at M.A. GENSLER. JR & ASSOCIATES ,INC in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
As a Gensler Project Architect, you will collaborate with a team of architects and designers to develop project designs, translate design ideas into 3D models and construction drawings, research technical issues, coordinate with engineers, and complete contract administration. You will join the Cities studio, focused on Critical Facilities projects. Your work ethic, combined with your commitment to collaboration and mentoring, makes Gensler the perfect place to nurture your career.
Your Role
As a Gensler Project Architect, you will lead a team of architects and designers to develop innovative design solutions for Critical Facilities projects. You will oversee the design, management, and technical aspects of projects from concept through construction administration, ensuring that all designs' - quality, performance, and documentation - meet the standard of care. You will leverage your deep expertise in architectural design and construction to resolve complex technical issues and deliver successful project outcomes. Your leadership, collaboration, and mentoring skills will be key to nurturing the talents of junior staff and driving the success of the studio.
What You Will Do
Participate in all phases of design
Provide oversight of innovative design strategies on multiple projects
Produce construction drawings through BIM (Building Information Modeling) (Revit)
Resolve challenging technical and design issues with the team to produce innovative and constructible solutions
Provide technical guidance and direction to junior staff
Write and maintain project manual and specifications
Collaborate with project members, including architects and designers, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies, and other vendors to meet overall project objectives
Manage project team and coordination of consultants
Manage client follow-up, calendars, deadlines, and meetings
Write and edit project communications for project teams such as scope and fee documents, meeting minutes, work plans, budgets, additional services, and schedules
Oversight of innovative design strategies on multiple projects
Work on new business proposals/presentations
Provide mentorship and coaching to grow junior staff members
Write and edit project communications for project teams such as scope and fee documents, meeting minutes, work plans, budgets, and schedules
Produce construction drawings
Resolve challenging technical and design issues with the team to produce innovative, technical, and constructible solutions
Provide mentorship and coaching to grow junior staff members
Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges
Maintain project manual and specifications
Your Qualifications
Licensed Architect in good standing
10+ years of experience in the profession of architectural design
Master of Architecture or Bachelor Degree in Architecture from a NAAB-accredited program
Experience within Critical... For full info follow application link.
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