Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent required.
Minimum 10 years of professional experience in architecture.
LEED AP preferred; Architectural Registration required.
Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients and build relationships.
Experience leading architectural teams and mentoring junior staff.
Working knowledge of engineering systems and construction practices.
Responsibilities
Lead a team to produce technical documents for complex projects.
Prepare and coordinate comprehensive construction document packages.
Oversee daily construction administration and maintain project progress.
Mentor junior staff and monitor their work performance.
Establish project work plans and staffing requirements.
Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients.
Engage with owners and user groups to define program and planning needs.
Benefits
Flexible scheduling and a hybrid work environment.
3 weeks of PTO in the first year, with options to purchase more.
8 paid federal holidays and 15 additional Fridays off.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Wellbeing resources and paid parental leave.
401(k) program with employer matching and tuition reimbursement.
One-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities.
Full Job Description
The Dallas office of SmithGroup is looking for a Project Architect to join our team.
Working with us, you will:
Lead a team of architects to complete technical documents for projects of complex nature (healthcare, science and technology, higher education, commercial).
Prepare, coordinate, and complete construction documents packages.
Lead day-to-day construction administration activities including coordination with the contractor, owner, and consultants to maintain project progress.
Mentor, provide oversight, and monitor the work performed by junior staff.
Establish and execute project work plan and staffing requirements.
Develop trusted relationships with clients.
Participate in recruiting and performance management of staff.
Meet with owners and user groups to determine program and planning requirements.
An ideal candidate has:
A bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent.
Minimum 10 years of professional experience.
LEED AP preferred. Architectural Registration required.
Working knowledge of engineering systems; can successfully engage with professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment.
Demonstrated ability to communicate with clients and build client relationships and trust.
Strong mentoring, written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
Experience leading other architects and project teams.
Demonstrated understanding of code implementation and jurisdiction review.
Demonstrated understanding of construction practices and methodologies.
At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $89,000 to $115,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year. To be considered for this role, please create a profile and apply!
