Sr Project Architect

Ihire - Coral Gables, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Coral Gables, FL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Sr Project Architect at HOK is responsible for overseeing corporate projects, ensuring financial performance, and maintaining effective communication within the project team. This role involves leading the design process from conceptualization through construction administration, ensuring that the design intent is accurately documented and executed. The Sr Project Architect will also mentor junior staff, coordinate with various disciplines, and maintain client relationships to ensure project success.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for project financial performance and team communication.
• Ensure the overall design intent is incorporated into detailed documentation.
• Monitor the design process from conceptual phase through construction administration.
• Responsible for technical resolution and coordination for a defined portion of a project.
• Work with Specification Writer to develop specifications and coordinate drawings and specifications.
• Check completed reports, plans, estimates, and calculations for accuracy.
• Set the overall strategy for producing project documents and define data organization.
• Manage project team software parameters and standards.
• Foster collaborative relationships with the Project Leadership Team.
• Communicate with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to incorporate project requirements.
• Ensure construction detail documentation conforms to quality assurance and best practice standards.
• Supervise preparation of technical drawings by junior architects or technicians.
• Mentor and direct the work of less experienced staff.
• Develop positive relationships with client leadership and verify design requirements.
• Coordinate approvals or variances with municipal building departments.
• Assist in planning and conducting work with minor adaptations to complete working drawings.
• Prepare and coordinate the review of contractor's schedules and submissions.
• Participate in business development meetings to target project opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or equivalent education/experience required.
• 15+ years of design experience required.
• Licensed Architect with current registration in your region required.
• NCARB registration preferred.
• LEED credential required within 6 months of employment.
• Advanced knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, and material application.
• Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems and sustainability guidelines.
• Proficiency in Revit required; AutoCAD preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and 3D Modeling software preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work in a team environment and meet deadlines.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• Proficiency in Affinity software suite preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(K) savings plans.
• Disability, life, and accident insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Parental leave.
• Flexible work schedule with remote work options on Mondays and Fridays.