Senior Architect - Industrial/Project - Federal Team

The Opportunity

In this role you will have the responsibility to:  

• Function as a technical specialist in a lead architectural role.  
• Independently develop and apply advanced architectural techniques, concepts and approaches to unique architectural problems. 
• Contribute to execution planning and project scope development, including level of effort and project deliverable definition. 
• Serve as a technical Subject Matter Expert specialist, providing knowledge and expertise for Manufacturing projects. 
• Facilitate development of internal standards, procedures and details. 

The Team

The Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp. has its mission to provide a full range of services to our primary client base - U.S. Government agencies and departments. With the unique skill sets we have developed during the 100- plus years of service to our U.S. Government agencies client base, we are able to provide one-of-a-kind solutions to complex mission objectives that arise out of specific challenges faced by and unique to these agencies. Our primary areas of focus are: Architecture/Engineering (A/E) Services, Defense Program, Design/Build, Classified, and Environmental.

This position will be based out of a Black & Veatch office location for Federal Employees: Kansas City, Arlington (VA), Denver, or Atlanta.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting with identification of key client requirements and drivers on moderately complex projects. 
• Communicates client requirements and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work on moderately complex projects. 
• Lead larger production teams; coordinating multiple discipline activity; and serving as the responsible charge for a project 
• Prepares a variety of complex architectural deliverables for larger or multiple projects 
• Actively coordinate with all other internal/external team members on moderately complex projects 
• Performs complex research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection 
• Oversees collection, assimilation, and management of data for architectural work 
• Prepares architectural calculations following standard methods and principles 
• Manages assigned budget, schedule, and quality requirements 
• Independently apply advanced techniques and analysis problems and methods 
• Equally comfortable receiving feedback and guidance, as well as providing guidance and direction to more junior architectural staff 
• Provides guidance and direction on department design guides, standards, systems, applicable codes and Black and Veatch policies 
• Assists in developing, maintaining and updating architectural standards   
• Provides technical guidance to others regarding projects and disciplines  
• Independently applies knowledge and complies with Black and Veatch quality program relative to assigned tasks   
• Provides related guidance and direction to others  
• Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts  
• Performs complex research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection  
• May provide support to business development or pursuit activities  
• Serves as a technical specialist and has knowledge and skill set to provide consultation and guidance to project teams in a particular practice area  
• Typically supports multiple projects on the complex technical challenges  
• Develops and applies advanced concepts and approaches to unique architectural problems  
• Administrative responsibilities may include office administration, career planning, and learning and development. 
• Ensures policies, procedures, and processes are effectively implemented and communicated for workgroup  
• Ensures adherence to corporate and division programs  
• May approve timesheets and expense reports  

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in Revit 
• Licensed as a registered architect 
• Experience with Commercial/Industrial projects with diverse requirements especially focused on manufacturing facilities, such as Food & Bev, Pharma, Semiconductor, or Consumer Goods 
• Advanced knowledge of architectural design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to assigned architectural discipline 
• Intermediate knowledge of other facility disciplines, with extensive experience in coordination 
• Proven track record of working with clients to understand unique constraints and developing creative solutions 
• Advanced ability to interpret architectural deliverable content as assigned 
• Intermediate industry knowledge and technology trends 
• Intermediate knowledge of construction and constructability practices and principles 
• Intermediate knowledge of procurement and contract administration 
• Working knowledge of process and procedures for project controls and estimating 
• Intermediate knowledge of technical aspects of the proposal process 
• Intermediate knowledge of management techniques and administrative practices  

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in architecture from an NAAB or a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
• Typically, a minimum of 11 years related work experience.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. 

Certifications

• Requires a professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country or be in active pursuit of such registration. 

Work Environment and Schedule

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.