Project Architect
Are you ready to join a growth-oriented team where creativity meets innovation? At Ware Malcomb, we are a dynamic and forward-thinking design firm committed to pushing the boundaries. Our team-oriented, collaborative approach ensures that every project is a blend of visionary design, seamless project delivery, and we are actively engaged with both the community and the industry. Discover our vibrant culture to get an inside look into life at Ware Malcomb and the programs we offer.
As a Project Architect at Ware Malcomb, you will manage the design development, construction documents, and specification of projects. You will oversee the production of drawing sets while mentoring team members on design strategies and delivery methods. As a licensed architect in your jurisdiction, your quality control and technical skills drive the success of projects.
Your Role
- Work with Ware Malcomb contracted consultants and the client’s consultants to coordinate all of the various trades to achieve a complete set of contract documents and specifications which will be used for building permits and construction.
- Work with the Project Manager to prepare a projection of the project’s schedule and deadlines.
- Manage clash resolution for complex project types.
- Provide construction administration services including site visits, review shop drawings, etc.
- Responsible for local, county, state, and federal project code searches and analysis.
- Represent Ware Malcomb at required jurisdiction public design review or development approval meetings and make project presentations as needed.
- Work with the QC studio and/or peer reviewer to review all contract documents prior to issuance.
- Assist the office lead or studio lead and Project Manager in assembling the consultant team for the project as required; Identify scope of work, collect fees, select consultants, and facilitate contracts.
- Responsible for technical success and the quality of drawings.
- Work with the Specifications Team to create project manuals.
- Review RFI’s and Submittals for consistency with the project drawings.
Qualifications
- Licensed Architect
- 10+ years of professional experience in architecture
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
- Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office
- Experience managing complex projects with large consultant teams
- Background in aviation, hospitality, and large-occupancy projects
- Thorough knowledge of building codes
- Skilled at resolving complex design and technical issues to deliver constructible solutions
- Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, contractors, and suppliers, fostering repeat business
- Committed to integrating sustainable design principles across all projects
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to coordinate complete sets of contract documents
