Architect II

Architect II

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a dedicated Architect II to join our talented team at our office located in Emeryville, CA.

In this role, you will evaluate, select, and apply architectural techniques, procedures, and modifications. You will work directly with clients to select and recommend procedures and develop preliminary designs. You will also be responsible for working in all phases of the architectural process. When in a project team environment, you will supervise your team members who may consist of Architect I, Architectural Designer I, II, and Senior Architectural Designer.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assess the requirements of a project, break a project into tasks, and work with a Project Manager to determine the scope of work, budget, and staffing.
• Correct and update design documents. Develops solutions to design problems.
• Reviews drawings and documents to assure compliance with company, regulatory agencies, and production standards.
• Lead or, at times, assist in the development of design documentation for the following design phases: programming, master planning, schematic (Concept), preliminary (BOD), and construction documentation (Detailed Design).
• Leads Architectural construction administration activities such as preparing bulletins, construction sketches, submittal review, and RFI responses, as well as performing on-site observations and field support when called upon.
• Proactively alerting team members of a project design change that may affect the time and costs of the project.
• Capable of recognizing the design support abilities of the team and empowering those to have opportunities to elevate their design capabilities through my challenging assignments.
• Keeps the Project Team aware of workload and requests additional resources and work assignments ahead of schedule
• Ensures project specifications are delivered with company quality standards and are delivered on time as required by the client.
• Capable of developing "Workplans" and computing hours and deliverables needed to complete design tasks
• Works with equipment suppliers/vendors to obtain the necessary information needed for design completion.
• Interacts with clients to secure scope and design intent.
• Research equipment selection from catalogs as needed for the project.
• Ensure acceptable levels of quality and checks for coordination of work to assure documents reflect design intent and necessary coordination
• Coordinates architectural design work with related engineering disciplines. Attend job and construction meetings and participate in the coordination of the work
• Assists the design team with design solutions by having the ability to interpret drawing mark-up drawings and execute changes on the project based on such mark-ups
• Uses Revit to develop architectural design documentation that aligns with company BIM/CAD standards.
• Reviews drawings and documents to assure compliance with company design and production standards.
• Ability to work as a team member and capable of interpreting the Project Architect's design requests.
• Participate in architectural design work, coordinating with related engineering disciplines.
• Supports and/or leads field visits and site surveys when requested by the Architect
• Capable of creating renderings, generating diagrams, and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 5+ years of architectural office experience or equivalent as a Registered Architect (RA).
• Bachelor's Degree; Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) degree with NAAB Accreditation is required.
• Ability to interpret a building program and generate varied design concepts. Knowledge of building and zoning codes and is capable of interpreting project specifications.
• +4 years of Life Sciences Industry experience required.
• Must be highly proficient in the use of Autodesk Revit and possess a strong understanding of BIM workflows.
• Ample experience and knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing system design and how these systems integrate into architectural designs.
• The ability to exhibit and develop strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proven team player with strong time management skills; must be able to juggle more than one project at a time.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods.
• Must possess the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required.
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to climb ladders as necessary.

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying working conditions.
• Must be able to adhere to strict cleanroom gowning protocol.

Travel

• This position will have 5-20% travel, or as required by the assigned project. Position may be assigned to the client site for an extended period.
• Overnight travel or staying in the city of the Client's location is possible, depending on the assignment.
• Please review the IPS Travel Policy.
• You will visit Client sites and will be required to adhere to stated safety rules.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.
• Must have the ability to travel and commute on a daily or routine basis.

Safety

• This position is a safety-sensitive position.
• The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

About Us

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. Integration is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That's only possible when we care as much as our clients do.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV, and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.