SUMMARY

Architect II– Certified licensed architect plus a minimum of six years of architecture related experience. Fully competent architect in all conventional aspects of architectural designs for projects of medium to large size and complexity. Responsible for specific technical design aspects of an assigned major project, including investigation, evaluation and recommendation of design solutions that best meets the client’s needs. Provides professional architectural consultation in the planning, design, and coordination of large complex projects. Independently applies advanced architectural concepts and designs. Carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. May provide technical guidance to less experienced architects.
Requirements:

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Certified Architectural License required
• NCARB Certificate as needed on project assignments
• LEED AP and sustainable design experience preferred

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS

• May direct and mentor project associates or interns.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture or Bachelor of Architecture degree from an accredited university preferred or have met the required architectural experience for license testing
• Master of Architecture preferred
• A minimum of six years of architecture practice experience

SIGNATURE

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• Licensed Architect who works independently and is responsible for finished plans, specifications and approval of materials andconstruction
• Coordinates on the planning and development of construction and design document production, and provide technical expertise toensure coordinated and high-quality documents
• Responsible to conduct construction administration duties, such as site visits, RFI responses, submittals, and punch list reviews
• Involve explorations of subject area, definition of scope, selection of items for investigation and development of novel concepts andmethods
• Participates in preparing reports and specifications. Reviews completed reports, plans, estimates and calculations
• Responsible to follow project budget, task schedule, and other components of the work plan with Project Manager
• Responsible to monitor personal billing and works at maximizing team’s quality and efficiency in assigned tasks
• Responsible to coordinate with clients, project team, consultants, and contractors to ensure trust and confidence
• Provide leadership and oversight of a team of project architects, project associates and interns.
• Provide leadership for team and client meetings
• Assists in analyses of design, design data, and planning as it relates to project scope
• Contribute innovative design solutions that consistently capture the intended design vision
• Contribute to bold design solutions that balance scale, aesthetics, and context to maximize the impact to the individual and community
• May participate in marketing efforts and lead presentations to prospective clients