Terracon

Senior Staff Architect

Terracon$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent experience towards becoming a Registered Architect.
  • 3-5 years of relevant work experience in architecture or engineering.
  • Master's degree in Architecture is preferred.
  • Valid driver's license; acceptable violation history may be required.
  • Must have an Architectural Intern designation or be a Registered Architect (preferred RRO/RRC certifications).

Responsibilities

  • Follow safety guidelines for all projects and report any issues.
  • Maintain high-quality standards throughout project execution.
  • Manage and execute small to medium-scale projects, potentially more complex.
  • Develop scope of work and prepare project-related documents.
  • Conduct architectural/engineering calculations and analyze data.
  • Coordinate field investigations and laboratory testing for evaluations.
  • Prepare proposals and progress reports for senior-level approval.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and project management experience.
  • Mentorship from senior-level project managers.
  • Impactful work across various sectors including commercial and governmental projects.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Provide architectural and consulting services for a broad array of projects and clients. This may include performing and or leading field investigations, architectural/engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations, design and development of plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and the writing, preparation, and review of related reports for the services provided. Review drawings and construction to assure compliance with plans and specifications. Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and recommend changes. Research and resolve design and construction problems. Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports. Apply sound architectural/engineering principles and be able to communicate complex issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams. Services may be provided for existing or proposed projects in the commercial, retail, multi-family, hotel, senior living, industrial and or governmental sectors.

Responsibilities

  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Maintain quality standards on all projects.
  • Mid-level, experienced architectural professional responsible for managing and executing small to medium projects and sometimes more complex projects.
  • Develop the scope of work for routine projects.
  • Prepare cost estimates, specifications, and other project related documents
  • Analyze data, and perform architectural/engineering calculations and analysis
  • Coordinate and supervise field investigations, laboratory testing, and evaluation of respective data, development of recommendations.
  • Develop plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work.
  • Work closely with senior-level project manager to gain project management and architectural experience.
  • Make design recommendations, adaptations and modifications.
  • Prepare work scope, proposals and reports and plans investigations for approval by senior level professionals for routine projects.
  • Serve as a technical adviser to junior-level project team members.
  • Supervise field staff including graduate/field architects/engineers, architectural/engineering technicians, exploration teams, laboratory staff and other support personnel.
  • Interact with client and project team in developing scope of services and communicating project progress.
  • Works under the supervision of a Registered Architect or Authorized Project Reviewer.

    Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent degree (and experience) that can be applied to becoming a Registered Architect.
  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience.
  • Master's degree in Architecture preferred.
  • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Registered Roof Observer (RRO) or Register Roof Consultant
  • Required Qualifications:
  • At minimum Architectural Intern designation and ability to become a Registered Architect OR
  • Registered Architect
  • About Terracon

    Terracon is a leading provider of engineering consulting services in the United States. The company was founded in 1965 and has since grown to employ over 5,000 people in more than 150 offices across the country. Terracon offers a wide range of services, including geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and facilities engineering. The company is committed to providing high-quality services to its clients while also promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility. Terracon is a privately held company and is headquartered in Olathe, Kansas.
    Learn more about Terracon
    Size
    5,000 employees
    Industry
    Net Income
    $50 million
    Founded
    2023
    5 Year Trend
    +20%
    Revenue
    $800 million
    NASDAQ

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