Architect III – Senior Architect Job Detroit area,Michigan USA,Design & Architecture

Role Summary

The Architect III – Senior Architect provides senior-level project leadership and oversees architectural projects from concept design through construction administration. Working with the Lead Design Professional, Project Managers, consultants, contractors, owners, and clients, this position coordinates complex projects, directs architectural and technical decisions, manages project requirements, and supports client satisfaction. The Architect III leads consultant coordination for mid-size to large projects, guides drawing and BIM efforts, conducts quality reviews, and mentors team members.

Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Delivery

Provide project leadership and oversee all phases of projects from concept design through construction administration; manage project teams according to workload and demands

Prepare strategic plans for project success and oversee architectural aspects of construction projects

Make decisions on significant architectural design problems and methods

Maintain communication with clients, stakeholders, and construction teams as changes or issues arise to ensure conformance with contracts

Manage client budgets, schedules, programs, project communications, documentation, administrative tasks, and team assignments for efficient and cost-effective project execution

Estimate fees, determine scope of work, and prepare proposals and contracts for complex projects

Lead and coordinate consultant work for mid-size to large projects exceeding $10,000,000 in construction cost

Assist the Project Manager with documentation of changes in scope and/or additional services

Lead integrated project delivery with consultants, contractors, and owners through design, construction, and post-occupancy

Attend internal and external meetings with consultants, clients, agencies, and others; prepare and distribute meeting notes

Focus on client satisfaction, identify future project-related services, and maintain client confidence through professionalism, accountability, and performance

Design, Documentation & Technical Execution

Interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate architectural design assignments

Investigate, evaluate, and recommend technical design solutions that best meet client needs

Conduct architectural studies; develop design concepts and criteria; prepare reports, calculations, and detailed design and construction documents

Lead drawing and BIM efforts and develop document sets using current HAA and AIA standards

Execute project code reviews and prepare project specifications

Coordinate the work of consultants and sub-consultants

Regulatory, Construction Administration & Quality

Participate in presenting plans and documents to authorities for land use, zoning, and permit approvals

Observe construction projects in progress and upon completion for adherence to plans and specifications; advise contractors on interpretation

Perform quality assurance and quality control reviews of documents and specifications; confirm adherence to HAA standards and protocols

Review contract documents for code, ADA, and life safety compliance

Apply entitlements and permitting expertise in project delivery

BIM & Team Collaboration

Work with team members to maintain and improve BIM practices

Mentor and lead colleagues by example

Collaborate effectively with project teams to meet requirements and deadlines

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead others by example

Proven ability to present to clients and assist in marketing interviews

Ability to effectively meet deadlines and work independently and as part of a team

Effective communication, leadership, organization, technical, and graphic skills

Knowledge of the real estate development process, construction industry, design/build…