Architectural Designer III

Architectural Designer III LinkedIn Twitter Email Message Share Category Architecture All Locations Pittsburgh, PA Tracking Code 26657 Position Type Full-Time/Regular Job Description Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,800 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined architecture, engineering, information technology, and related services for K-12 schools, higher education, and to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #76 on the Architectural Records list of the Top 300 Architecture Firms. JMT Architecture and Clark Nexsen come together as part of dynamic, forward-thinking architecture and engineering practice driven by a shared purpose: to shape environments that elevate communities and spark meaningful progress. The union of these two respected firms brings together a powerful depth of experience, a broad geographic reach, and a culture rooted in design excellence. Position summary: The Architectural Designer III is a senior architectural professional who independently delivers a wide range of architectural assignments for projects of medium to large size and complexity. The role provides technical leadership on defined aspects of complex projects, coordinating with project teams to develop appropriate design solutions. The Architectural Designer III applies advanced technical proficiency and sound design judgment while supporting quality control, producing client-facing presentation materials, and presenting technical and design solutions to clients as needed. Essential Functions and Responsibilities 1. Participate in the concept design and provides full support through the entire project 2. Applies advanced architectural concepts and design methods to develop quality design solutions 3. Collaborate with designers, consultants, and staff to produce architectural drawings, construction documentation, and visualizations that meet client goals and comply with applicable standards, codes, and project requirements using industrystandard software tools 4. Develops and represents lead technical viewpoints on projects 5. Coordinates with project leadership on appropriate technical solutions and product strategies 6. Develop and coordinate architectural specifications to align with construction documents and technical requirements 7. Conduct code research and summarize requirements that inform design decisions, coordination, and documentation 8. Perform quality control reviews throughout the phases of design to support technical accuracy and documentation quality 9. Develop client presentation material, meeting documentation, reports, etc. 10. Presents directly to the client on technical and design solutions 11. Provide technical guidance to less experienced architects/architectural staff 12. Participate in ongoing professional development activities and demonstrate a commitment to building technical expertise, professional judgment, and continued growth within the firm 13. May serve in a supporting BIM leadership capacity (e.g., BIM Job Captain) by assisting with model coordination, BIM standards application, and documentation workflows, depending on project needs and experience level Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities 1. Perform other related duties as assigned Required Experience 1. B.Arch or M.Arch degree from an NAAB accredited Architecture program 2. 10+ years of related architecture experience and 2+ years executing projects of medium to large size 3. Proficient with computer-assisted design and graphic software such as Revit, Rhino, Enscape, Adobe Creative Cloud, AutoCAD, Sketch-Up, etc. 4. Proficient with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 5. Understanding of basic codes and sustainability requirements 6. Understanding of Building Programming 7. Knowledge of Buildin Information Modeling (BIM) Qualifications Preferred 1. M.Arch degree from an NAAB accredited Architecture program 2. Actively pursuing Professional Architect License 3. LEED AP accreditation preferred 4. Experience in architectural practice in education, transportation, aviation, community, federal, or a related market 5. Exposure to environmental analysis applications such as Climate Studio, Sefaira, Insight360, and Lady Bug/Honeybee Working Conditions Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Travel to JMT locations and project sites is required as needed. #LI-JL1 Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity