Better Foresight, Better Insight, and for being Better On-Site throughout projects. We strive to make each project unique and reflective of the culture and values of the Owner, creating plans and spaces for improved efficiency.
Schmidt Associates is looking for a dynamic individual to join the organization in a Healthcare Project Architect capacity.
Qualifications:
To be responsible for providing design coordination and technical leadership to the Project Team for all phases of a Project. Ability to plan and meet project budget and deadlines, the ability to lead a project team, and a holistic understanding of design and construction process while maintaining quality standards and procedures. The role will be fast-paced, multi-faceted, and highly engaging. Your primary duties include interacting with healthcare clients to plan, design, and assist in the creation of successful architectural and/or planning projects. You must have a thorough understanding of the practice of architecture and the ability to develop high-quality healthcare projects. You will also be capable of leading and participating in client and team meetings and will be relied upon for your attention to detail, a proactive, positive attitude, and superior communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the Project Manager in developing Project delivery strategies.
- Prepare construction cost estimates.
- Monitor and update through the design process.
- Coordinate and direct the Project Team to conduct site analysis, building analysis, code analysis, and systems analysis.
- Ensure that the Project Team evaluates, and as agreed upon with the Owner, incorporates sustainable, high performance, and/or LEED elements into the design.
- Prepare alternative design solutions.
- Coordinate all aspects of the design with the Project Team.
- Ensure that Owner criteria are being met by all disciplines.
- Ensure that project deliverables, documents and schedules, are being met by the Project Team.
Experience/Education:
- Master’s Degree in Architecture
- Licensure is a plus
- Individual should have 5 years’ experience
- Experience with Healthcare Projects