SMMA is seeking an experienced Architect with 3-5 years of experience to join our team and contribute to the design and delivery of mission-critical facilities. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the unique requirements of these facilities, including data centers, electronics labs, control centers, and other highly technical environments. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized individual who can coordinate across teams to ensure seamless project execution on fast-track schedules. Flexibility and the ability to draw from experience to progress design in the absence of specific design criteria are an asset.
SMMA is a leading integrated design firm and promotes a fast-paced, team-oriented, and fun environment that fosters intellectual and creative growth. The candidate will be encouraged to provide new ideas and share knowledge and design research that will advance the firm’s mission and his/her professional career.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
• Experience: 3-5 years of architectural experience, with at least 1 year focused on mission-critical or high-performance building projects.
• Licensure: Registered Architect preferred or actively pursuing licensure.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Revit, Teams, Bluebeam, and application related to the CA phase. Training is available from our internal Design Technology group.
• Knowledge Base: Understanding of building systems, equipmentrequirements, and regulatory constraints associated with highly technical environments.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• DESIGN AND PLANNING:Support design efforts from concept through construction, ensuring that mission-critical considerations such as redundancy, resiliency, modularityand energy efficiency are integrated at every phase.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external teams, including engineering disciplines, sustainability experts, and technical consultants, to coordinate integrated solutions.
• Technical Expertise: Develop architectural details, focusing on integration and coordination of systems, structural integrity, safety, flexibility, and durability.
• CODE COMPLIANCE:Understand applicable local, state, and federal building codes, and be aware of any specific regulatory requirements for mission-critical environments.
• CLIENT INTERACTION:Participate in client reviews at design milestones to ensure design solutions meet or exceed expectations.