at Harley Ellis Devereaux in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
PRIMARY FUNCTION
Responsible for the design and technical systems for large, complex projects from schematics through construction administration.
TYPICAL DUTIES - PROJECT RELATED
Responsible for building system concepts and documentation process from schematics through construction administration phases within the discipline.
Function as Discipline Team Leader on large, complex projects when assigned.
Responsible for directing and overseeing project team members within the discipline.
Prepare and monitor project status reports.
Prepare and document required code research for project.
Participate in the development of the project cost model and design to it.
Develop and maintain Mechanical Basis of Design Journal through the life of the project.
Conduct material and product research as required for project development.
Attend project meetings as necessary.
Interface with other Discipline Team Leaders.
Respond to client questions/requests within 24 hours.
Document interpretation and submittal reviews during bidding and construction administration.
Monitor staff to produce quality architectural and engineering services within a project team concept.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
TYPICAL DUTIES - NON-PROJECT RELATED
Mentor support engineers to help prepare them for greater project responsibilities.
Provide feedback to the supervisor on performance of support engineers.
Identify opportunities to improve quality and services, and participate in the implementation.
Participate in in-house training activities.
Participate in related professional organizations and activities.
Offer recognition to those staff members who you observe doing excellent work and/or things beyond their job expectations.
SKILL, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree and licensure are required.
LEED Accredited preferred.
Minimum six years' experience in A/E industry preferred.
Extensive knowledge of all aspects of professional services from schematic design through project close-out, including design and technical expertise.
A comprehensive understanding of the coordination aspects and related requirements of all design disciplines.
Good written and verbal communication skills, and strong organizational skills.
Possess the ability to motivate and mentor staff, and delegate work assignments.
Computer and CADD literate.
Very detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic and flexible.
Ability to work well with others under deadline situations.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Capable of traveling to and from project sites for attending client, project and construction meetings.
Ability to access existing and new project sites for observation, investigation and evaluation purposes.
Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes.
Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with disability.