Healthcare Architect

JRJ Architects, an architecture firm focusing on healthcare architecture, is currently seeking a Healthcare Architect for full-time work in our Portland, OR metro area office. We are looking for an architect to enhance our team’s ability to provide outstanding service to our clients and help us to meet future demands and opportunities.This position is currently in-person. JRJ Architects is an equal opportunity employer. We offer: Competitive compensation Supportive and collaborative team environment Paid Vacation & Paid Sick Time 401(k) retirement savings, with company match Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Basic Group Life and AD&D Insurance Reimbursement for licensure and CEU course fees Professional office space, with great highway access and free parking We Require: Bachelor’s degree in Architecturewith5+ years professional architecture experience designing commercial use buildings required. Professional licensure preferred. Regional Healthcare architecture experience highly preferred. Excellent understanding of architectural principals and best practices including theability to research and stay abreast of new industry developments, trends, and best practices. Knowledgeable of building regulations and AHJs. FGI and NFPAknowledgepreferred. Team management and leadership skills preferred including the ability to effectively lead a team from design through construction. Strong knowledge of building codes, standards, and regulations Visual awareness and an eye for detail. Excellent drawing and design skills Experienceestablishing, growing, and developingclient relationships. Detail oriented and highly organized. Excellent project management skills, with the ability to create, monitor, and adhere to project schedules Ability to work efficiently and switch priorities as needed to manage tasks for multiple projects simultaneously.Ability to work calmly and effectively under deadlines Ability to ensure work and activities are fiscally responsible and meet budget requirements. Effective and professional written & verbal communication skills. Ability to work autonomously and be self-directed. Cooperative & collaborative team member. Ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with all co-workers, clients, consultants, construction agencies, general contractors, users, authorities having jurisdiction, and other business partners. Demonstrates a positive attitude in the office regarding work assignments, teamwork, and company goals. Proficient and efficient in use of AutoCAD/Revit and other industry standard design software applications. Proficient in standard office procedures, software, and communications technology. Primary Job Responsibilities Include: Research, plan, and create high quality and functional designs by hand and using AutoCAD/Revit for assigned building projects. Produce professional quality conceptual plans, renderings, and associated documents. Work collaboratively with the project team to create functional and esthetically pleasing designs which meet client needs. Coordinate and integrate engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval. Assistin research and coordination of materials and products for project specifications. Troubleshoot issues as they arise and develop creative and effective solutions in collaboration with the design team. Oversee red-line changes and document revisions as necessary. Write and present reports, proposals, transmittals and permits. Conduct site visits and document conditions/progress reports during the design and construction phases of assigned projects. Ensure design meets all applicable codes and standards. Interface with code enforcing agencies and construction officials during the permitting and construction phase of the project. Collaborate and coordinate with consultants, construction agencies, general contractors, users, and authorities having jurisdiction to ensure successful completion of projects within established budget and timeframe. Process submittals, substitution requests, and RFI’s during construction if necessary. Maintain appropriate records for project phases in accordance with establishedfirm and industry standards. Ensure all project activities are budget responsible and meet established schedule and deadlines. Participate in marketing efforts, proposals, presentations, and new client interviews as needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr JRJ Architects, llc