Architect - senior - tech consulting

Job DescriptionAt 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 Senior Architectural Designer to join our talented team at our office located in Blue Bell, PA. In this role, you will work with a team of Designers, Architects, and Engineers to assist with the design and development of architectural projects in an effort to help meet or exceed the expectations of the client.Additional ResponsibilitiesCorrects and updates design documents.Reviews drawings and documents to assure compliance with company design and production standards.Proactively alerting team members of a project design change which may affect time and costs of the project.Keeps Project Team aware of workload and requests additional resources and work assignments ahead of schedule.Works with equipment suppliers/vendors to obtain the necessary information needed for design completion.Research equipment selection from catalogs under the direction of the Architect.Ensure acceptable levels of quality and checks for coordination of work to assure documents reflect design intent and necessary coordination.Support 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.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 ensure compliance with company design and production standards.Ability to work as a team member and capable of interpreting the Project Architect's design requests.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 & Requirements8+ years of previous architectural design office experience.Must be highly proficient in the use of Autodesk Revit and possess a strong understanding of BIM workflows.Experience and knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing system design and how these systems integrate into architectural designs.Has an adequate understanding of building codes and specification interpretation.Can juggle more than one project at a time.Bachelor of Architecture (B.Work EnvironmentMust be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying working conditions.TravelThis position will require 5-20% travel or as required by the assigned project.You may be assigned to a 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 must adhere to stated safety rules.Must have the ability to travel and commute on a daily or routine basis.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 UsIPS, 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. 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. SpecialtiesProcess 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.