Project Architect at A&E + SMA Design

Billings, Montana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, Newforma, Project Management, Architectural Design, Client Communication, Construction Documentation, Quality Control, Budget Management, Proposal Preparation, Contract Management, Interpersonal Skills, Technical Expertise, Consultant Liaison, Project Logistics

Industry

Design

Description

Description Creator. Collaborator. Changemaker. If these words describe you and you’re looking for a workplace culture where you can unleash your imagination and make an impact, look no further. A&E + SMA Design is seeking a Project Architect with unlimited creativity and determination to make a difference to join our team of innovators in our Billings market. We are over 100 diversely talented professionals committed to client satisfaction, quality design, and improving the world around us. We don’t just provide a service—we develop creative solutions for all design challenges within any given project. If you are an experienced design leader with skills necessary to oversee commercial project logistics from start to finish and the desire to do it alongside the best design staff in the northwest, we invite you to apply. Your skill set. Bachelor’s degree in architecture, master’s degree preferred Architectural licensure (preferred) Minimum 5 years of design experience Passion for design and architecture, possessing an outstanding ability to communicate complex design ideas to audiences with varying degrees of design knowledge Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam and Newforma Minimum 3 years of experience guiding architecture and design projects with a clear understanding of client needs and proven ability to execute a project scope within budget and timeline restrictions Take ownership of responsibilities and results, demonstrating reliability, follow-through, and integrity in day-to-day work and your team. Strong interpersonal skills, able to effectively communicate with clients, project teams, department supervisors, and firm executives Ability to remain positive, nimble, and flexible while working within a creative team environment Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time Familiarity with PSMJ project management practices a plus! Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident, or possess a work visa to legally work in the U.S. A day in the life. Serve as the primary consultant liaison and a secondary client liaison to complete projects on schedule, within budget, and with maximum client satisfaction Provide overall project design and development process to ensure that construction documents conform with A&E + SMA Design's agreement with the client Provide technical expertise to generate documents for projects ranging in size and scope Ensure quality control on all deliverables May estimate fees, determine scope of work, and prepares proposals and contracts for principal review Understands the fundamental relationships and contractual obligations between the designer, consultants, owner and contractors Represent A&E + SMA Design in all client communications at regular intervals between all stages of the agreement and post-agreement activities Execute client agreements with defined scope and schedule, educating clients about the defined terms Schedule, attend, and record all meetings with clients, project team members, and stakeholder groups Maintain constant updates related to project completion, including schedule and billing milestones Strive to innovate, learn, and improve, never settling for the status quo Perks of the work. You simply won’t find a group of individuals more talented, dedicated, or fun than the movers-and-shakers at A&E + SMA Design. Some of the perks of working at A&E + SMA Design include: Competitive salary package with full benefits Annual bonuses Generous paid personal leave 401K and Roth with profit sharing Group health, dental, vision, and disability insurance cost shared at 75% (us)/25% (you) $50,000 of group life insurance Basic long-term care insurance Health savings account Employee wellness program Opportunities for advancement A kickass culture with frequent staff excursions and events, like an annual trip to Chico Hot Springs, happy hours, and holiday parties Different by design. Driven to create impact. A&E + SMA Design is an integrated design firm with offices in Montana in Billings, Helena, Missoula, Bozeman, and Kalispell. We are a passionate, energetic team devoted to the architecture and design industries as well as the communities we serve. Our philosophy and holistic process challenges convention, blending architecture, interior design, construction administration, historic preservation, and graphic design into a comprehensive package for a wide range of project types. X marks the spot. They don’t call Montana the “Treasure State” for nothing. Under the big sky is a veritable trove of breathtaking views, historical landmarks, and outdoor activities. Each A&E + SMA Design location offers staff easy access to nearby mountain ranges for skiing and hiking, battlefields and sites from the travels of Lewis and Clark, dinosaur digs, rivers and waterfalls, and so much more. There is truly something for everyone in the last best place. If you don’t have the map to find what you’re looking for, just ask a friendly local to point you in the right direction.

Responsibilities

The Project Architect serves as the primary liaison for consultants and clients to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget. They are responsible for overseeing the design process, generating technical construction documents, and managing project deliverables and quality control.