Project Architect

Who We Are:

Populous has designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground-breaking live music venues. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We’re a global specialized design firm with local roots in 11 cities across Americas. Populous offers the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.

What We Offer:

Professional Development & Training Programs + Summer Hours + Flexible Schedule / Hybrid Schedule + Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Freaky Fridays + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.

Who We Are Looking For:

The preferred candidate will have an interest in working in a dynamic and collaborative global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types; including the design of sports venues, convention centers, community buildings, transportation facilities and much more!

What Your Day Could Consist Of:

• Delivery of architectural projects from conception through construction.
• Research code requirements and ensures feasibility of design solutions.
• Follows and manages project budget, work plan, consultants, and schedule.
• Communicates with Project Manager regarding key deliverable dates.
• Creates design solutions to meet client specifications, creates and proposes budget and time estimations.
• Maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the Project Leadership Team (i.e., Project Designer, Project Manager, and Principal in Charge).
• Acts as an intermediary between the client and the architectural team.
• Fosters on-going communication through team meetings, minutes, and up-date memos to project team including consultants.
• Ensures project documentation is in compliance with the standards set forth by Populous policy.
• Coordinates team effort to complete a project promptly and successfully, while ensuring that the team is working effectively and keeping to the schedule and budget.
• Construction administration including processing of submittals, RFI’s, and other project documentation during construction.
• Provides office leadership including professional development coaching and mentoring staff.
• Consistently reviews work and communicate needs and concerns to project staff.
• Defines staff requirements for projects as needed or directed.
• All other duties and responsibilities as required.
  
  
  

Requirements For Success:

• Strong relationship-building and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Guide design, construction methodology, material application, and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness.
• Understanding of architectural building systems.
• A thorough understanding of project work plans, schedules, staffing, and budgets a must.
• Advanced knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in Autodesk, Revit, required. Familiarity with Newforma preferred.
• Communicates professionally both verbally and in writing.
• Works in a team environment.
• Meets deadlines.
• Highly self-motivated personality.
  
  
  

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture from an accredited program.
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in architectural practice with prior experience in all phases of architectural projects.
• Project design experience with sport stadiums, arenas, convention centers, hospitality, and aviation a strong plus.
• Registered Architect with a current license.
• NCARB registration preferred LEED not required, but a plus.
  
  
  

Additional details:

• Travel will be required.
• Occasional overtime may be required
  
  
  

Compensation:

• The projected salary range for this opportunity is $78,264 - $97,830 annually and may be more or less depending on skills, experience, and education.
  
  
  

Populous offers a competitive salary, bonus and benefit packages, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, flexible spending accounts, paid time off and continuing education benefits. Populous is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

5 time-Fast Company Most Innovative Company

#21 - Architect Magazine’s Architect 50 List

250 International, national and local design awards

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