GBBN seeks an experienced, licensed Project Architect to lead multi-disciplinary teams in delivering these kinds of projects with excellence.
Based in our Louisville office in the vibrant Northeast Arts district, this role will work closely and collaboratively with project teams across our other US office locations in Cincinnati, Louisville, and Pittsburgh.A successful Project Architect balances design vision, technical expertise, and project management to deliver high-quality architectural solutions that meet client and firm expectations. In partnership with the Project Manager and Project Designer, the Project Architect leads the team throughout the process to meet client needs while balancing project and design goals, schedules, and budget.
In this role you'll:
- Collaborate with the Project Leadership Team to understand the client's business objectives and translate those objectives to the project team and ensure that the goals for the project, team and work-plan are met.
- Innovate concepts that solve client challenges in unexpected ways.
- Intentionally shape the client experience throughout the project, build relationships with key contacts and guide them through the process
- Own relationships with contractors and consultants; lead coordination and resolve field issues during all project phases
- Serve as a mentor for others in the organization in sharing knowledge with the entire office on design standards, practices, and policies
- Contribute to business development by establishing confidence with clients and seeking opportunities for follow up business for each project.
- Advance the sustainability and resiliency of our work.
10+ years of experience
Salary range $75,000-$100,000 based on relevant years of experience
Requirements
Qualifications and Skills• Effective communicator, able to adjust messaging strategies based on the audience
• Proven experience leading progressively more complex projects and teams
• Skilled in developing workplans, delegating tasks and managing project workflows
• Deep understanding of the holistic architecture process, including codes and construction
• Persuasively and visually communicate ideas effectively and tactfully to project team and clients.
• Strong design sensibility and technical proficiency
• Collaborative and consultative in approach, working effectively with project teams and clients.
• Able to manage multiple priorities with confidence and efficiency
• Invested in mentoring and supporting the growth of team members
• Builds strong relationships and earns trust Committed to advancing sustainability and resiliency through the work.
• Curious, adaptable, and always learning
• Committed to advancing sustainability and resiliency through the work
• Understands and appreciates the value of research and data to inform the design process
• Advanced proficiency in industry-standard design and visualization software
Experience and Educational Requirements• Professional Architecture or Interior Design degree from an accredited university
• 10+ years of related experience
• Demonstrated experience working on AIA award winning project(s)
• Professional Architecture/Interior License required
• Dedicated experience and knowledge of guidelines for design and construction of facilities
• Knowledge of sustainable principles and LEED accreditation a plus
Salary Description
$75,000-$100,000/year
