Principal Architect Consultant

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Base pay range: $/yr - $/yr

At Rimkus, our Built Environment Solutions team operates on a global scale with the advantage of local expertise. Our licensed engineers, architects, and technical specialists bring deep knowledge of regional requirements and industry best practices, enabling us to deliver customized, high-quality solutions that maximize the success of our clients’ investments. With a comprehensive portfolio that spans nearly every engineering and architectural discipline, we help organizations plan, build, and manage assets with confidence.

What sets us apart is our forward-thinking approach. We integrate carbon footprint reduction, resiliency, maintainability, and long-term sustainability into everything we do, helping clients not just meet today’s needs but prepare for tomorrow’s challenges. From design and pre‑construction through construction, closeout, and ongoing operations, we provide tailored support at every stage. By identifying potential issues before they arise, we mitigate risks, extend asset life, and reduce costly unplanned repairs.

Whether an asset is newly constructed, leased, or purchased, our innovative solutions empower clients to operate more efficiently and sustainably. Joining Rimkus means being part of a team that’s shaping the future of the built environment—one innovative, resilient solution at a time.

As an experienced and knowledgeable consultant, the Principal Architectural Consultant will manage the more complex projects taken on by the team within their region. Complies with all company operating procedures and policies. Maintains a high level of customer/client satisfaction and works to develop new and repeat business. Acknowledges client concerns and responds quickly to resolve problems—works under minimal supervision, exercising initiative and independent judgment in the performance of assigned tasks.

The salary range for this position is $130,100 - $195,100 and is dependent on education, experience, location, and certifications/licensure.

• Design of tenant fit-outs and commercial/residential conversions, code analysis, field inspections, and documentation of work in progress.
• Leads by example and establishes a positive, professional work environment.
• Completes assignments in the principal consultant’s own field of professional expertise.
• Prepares proposals and scopes of work for projects.
• Ensures that deliverables, including reports and proposals, prepared by staff members meet Rimkus standards of accuracy/professionalism and are properly signed and sealed.
• Knowledge, training, and experience are the distinguishing characteristics of a principal consultant.
• Minimal training or oversight because the principal consultant should be prepared for the work and already have a “book of business” and be proficient at growing the architectural practice.
• Less experienced staff may shadow or assist a principal consultant on projects for training purposes, but the principal consultant will not be directly responsible for the training or the success of the trainee.
• Assists in marketing activities to promote the practice area and build relationships with current and future clients.
• Reviews all draft invoices before submission as final invoices.
• Resolves issues that are presented by our clients in a quick and satisfactory manner.
• Ensure that deliverables meet our guaranteed 2-day turnaround.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• A minimum bachelor’s degree in architecture or another related technical area is required. An advanced degree is appreciated.
• 10 years of applicable experience with commercial/residential conversions, consulting, and forensics.
• Professional licensure and/or certification is required or supplemented by additional years of applicable experience.

• Experience with inspection and documentation of existing spaces and design of commercial/residential conversions.
• Advanced knowledge of NYC Building Code and filing types.
• Professionalism and ability to handle details of a confidential nature.
• Strong critical thinking and interpersonal skills.
• Superior…