Architect or Design Technician

Cta Architects Engineers - Boise, ID

Full-time - Mid Level

Boise, ID

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Architect or Design Technician at CTA Architects Engineers is responsible for leading project development and managing architectural teams from inception to completion. This role involves overseeing federal government projects, ensuring compliance with design intent, and maintaining collaborative relationships with clients and consultants. The position requires a strong technical proficiency in design software and excellent communication skills to facilitate project milestones and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead project development and project teams from inception to completion.
• Direct the architectural team and integrate engineering teams on projects of varying scale and budget.
• Lead project documentation efforts with knowledge of contract documents, specifications, shop-drawings, and submittal review.
• Delegate, train, monitor progress and coordination, and conduct QA/QC.
• Conduct construction observation and administration, understanding construction costs, budgeting, and value engineering.
• Maintain collaborative working relationships and assist with the development of emerging professionals.
• Manage technically complex projects, ensuring knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Organize and lead meetings involving internal and external clients/partners related to architectural development.
• Review contractor questions and submittals to ensure compliance with design intent.
• Conduct on-site observations and document site reviews, approving quality of materials and work.
• Process submittals/substitution requests during construction and address RFI.

Requirements

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture.
• 8-15+ years of post-graduate professional experience, including recent experience as a project manager leading federal government projects.
• Current architect license/registration; LEED accredited is a plus.
• Experience and familiarity with retail, grocery, and commercial projects is a plus.
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills.
• Ability to build engaging client relationships and manage consultant teams.
• Ability to define and drive project milestones and facilitate project meetings.
• Experience with Revit, Project Management Software, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office suite, Bluebeam, and Outlook.
• A passion for creative, collaborative, client-focused design.
• Strong technical proficiency in SketchUp, Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Nice-to-haves

• LEED accreditation
• Experience with retail, grocery, and commercial projects.