Project Architect

Position Summary:
The Project Architect will plan and design, and/or facilitate the execution of new building
designs, and plan, design and/or facilitate the execution of building expansions or renovations
according to clients needs, desires, and financial resources.

Organizational Values:
Our belief in people leads us to work with project partners that have people at their center. Our
company values are:
Investing in People
Achieving the Extraordinary
Serving with Humility
Finding Fun in Our Work
Committing Ourselves to Mutual Success
Fearlessly Exploring
Striving for Authenticity

Essential Responsibilities:
Identifies, through consultation, clients requirements, approximate budget, timetable, and
possible needs for future expansion.
Determines clients preferences regarding materials, styles, colors, and other variables.
Attempts to identify through collaboration clients priorities in terms of needs vs. desires.
Assists clients in defining their priorities and vision by preparing preliminary sketches of options.
Prepares and presents designs, specifications, estimated costs, and proposed construction
schedule.
Creates detailed plans integrating engineering, electrical, and HVAC considerations; presents
plans to clients for review and approval.
Modifies new or existing plans as required.
Prepares scale drawings and contract requirements and submits for bids.
Collaborates with clients to select and award construction contracts.
Collaborates with head builder and clients to facilitate the building process to meet clients
specifications.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Responsibilities:
Other duties as assigned by the Project Director and/or the Project Manager.
Supervision Received:
General Direction: Plans and arranges own work. Uses a wide range of procedures to accomplish
assigned objectives.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
No supervision: No supervisory responsibilities.
Education & Experience:
Bachelor s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution required; Master s degree
preferred
Five (5+) years of relevant architectural design experience required
Strong proficiency in architectural design software, such as AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam,
SketchUp, Enscape
Proficient in architectural design principals, buildings systems, local building codes and
regulations, and construction methods required.
Active board licensure in State of Michigan required.

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent problem-solving, negotiation and consultation skills.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
Creative problem-solving skills and a passion for architectural design
Knowledge of architectural, civil, structural, and electrical disciplines; building construction;
cost estimating; and building codes.
Possess and demonstrate solid analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in an energetic and challenging work environment on multiple projects
simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Ability to travel throughout the state of Michigan regularly (2-3 days per week) to client
sites and in-person meetings, required.