Architect - Workplace

Nelson Architectural Practice – Atlanta

Nelson is currently seeking a highly motivated and team-oriented Architect to join our Workplace Practice in Atlanta. As an Architect you must demonstrate leadership qualities and a collaborative approach to the successful production of design and/or construction documents. Candidates should demonstrate experience in all aspects of the design process including Programming, Conceptual, Schematic and Design Development presentations, 3D modeling, and the technical proficiency to successfully implement designs through the CD/CA phases.

Responsibilities include participating in design phase activities and coordinating with clients, consultants, and contractors throughout the project. Leading multiple projects through the design process, production of construction documents, and construction administration as part of a project team. Developing solutions to technical problems.

• Go All-In – Take responsibility for your actions, do what you say and always lead by example
• Keep It Real – Communicate with empathy, transparency and respect to support each other in the pursuit of great work
• Embrace Growth – Seek to learn, grow and experiment to fuel our future
• Think Boldly – Exude a passion for problem solving, creativity and curiosity in everything you do
• Be You – Express your unique self and actively engage in our fun, diverse community of real people

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist project team with design and technical questions during the project
• Share knowledge with the entire studio and be a resource to the entire Nelson staff
• Be a mentor to staff, including interns
• Contribute as a team leader on an as‑needed basis as it relates to individual performance and development within the project team
• Embrace specific steps to create, develop and promote a diverse workforce and to promote an inclusive environment

• Assist with proposal and contract documents
• Contribute to the work plan for each project
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of Concept, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents using software skills listed below
• Conduct field surveys as required
• Generate overall project design concepts
• Develop and/or oversee the development of design concepts into complete design development set and further advance into complete construction drawings
• Oversee material research and compilation of project data and incorporation throughout the project
• Prepare project specifications
• Communicate with project team members and resolve drawing discrepancies independently
• Coordinate and incorporate work of internal and external project consultants
• Oversee the preparation of Addenda and Bulletin documentation
• Review shop drawings
• Sign and seal drawings as needed
• Review, respond to and track RFLs
• Attend construction meetings, make periodic site observation visits as required by contract
• Prepare and update punch lists as required
• Adhere to Nelson standards in the preparation of deliverables
• Review and correct your own work and work of the project team including both internal and external consultants following established QA procedures
• Review and understand applicable building codes and other standards, including accessibility standards
• Prepare zoning and building code analysis and review
• Assist with the timely submittal of drawings to the appropriate authorities having jurisdiction
• Oversee the maintenance and archiving of electronic project files
• Understand project scope and identify items that are beyond the original scope of services and bring to the attention of the project lead
• Draft client agreement change orders and subcontractor agreement change orders as directed by project lead
• Prepare meeting agendas, meeting minutes, phone conversation notes to document the progress of the project and…