In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 

• Oversee and develop our Justice Architecture team while fostering high-quality engagement with clients and design partners.
• Serve as a visible leader and ambassador for GFT within the justice and corrections market, promoting the firm's expertise and capabilities.
• Collaborate with market discipline leaders to execute a unified growth strategy across regions.  
• Assist and/or lead project pre-positioning efforts, proposal development and presentations to key clients.
• Maintain a positive, client-focused approach and cultivate trusted relationships with clients.
• Lead by example by driving high-quality production of construction documents, including detailed drawings, specifications, estimates, and constructability assessments.
• Research and maintain a thorough understanding of client requirements, including preferences, programs, guidelines, and standards.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets while ensuring successful project delivery and achievement of performance goals.
• Direct multidisciplinary project teams to serve clients with the aim of deepening our relationships and growing our market presence in the region.
• Lead the development of design solutions and presentations that clearly communicate project goals and design intent to clients and stakeholders, including government and public entities.
• Ensure that project quality requirements are followed, production reviews are effective, and constructability reviews are completed.
• Conduct and oversee comprehensive code analysis, life-safety reviews, egress evaluations, and product and material research.
• Lead projects from conceptual design through construction completion and client turnover.
• Guide production teams in the development of technical details including coordination with engineering disciplines, partnering designers, and subconsultants.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary team efforts and oversee the production of drawings and technical specifications.
• Supervise project teams during the permitting, bidding, shop drawing review and construction administration activities, including RFI responses.
• Help guide and mentor entry-level and emerging architectural staff.
• This position offers a hybrid work arrangement. Candidates should be available for periodic in-person collaboration at our Justice Architecture office in Ebensburg, PA, based on project and business needs.

What you will bring to our firm: 

• Strong client relationship skills with the ability to lead project-focused meetings and presentations.
• Demonstrated success in developing client relationships, securing new work, and contributing to revenue growth within the justice and corrections market.
• Organized individual with a positive team-building spirit.
• 10+ years’ experience working in the justice and corrections market.
• 15+ years’ experience working in the field of architecture.
• Bachelor of Architecture Degree or Master of Architecture Degree. 
• Knowledge of justice design standards, including ACA and NIC guidelines.
• Experience leading projects, business development pursuits, and client relationship management.
• Experience with software such as Revit Architecture, AutoCAD, BlueBeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Project.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Able to work collaboratively with staff and clients on multiple projects and across multiple offices.
• In-depth knowledge of International Building Codes (IBC), NFPA, ADA, LEED, and related industry standards.

What we prefer you bring: 

• Licensed Architect (Registered Architect) in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with the ability to obtain reciprocity where required.
• 10+ years’ experience in Architectural Project Management.

Compensation:

• The range for this position is salary range is $150,000- $170,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits: 

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.

Location: NationwideCore Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time

Salary: $150,000-$170,000

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