Senior Project Architect

Compensation

USD 110,000 - USD 140,000 per year

AECOM is seeking a talented and highly motivated Senior Project Architect for our Detroit, Grand Rapids, MI and Minneapolis, MN office. The position will work with project teams to guide and manage projects through all phases of design. Active engagement and support of the collaborative and iterative design process is essential, and the role seeks innovative design solutions and unique perspectives on the built environment.

The successful candidate will be proactive with strong verbal, organizational and technical skills to effectively manage and mentor architectural design teams as well as engineering design professionals while interfacing with clients.

The Senior Project Architect will manage projects from conceptual design through construction completion, leading teams of architects, designers, and engineers, and meeting with clients to develop and execute mid- to large-scale projects according to schedule and budgets. The role balances active architectural duties with a leadership role in managing and technical design of building plans while overseeing project teams during the project lifecycle.

US West Buildings + Places offers opportunities across a wide range of project typologies including Science & Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, Commercial, Aerospace, Higher Education, Industrial and Process, Transportation, Aviation, Sports and Federal market sectors across the western United States and beyond.

• Provide architectural guidance, calculations, analysis, studies, and recommendations for a specialized segment of the Architectural Discipline within the schedule and budget of an assigned project.
• Manage various size groups of architects, designers, and/or specialists.
• Work on modest size projects and/or assist Project Architectural or Engineering Managers with higher grades.
• Provide architectural leadership on complex projects.
• Lead the development of contract documents through all phases of design (SD, DD, CD, CA).
• Prepare architectural plans, elevations, sections, details, and specifications.
• Coordinate and lead quality control reviews of contract documents prior to issuance to the client.
• Coordinate internal AECOM and external A/E disciplines for successful outcomes during construction.
• Coordinate and attend design reviews with clients, project managers, and municipal agencies.
• Validate design decisions based on cost analysis with an understanding of logistics and procurement efficiencies.
• Evaluate contractor’s progress during construction and provide recommendations.
• Stay current with new design software developments (i.e., BIM, Revit, ACC, AI, Bluebeam).
• Apply creative design thinking to clients’ business problems to help maximize value of AECOM’s service to the client.

• Bachelor in Architecture from a NAAB accredited professional program.
• 6+ years of professional experience in architectural design and project delivery or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Licensed Architect in the state of practice.
• Proficiency in design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, and Sketch Up, as well as visualization tools like Enscape or Lumion.
• Strong understanding of building codes, construction methods, and sustainability practices.

• Master’s degree in Architecture.
• 8+ years of professional experience in architectural design and project delivery or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience in federal projects, with a proven ability to deliver high-quality designs.
• LEED Accreditation or equivalent sustainability certification is a plus.

• This position will not offer sponsorship now or in the future.

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.