Burns & McDonnell

Senior Architect - Mission Critical (Dallas/Fort Worth)

Burns & McDonnell • $100K — $130K *
Fort Worth, TX 76137In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor or Master Degree in Architecture from NAAB accredited program with 7-8 years of related experience.
  • Registered Architect preferred.
  • Expert knowledge of architectural concepts, codes, and technical detailing.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Capability to lead design teams and manage project tasks effectively.
  • Proficiency in software including BIM (Revit) and 3D rendering tools.
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills essential.

Responsibilities

  • Lead architectural design from concept to completion for diverse projects.
  • Develop and review production drawings for various facility types.
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, and change orders effectively.
  • Draft specifications and compile architectural studies and reports.
  • Conduct quality reviews of drawings to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Oversee construction administration and address design-related field issues.
  • Foster client relationships and pursue new business opportunities.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional development.
  • Engagement in diverse and impactful project types.
  • Involvement in a collaborative and problem-solving work environment.
  • Ability to influence design outcomes and project success.
Full Job Description
Description

  • Lead architectural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
  • Develop, modify, and review production drawings for healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders.
  • Applies expert knowledge of commonly used architectural concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the architectural industry. Compiles studies and reports. Writes specifications.
  • Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find's/develops non-standard design solutions.
  • Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project related data as required by the project managers to verify design compliance with project, client, and industry standards, including constructability.
  • Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of materials.
  • Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
  • Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
  • Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.
  • Participate sales and marketing efforts and identify, lead and manage key pursuits.
  • Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
  • Prepare, present and manage project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance.
  • Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the architectural practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
  • Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
  • Responsible for effective communication with other architectural teams.
  • Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
  • Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff.
  • Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
  • Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program and 8 years related experience required.
  • Master Degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program and 7 years related experience required.
  • Minimum eight years of architectural experience preferred.
  • Registered architect preferred.
  • Portfolio demonstrating design and graphic presentation skills is preferred.
  • Expert knowledge of standard architectural concepts, including building codes, ADA standards, exterior envelope design, technical detailing, and specification writing.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a problem-solving environment and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
  • Expert software and computer skills preferred, including BIM (Revit), Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D rendering software.
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, and organization.
  • Experience in leading design teams for large, complex projects, delegating tasks, and guiding internal and client groups towards successful design outcomes.
  • Ability to conduct detailed quality reviews of architectural documents.
  • Experience with construction phase activities, including site visits, shop drawing review, and correspondence with contractors and client.
  • Ability to travel.
  • Registered Architect Preferred.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Architecture

Primary Location US-TX-Dallas

Other Locations US-TX-Fort Worth

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 261352

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EH #GFS

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
Learn more about Burns & McDonnell
Size
7,500 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1898
* Ladders Estimates

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