CDM Smith

Project Architect - Transit

CDM Smith • $95K — $167K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture
  • Registered Architect (RA) certification required
  • 7 years of related architectural experience
  • Equivalent experience may substitute for a degree
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Responsibilities

  • Lead project planning and design formulation
  • Coordinate design documents with engineering teams
  • Mentor junior architects on projects
  • Research and select construction materials and methods
  • Ensure compliance with zoning and building codes
  • Collect and review project documentation and as-built data
  • Evaluate technical submittals during construction phases

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment
  • Opportunities for mentoring and professional development
  • Participation in high-impact community projects
  • Networking with multidisciplinary teams and professionals
Full Job Description
Job Description

Shape the future of critical infrastructure and communities across the nation. As a Project Architect at CDM Smith, you'll lead and collaborate on complex, high-impact projects ranging from water and wastewater facilities, transit centers, and federal installations to industrial campuses, and workplace environments. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, planners, and technical specialists, you'll have the opportunity to influence design solutions, mentor emerging professionals, and help deliver projects that make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Plan, program, and formulate building design and prepare design presentation and construction contract documents.
  • Coordination of building design and construction contract documents with architectural and multi-discipline engineering staff.
  • Mentor and guide junior architectural staff on multi-discipline projects.
  • Research and participate in the selection of construction materials, technologies and methodologies for detailing and specifications.
  • Compliance with applicable planning, zoning, and building codes and regulations, including coordination with agencies having jurisdiction.
  • Collect background project information and documentation including "as-built" data, including field observation as necessary.
  • Review technical submittals for projects under construction.

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Skills & Abilities

  • Solid knowledge of technologies and methodologies in the use of construction materials.
  • Expert knowledge of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD), preferably AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Familiarity with modeling and rendering software programs.
  • Expert knowledge of basic business office software (Word, Excel, etc.). Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
  • Must possess RA certification.
  • 7 years of related experience.
  • Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.
  • Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience designing transportation and transit facilities is strongly preferred.
  • Master's degree in Architecture.
  • Experience in planning, design, and construction oversight of transit facilities served by rail, light rail, and bus rapid transit.
  • Experience in multiple project delivery types including design-build, design-bid-build, construction manager-at-risk, etc.
  • LEED Green Associate or LEED AP Credential.

Amount of Travel Required

10% or less
Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate's salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.
Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Visa Sponsorship Available

No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Pay Range Max

USD $167,731.00
Pay Range Min

USD $95,846.00

About CDM Smith

CDM Smith is an engineering and construction company that provides a wide range of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. CDM Smith offers services in areas such as water resources, transportation, environmental engineering, and more. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. CDM Smith has offices throughout the United States and around the world.
Learn more about CDM Smith
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1986

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