The ideal candidate will contribute to our team by:
- Leading project analysis, project profile, and site analysis during initial phase of project development.
- Developing knowledge of zoning ordinances & entitlement process.
- Assisting and/or leading the Project Team Kick-off Meeting and Collaborative Design Workshops.
- Effectively executing project scope, objectives, requirements, schedule, hours budget, and resources from schematic through construction document phases independently or directing a small team.
- Preparing and developing plan sets using Revit. Ensuring drawings are being assembled correctly.
- Creating, developing, and revising construction documents using Revit including directing others in the development of construction documents.
- Researching and developing details to be considered by the standard details committee.
- Researching and identifying materials.
- Mentoring others on how to create construction details and how to review shop drawings.
- Leading the collaboration of General Contractor/Estimator, Quality Control, subcontractors, and suppliers for development of cost effective and constructible solutions for design issues.
- Incorporating other disciplines designs. Ensuring effective project collaboration between disciplines (e.g. MEP and Structural.)
- Independently reviewing shop drawings.
- Responding to plan holds and requests for information.
- Serving as a contact for the field during construction administration. Resolving field issues as they come up. Creating Construction Bulletins and addressing RFIs.
- Performing quality control reviews for projects.
- Communicating with Studio Managers, KBA stakeholders, clients, contractors, and subcontractors on a frequent basis about project status.
- Maintaining consultant relationships.
- Developing and/or continuously improving client relationships.
- Maintaining professional and technical knowledge.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Associates or bachelor’s degree in architecture is preferred. Experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
- 8+ years of experience in a similar role is required.
- 8+ years of previous experience with Revit is required.
- Previous experience in KBA’s project type is preferred.
- Knowledge of building code requirements is required.
- The ability to work collaboratively with other team members is required.
- The ability to lead and manage projects through your own work and directing the team’s work is required.
- Strong organizational and communication skills are required.
- Basic computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office) are required.
- Strong creative problem-solving skills and a high attention to detail is required.
- Excellent communication skills, including listening, writing, and speaking, are required.
- The ability to develop working relationships with Consultants, Clients, and General Contractors is required.
- The ability to interpret and translate building and design requirements into construction documents is required.
- Outstanding customer service skills when interacting with internal and external customers are required.
- The ability to effectively train and mentor less seasoned team members is preferred.
- Wisconsin Driver License is required.
- State licensure or pursuing licensure is preferred.
- AIA and/or NCARB preferred.
In exchange for your talents, we offer competitive pay and benefits in a fun, relaxed, and collaborative atmosphere. We are consistently interested in fostering professional growth and development. This is an in-office opportunity (no remote option) allowing for mentorship opportunities. Every Thursday, we conclude our day with an offsite outing to have some laughs – come join us! Please direct your resume, pay requirements, and portfolio to aaddison@knothebruce.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
