Senior Project Architect At Metcalfe Architecture & Design

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Job Overview

This opportunity is unique and will include aspects of project management and management of a small team, too! The ideal candidate has 7+ yrs. of architectural experience and has led the day-to-day management of the production of architectural design work from schematic design to contract documents. This is an amazing opportunity to do unusual work in a high-performing, results-driven, casual dress and dog-friendly environment.

METCALFE, a growing, Philadelphia, PA-based, international award-winning, experience design firm of 21 people that focuses on cultural institutions-schools, museums, arboreta, public spaces in healthcare, and nature playgrounds, is seeking a Senior Project Architect. 

This opportunity is unique and will include aspects of project management and management of a small team, too! The ideal candidate has 7+ yrs. of architectural experience and has led the day-to-day management of the production of architectural design work from schematic design to contract documents. This is an amazing opportunity to do unusual work in a high-performing, results-driven, casual dress and dog-friendly environment.

Metcalfe offers completive salary benefits, and the opportunity to work remotely a couple of days a week is optional after training.

Qualifications

  • Must be a licensed Architect
  • 7-10 yrs. of architectural experience
  • Revit and CAD experience
  • Sketchup and/or Rhino experience
  • Knowledge of the construction cycle
  • Excellent writing skills
  • Adobe suite experience

Responsibilities

(This role is roughly 70% Project Architect and 30% Project Management)

Project Architect Responsibilities (70%):

  • Assist in the development of architectural design and the preparation of construction documents, including drawings and specifications, while collaborating with senior staff and supervising a small team.
  • Communicate with clients, consultants, engineers, and vendors to ensure coordination of project requirements and collaborate if necessary.
  • Responsible for product research and coordinating of technical aspects of the design of the project.
  • Follow client or corporate standards for project production and review.
  • Develop presentations, designs, and technical solutions through all phases of the project.
  • Produce conceptual renderings for project and presentation purposes.
  • Develop drawing sets issued for permitting, pricing, and construction during the CD phase and review shop drawings submittals during the CA phase.

Project Management Assistance Responsibilities (30%):

  • Help oversee the architectural process from initial design to the completion of construction.
  • Manage budget for assigned projects.
  • Manage small projects to ensure client specifications and expectations are fulfilled.
  • Maintain project files, including correspondence, drawings, and material samples.
  • Verify the accuracy and completeness of all drawings and specifications.
  • Ensure the project follows all codes and construction standards.
  • Communicate with clients and contractors.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining project cost reports and schedules.
  • Assist in writing proposals and preparing RFQ and RFP response documents.
  • Prepare construction status reports as well as monitor and update construction schedules.
  • Attend client and zoning meetings as needed.

Benefits

  • PTO
  • Vacation
  • Medical insurance
  • Simple IRA retirement plan
  • Parental leave
  • Short-term disability insurance

Applications

Please submit your resume to hiring@metarchdesign.com with “Senior Project Architect” in the subject line.

To apply for this job email your details to hiring@metarchdesign.com