Project Architect

Danis Construction - Miamisburg, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Miamisburg, OH

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Project Architect plays a pivotal role in our organization, driving the architectural design process from conception through construction while ensuring alignment with project goals and standards. This role requires a balance between design innovation and technical acumen, mentoring junior staff, and delivering high-quality outcomes in sectors such as healthcare, life sciences, and food/beverage. This position reports to the Director of Design.

Responsibilities

• Manage External Design Partners: Leverage external architectural firms to align on project goals and standards.
• Client Interaction: Engage with owners, clients, and internal departments to gather project requirements and develop actionable plans.
• Execute Internal Architectural Design Process: Oversee all design phases, including Programming, Concepting, Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documentation.
• Develop Standards: Assist in creating and maintaining departmental and BIM (Revit) standards, and standard details.
• Prepare Construction Documents: Assemble high quality, comprehensive construction documents and write project specifications.
• Coordinate Design Teams: Collaborate with PME designers and other design partners to ensure integrated project solutions.
• Support Business Development: Develop concepts and graphics for project proposals with the BD team.
• Ensure Compliance: Conduct code reviews and ensure designs meet Ohio Building Code and other regulatory requirements.
• Project Management: Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, coordinating with stakeholders.
• Conduct Field Work: Perform field work and oversee construction administration to resolve project issues.
• Support Cost Estimation: Assist in the cost estimating process with the PreCon department.
• Mentor and Manage Junior Staff: Guide, mentor, and manage junior staff, fostering their development and ensuring alignment with project objectives.

Requirements

• Education: Master's or Professional Bachelor's in Architecture
• Experience: 6 - 10 years in architectural design and project management.
• Licensure: Licensed Architect or nearing completion of licensing process.
• Technical Skills: Strong balance between design and technical skills, particularly in construction detailing.
• Extensive BIM (Revit) modeling experience.
• Experience with supporting software packages (Lumion, Photoshop, etc.) that support rendering and BD efforts.
• Experience with writing specification.
• Understanding of Ohio Building Code, including code review, zoning, and planning commission processes.
• Experience in the Design Build arena and coordination with design assist partners.

Nice-to-haves

• Design Experience: Healthcare, Life Sciences, Food & Beverage/Manufacturing (++ Familiarity with FGI Healthcare is a plus).