Project Architect in Historic Preservation - AtlantaThe Atlanta office of Lord Aeck Sargent Planning & Design, Inc. is looking for a highly motivated Architect with excellent communication skills who loves historic buildings and is able to work well with people at all levels of the firm. The ideal candidate will be registered, have project management experience and takes the initiative to research, design and implement complex historic preservation projects.
Minimum Requirements:- Professional (NAAB Accredited) Degree in Architecture.
- Interest in historic preservation and building reuse of all kinds.
- At least 5-8 years of experience in an architectural office environment.
- Registration as an Architect or evidence of near completion of the process.
- Experience with historic preservation projects. A Historic Preservation degree is not required but would be beneficial.
- Working knowledge of historic preservation and the US Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation is preferred but not required.
- Strong Revit and production skills.
- Graphic communication skills to support a variety of presentation media: presentation drawings, marketing materials, feasibility studies, etc. Photoshop, Illustrator and/or InDesign skills.
- Skilled in research, analytical thinking, modeling and materials analysis to support the historic preservation design process.
- Self-motivated individual able to work well in a collaborative office environment.
- Good computer skills and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel).
Desired Personality Traits- Interest in the rehabilitation of existing buildings and important historic sites.
- Detail-oriented, methodical, process-oriented, yet open to change and motivated by innovation.
- Great collaborator and communicator - excellent verbal and written skills are important
- Ambitious self-starter with get-it-done attitude who strives for results and performs well under pressure
- Good sense of humor!
- Ability to handle job stress, deadlines and interact effectively with others in the workplace is an essential function of the job.
Our firm offers competitive salaries and strong personal and professional benefit packages including:
Personal BenefitsMedical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Coverage
Dependent/Child Care Spending Accounts
Medical Spending Accounts
401(k) w/Company Match
Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
Paid Maternity/Paid Paternity Leave
Life Insurance (Employee and Family)
Nine (9) Holidays
Paid Personal Leave
Hybrid Work Schedule
Professional BenefitsInternal and External Continuing Education Opportunities
Professional Memberships Reimbursement
Building Product Lunches
Project Site Tours
Company Wide Social Gatherings
