Registered Architect Project Manager

Description

Registered Architect Project Manager

Role

Description:

Huitt-Zollars is growing and we’re seeking an entrepreneurial and like-minded Project Architect in Orlando who shares a desire to lead project work and processes in achieving high-quality design development and execution. HZ Orlando is looking for a talented individual with proven project experience through projects and practice, whose experience includes themed entertainment and hospitality projects. We are actively recruiting a unique talent that understands creative and themed design development process and design development, transforming concepts and storylines into technically sound design packages, and constructable solutions for our clients.

In this role, you will collaborate with office principals and fellow architects, while managing the design team and works in partnership with the project manager. Your previous experience should demonstrate an understanding of the design steps and flows for the design development and documentation of entertainment and hospitality focused projects. As a member of our team, you will have sufficient responsibility to grow your career, with the ability to actively contribute to building a positive office culture.

Location: Orlando, Florida

Reports to: Vice President/Managing Principal

Employment Type: 40 FT Hours

Compensation Type: Salary

Registration(s): Licensed Architect required

Education: Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture

• With the Principal’s leadership, lead assignments that include conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration ability and interest in full project delivery.
• Think, analyze, plan, test, ideate, and design is a norm for project development.
• Provide strategically minded design support for organization, production and execution of projects.
• Client interface comfortable, confident, and well versed in project meetings and presentations, able to represent the design and team ideas and work product.
• Works to represent professional and sound judgement in navigating the project decision making process, with a focus on building client trust and rapport.
• Coordinate and oversee the project team (including junior architects, consultants, and support staff) across all phases of design and construction.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and contractors, ensuring clear communication and effective collaboration.
• Develop and refine design concepts that align with client goals, regulatory requirements, and our studio’s commitment to design excellence.
• Lead the preparation of thorough and accurate construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and details.
• Oversee compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and industry standards.
• Integrate sustainable design strategies and best practices into project delivery as may be required.
• Coordinate with consultants and internal teams to ensure project milestones are met on time and within scope.
• Review documents for clarity, completeness, and technical accuracy.
• Facilitate internal and external project reviews at key stages to maintain consistency and design integrity.
• Contribute to project workplans, resourcing, and monitoring of the workflow, percent complete, and deliverables.
• Teach and mentor our team through projects, mentoring programs, in close partnership with office leadership.
• Maintain and nurture client relationships in a professional and valued manner.
• Clear understanding of project communication protocols internal and external, and effective communication management.
• Actively seek to promote and develop positive culture and ideas daily, and open to collaborating across offices to build a positive culture.

• Supports and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.
• Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client).
• Contributes to successful delivery and performance of projects.
• Cultiv…