Architect at MCKINLEY ARCHITECTURE & ENGINEERING INC

Marietta, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Architecture, Project Management, Design Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Autodesk Products, Computer-Aided Design, Technical Drawings, Quality Control, Client Interaction, Construction Administration, Engineering Coordination, Budget Management, Health and Safety Compliance, Sketching, 3D Modeling

Industry

Architecture and Planning

Description

Description McKinley Architecture and Engineering (MKA), now in its fifth decade of service, is a full-service architectural and engineering firm specializing in the design of educational, commercial, industrial, governmental, and institutional buildings. In 2025, MKA merging with renowned Pittsburgh-based design firm MCF Architecture, bringing deep expertise in healthcare, higher education, civil, and liturgical sectors. Job Description Summary: The Architect will plan, develop, design, and oversee projects in conformance with architectural professional standards, and company and contract requirements. This job often includes leading project teams, working directly with clients, and performing project management duties or working with PM if designated. Primary Responsibilities: Protect the client and public’s health, safety, and welfare by acting with reasonable care and competence applying technical knowledge and skill in accordance with the standard of care and practice law; Perform all duties in conformance with relevant codes and laws including working with relevant authorities having jurisdiction and coordinating their review submissions for work under their responsible control; Create project design concepts using computer-aided design software, and/or hand sketching; Develop, or work with PM if designated, to develop with clients’ overall project goals and constraints, including client objectives, design criteria, project and design budgets and schedule requirements; Oversee and direct architectural team’s daily project activities, status, and progress in all project phases in preparing technical drawings and specifications; Monitor, make adjustments, and confirm – or work with PM – to verify project is on schedule, is in alignment with the owner(s) and firm budget parameters; Exercise appropriate knowledge of engineering disciplines to evaluate and coordinate work done by our consultants and internal engineering team; Provide bidding and construction contract administration of architectural elements including requests for information, submittals, cost events, pay application, and on-site observations in accordance with contract and standard of care, working with firm’s construction administrators, engineers, and PM if designated; Assist with quality control activities for the project. Requirements Position Qualifications & Skills: First Professional degree in Architecture or other qualifications approved by State architectural board; Registered architect (OH, PA, or WV preferred, state of residence minimum), NCARB Certification Preferred with willingness to pursue out-of-state registration(s) as required; 3+ years of experience performing as a registered architect preferred; Strong design skills and proficiency in Autodesk products and other computer-aided design software; Ability to understand, develop, and communicate design concepts quickly through verbal and written communication, hand sketches, and 3D models; Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

The Architect will plan, develop, design, and oversee projects while ensuring compliance with architectural standards and client requirements. Responsibilities include leading project teams, managing project activities, and coordinating with clients and engineering teams.