Project Architect (Higher Education)

Project Architect (Student Housing & Higher Education Studio)

Lawrence Group is a place for dreamers.

That’s a quality we look for in our clients – and in our employees. These dreams – these ideas – inspire us. They move us forward. From the very beginning, we’ve built our culture to encourage this kind of thinking. We’ve never been about ego or hierarchy. And our approach is not about raw beauty or creativity. It’s about finding new ways to bring people together. Helping our clients make what they do more relevant, more impactful, and above all, more meaningful, for all.

Lawrence Group is a building design, development, and project delivery firm headquartered in St. Louis with offices in Austin, Florida, and New York. With 170+ employees, Lawrence Group offers architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, furniture procurement, and graphic design services to a wide variety of clients, including housing, hospitality, healthcare, academic, and retail.

This position will adhere to Lawrence Group’s core values:

• Legendary: We strive to be legendary, from the service we provide to our impact on the community.
• Innovation:  We’re driven by ideas and creativity. We take calculated risks and embrace opportunities.
• Growth:  We seek sustainable growth for our clients, our organization, and our employees.
• Heart:  We lead with heart. We celebrate, appreciate and care for each other.
• Trust:  We rely on trust to pursue excellence. We speak honestly, act transparently and honor our commitments.

Lawrence Group is seeking Project Architects to assist with our growing Higher Education project needs in our St. Louis office.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in architectural design, project management, and a proven track record of delivering successful projects in the student housing and higher education markets. They will play a key role in working on the project team and ensuring the successful execution of projects from concept through completion.

The key responsibilities include:

• Assist in the design and development of student housing and higher education projects from concept through construction administration, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their goals and requirements, and translate them into innovative design solutions that exceed expectations.
• Collaborate with project teams, including architects, designers, engineers, and consultants, to ensure effective communication, coordination, and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct site visits, assessments, and analysis to inform design decisions and ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and industry & campus standards.
• Prepare and present design concepts, drawings, renderings, and presentations to clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Lead the preparation of construction documents, specifications, and bid packages, and coordinate with contractors and vendors during the construction and design phase.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and schedules, and proactively identify and address any issues or risks that may impact project outcomes.
• Foster a creative and collaborative work environment, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the continuous improvement of architectural processes and practices.
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to higher education design, sustainability, and building performance.
• Requires high level of understanding of technical aspects of the project as well as accessibility requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture from an accredited institution.
• Licensed Architect with 10-15 years of experience in design and architecture preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects from concept to completion.
• Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and other relevant design software.
• Strong design sensibility and a portfolio showcasing innovative and creative student housing and higher education projects.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with clients, consultants, and project teams.
• Proven leadership abilities, with experience leading project teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of building codes, regulations, and standards related to higher education design, as well as sustainable design principles and practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to think critically and analytically.
• LEED accreditation and/or other relevant certifications are a plus.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position may lead and mentor staff if assigned.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment with hybrid schedule capability. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers.

Physical Demands

This position requires no minimum ability to lift, bend or stand.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work vary.

Travel

Moderate travel is expected for this position.

Recruitment Firm Disclaimer:

Lawrence Group is not accepting resumes or candidate submissions from recruitment or staffing agencies at this time. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted to Lawrence Group without a signed agreement in place will be considered the property of Lawrence Group, and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for those candidates.

Lawrence Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.