Project Architect, Architecture & Design

Royal Caribbean Cruises - Miami, FL

Full-time - Senior

Miami, FL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Project Architect plays a pivotal role in the architectural design process, overseeing the development and execution of projects from inception to completion. This position involves collaborating with consultants and contractors, ensuring that architectural designs meet technical, aesthetic, and functional requirements within a given budget, particularly for remote destination projects and construction in hurricane zones.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary consultancy team to perform layout and detailing on architectural projects
• Independently oversee the coordination of work of a multidiscipline team through multiple phases of a project
• Participate in internal meetings and reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
• Conduct work sessions at project site in conjunction with Project Manager and other disciplines
• Serve as the main liaison between the consultant and technical teams and the internal design, product and construction teams
• Perform product research and assist project leadership team with materials and systems evaluation
• Review architectural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines and lead resolution efforts
• Lead ownership review and coordinate feedback documents to consultants
• Oversee ensuring appropriate application of products and materials and best practices
• Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, change orders, etc.
• Communicate agreed-upon changes to consultants and ensure incorporation into project documents
• Lead projects in a dual management role as needed
• Answer construction bid period questions and resolve field issues
• Provide construction contract administration as needed
• Work independently with supervision by a lead Architect
• Perform other duties as needed

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience and certification as a licensed professional required
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture; Master's degree in Architecture preferred
• Registered Architect
• 7 years of related design experience in hospitality, Retail / Dining / Entertainment (RDE), theme park projects
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience
• Experience on campus style developments (multiple buildings)
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired
• Write and edit architectural specifications
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule)
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in use of AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process
• Demonstrated graphic presentation skills
• Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills
• Ability to travel

Nice-to-haves

• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired

Benefits

• Competitive compensation & benefits package
• Excellent career development opportunities