Project Architect

Overview

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things.

• Ideas:
  We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.
• Knowledge:
  We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge.
• Product:
  We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.
• Individual:
  We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.
• Team:
  We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.
• Firm:
  We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.

The Project Architect oversees the development of the design of a project along with the production of construction documentation within the established scope of work, program, and budget objectives. The Project Architect has a project-focused view; and together with the Senior Designer, Technical Designer, and/or Project Manager (where applicable), is the co-leader of the project. Depending on the scale or complexity of the project, the Project Architect may take on some Project Management responsibilities, including acting as the primary point of contact for the owner/client, and the full project team, inclusive of consultants.

• Actively leads the Architectural Project Team in all phases to achieve design, technical, and financial success. Exhibits initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with a high attention to precision and accuracy at a project level.
• Contributes to the design direction and innovation(s) and furthers the development of architectural projects that are consistent with the scope of work and goals of the firm. Integrates criteria and input from all disciplines into design solutions.
• Communicates and maintains standards of quality for documentation products for the full internal and external team. Supports the Technical Architect in the implementation of the Quality Management System for assigned projects.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details and construction techniques. Is able to enrich design concepts through technical strategies and effectively uses appropriate tools to design and document at all project phases.
• Manages a collaborative relationship with consultants and knowledge resources to ensure that deliverables are coordinated, integrated, and support the performance goals of the project.

• Collaborates with the SOM High Performance Design Group in tracking energy, water, and carbon use intensities on a project and provides documentation for AIA 2030 reporting.
• Leads the production resources and schedules of documentation and presentations. When appropriate, produces presentation and contract deliverables such as diagrams, 3D models, drawings, specifications, renderings, physical models, and animations. Documentation should be consistent with firm standards for the publication and presentation of work.
• Fosters positive relationships with clients and the design community.
• Remains committed to working within the established project budgets and schedules.
• Manages time and workload of own work efforts and those of the team to meet project task deadlines and commitments, with interaction and direction from Associate…