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Project Architect

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Houston, TX
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Houston, TX
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Lead technical development and documentation for architecture projects, coordinate with project managers and consultants, perform construction administration, ensure code compliance, mentor junior staff, participate in client presentations and marketing, and manage project budgets and schedules.
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We are seeking a Project Architect with 10+ years of experience to join our Houston office, bringing expertise and a passion for innovation. This role involves leading the technical development of projects, collaborating with teams, and ensuring the successful execution of design and construction documentation.

As a Project Architect on the Perkins&Will team, you will:

  • Be responsible for planning, developing, and executing technical documentation which may include interpreting, organizing, and coordinating project team assignments
  • Direct and coordinate production of schematic, design development and construction documents in collaboration with Project Manager
  • Perform construction administration duties (e.g., RFI’s, RFP’s, change orders, etc.)
  • Execute applicable agency review analysis (accessibility, zoning, life-safety, etc.)
  • Establish budget, task schedule, and other components of the work plan with Project Manager
  • Participate in marketing efforts and may lead presentations to prospective clients
  • Work with engineering consultants through schematic and design development phases
  • Direct, organize, and mentor junior staff with responsibility for oversight
  • Utilize your rock star technical skills in Revit and other design application software
  • Work hard, play hard, and learn a lot along the way!

To join us, you should have:

  • A professional degree in Architecture, Design, or related discipline
  • 10+ years of project experience including healthcare and/or science & technology
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling, visualization, and graphic software; Revit strongly preferred
  • Ability to direct and coordinate work efforts of junior staff
  • Experience in all phases and aspects of a project
  • Familiarity with building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems
  • Understanding of project management process
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Collaborative and professional work ethic
  • LEED AP within 1 year of hire
  • Licensure required

Qualified and interested candidates should submit a resume and work samples. Include your resume and a compact, representative sample of your work (no larger than 4MB).

At Perkins&Will we believe that inclusion spurs creativity, and that innovation is born from an engaged culture of diverse people and ideas. By moving beyond barriers and stereotypes of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status; we are committed to building an organization that reflects the diversity of the communities and clients we serve.


*Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Perkins&Will has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity Employment policy (“EEO”), which is part of the Company’s Human Resources Policy. The purpose of this EEO policy is to ensure that all employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. In some cases, local laws and regulations may provide greater protections than those outlined here and employees will be covered by the laws of their local jurisdiction.


Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Perkins&Will will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Qualifications Education Required Bachelor or better. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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