Project Architect

Perkins&Will AtlantaStudio is looking for a Project Architect with 8+ years of experience in complex projects and sound business acumen to join our growing practice! We are looking for someone who is a champion of the design process, technically excellent, with Revit and 3D software expertise. This technical leader will collaborate with and lead the consultant and project teams to successful outcomes for our clients.Years of Requisite Experience: 8-10+ yearsProfessional Licensure: RequiredFor full consideration, please include a portfolio with your resume, either as a link or a PDF of work samples. Applications without a portfolio may not be fully considered.Responsibilities: Understands all aspects of the design process and project complexities to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, project management, execution and living design.Understands and responds to technical implications, design decisions and project financial goals.Coordinates project documentation development and the production of deliverable drawings and specifications.Reviews deliverables at each phase for conformance with firm standards, contractual obligations and project design intent, with a focus on quality, accuracy, legibility, completeness and constructability.Responsible for addressing Quality Control review comments at each phase.Manages project Quality Assurance and adherence with Perkins&Will standards.Leads project coordination efforts among internal disciplines (architecture, interior design, landscape architecture) and with external consultants.Communicates with clients related to project technical matters.Administers project regulatory reviews (building code, accessibility, zoning) and coordination with, and submission to, authorities having jurisdiction.Leads construction contract administration responsibilities including: submittal review and response, RFI review and response, field observation and reporting and project closeout.Maintains awareness of evolving building technology and engineering systems relevant to project work.Contributes to project marketing pursuits, proposal preparation and interviews.Participates in design reviews, charettes and pin-ups.Demonstrates strong and effective communication, decision making and collaboration, which inspires high team performance.Mentors staffProficiencies:Building, zoning, energy and zoning codesSite analysisPreliminary design studiesContract documentsSpecificationsConstruction contract administrationProject team organization and managementConsultant coordinationConstruction techniques, system assemblies and material selectionClient communicationSoftware Skills:Advanced RevitConceptual and computational modeling tools such as Rhino, including Grasshopper scriptingMicrosoft Office and 365Adobe Creative Cloud (including presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop)Visualization tools such as Enscape, Lumion and VRayPhysical modeling tools such as 3D Printing and Laser cuttingEnvironmental Analysis software such as Pollination Ladybug and Climate StudioLicensure/Certifications/Education:LEED GA within 6 months of hireProfessional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future AccreditationArchitectural licenseBachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required#LI-MR1Job SummaryRequisition Number: PROJE005957Job Category: ArchitectureSchedule: Full-Time