Project Architect - Existing Buildings

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Job description

Overview:
At Page, we promise design that makes lives better. We're actively seeking talented people to join an empowered employee environment. Page provides architecture, engineering, interiors and consulting services on large, complex projects around the world. We credit the success of our projects that build communities to the global diversity of our people's backgrounds and experiences. We're seeking highly creative, committed team members to help us deliver on our promise of making lives better through design. As our market sectors and services grow, we continuously add new opportunities. Will you join us?

Responsibilities:
We are hiring a Project Architect - focused on Existing Buildings - for our Albany, NY office. This person will be responsible for the leadership and technical execution of project design, building code and stamping, and technical quality of project documentation. This person may supervise job captains, architects, architectural designers, architectural interns, or drafters at various times on a project.

Plan and conduct work requiring independent judgment in the evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard construction components and systems to execute design intent

May be responsible for stamping and sealing bid documents

Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate detailed phases of professional work in part of a medium scope project or in a total project of smaller scope

Ensure compliance with applicable codes and ADA requirements

Assist the Project Director in developing project staff-hours and planning schedule for his/her aspects of the project

Coordinate the layout, design, drafting, and specifications produced by other architects and technicians who assist in specific assignments

Mentor junior staff; assist in the development of future project architects

In consultation with the Project Director, assist in establishing project design criteria

Through research, study, and consultation with outside consultants and professional societies, keep informed of new developments and systems as they influence the individual's particular field of architectural practice and design

Promote technologies and methodologies to create innovative approaches and improve technical quality of work product; keep abreast of new technologies, changes in building codes, and advances in the industry

Work collaboratively in a cross-discipline environment to produce integrated project documents, and insure integrated design approaches & solutions

Qualifications:
Professional degree in Architecture or equivalent; Undergraduate studies or Graduate studies in Historic Preservation preferred

Must be a Registered Architect

At least 8 years related experience and/or training

Experience in the renovation, rehabilitation and modernization of existing buildings

Experience with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and their application on projects

Experience in coordination with engineering disciplines (M/E/P/FP/S) on the design for sensitively inserting new systems in existing buildings

Requires sound knowledge of basic code principles

Ability to use BIM software

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Ability to lead others and foster teamwork

Ability to use good judgment and make timely decisions

Requires knowledge of basic firm financial metrics related to project management

Proactive management style

Base Compensation: $75,000 - $120,000

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skills and/or location)

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