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Burns & McDonnell · 2 weeks ago

Senior Architect - Aerospace & Industrial (Florida Region)

Orlando, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is a leading firm in the architecture and engineering industry, seeking a Senior Architect to lead project teams in designing a variety of facilities. The role involves overseeing architectural design from conceptualization to completion, ensuring compliance with standards, and managing client relationships to achieve project goals.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead architectural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers

Develop, modify, and review production drawings for healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, and governmental and military facilities

Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders

Applies expert knowledge of commonly used architectural concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the architectural industry. Compiles studies and reports. Writes specifications

Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find's/develops non-standard design solutions

Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project related data as required by the project managers to verify design compliance with project, client, and industry standards, including constructability

Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of materials

Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients

Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications

Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met

Participate sales and marketing efforts and identify, lead and manage key pursuits

Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance

Prepare, present and manage project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance

Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the architectural practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers

Responsible for QA/QC process adherence

Responsible for effective communication with other architectural teams

Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies

Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff

Responsible for QA/QC process adherence

Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

Architectural DesignBIM (Revit)Building CodesSpecification WritingAdobe Creative Suite3D Rendering SoftwareQuality Assurance/Quality ControlProject ManagementTeam BuildingCommunication SkillsCritical ThinkingAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor Degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program and 8 years related experience

Master Degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program and 7 years related experience

Expert knowledge of standard architectural concepts, including building codes, ADA standards, exterior envelope design, technical detailing, and specification writing

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a problem-solving environment and demonstrate critical thinking skills

Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, and organization

Experience in leading design teams for large, complex projects, delegating tasks, and guiding internal and client groups towards successful design outcomes

Ability to conduct detailed quality reviews of architectural documents

Experience with construction phase activities, including site visits, shop drawing review, and correspondence with contractors and client

Ability to travel

Preferred

Minimum eight years of architectural experience preferred

Registered architect preferred

Portfolio demonstrating design and graphic presentation skills is preferred

Expert software and computer skills preferred, including BIM (Revit), Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D rendering software

Registered Architect Preferred

Company

Burns & McDonnell

Glassdoor4.2

Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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