RBPRSLLC is looking for candidates to fill the position of Licensed Project Architect. On-Site position in Milwaukee, WI. No visa sponsorships supported, no agencies please.
 

Top reasons to work for our client:

• Collaborative Team and respected leadership.
• Inclusive Workplace with growth opportunities.
• 100% employer paid medical/dental/vision benefits
• Flexible hours, company-sponsored social events, an educational assistance program, and 3% contributions to your retirement plan.

What you will be doing:

• Lead the technical design of projects, understanding all aspects of the project and their interrelation.
• Prepare design and construction documents.
• Consult with manufacturers, research and evaluate materials.
• Create interior and exterior details with a demonstrated knowledge in building codes, industry best practices, and specifications.
• Develop work plans, assign tasks, and direct and review the work of Job Captains and Architectural Associates.
• Manage project budget and schedule to meet client and ACS goals.
• Provide technical code assistance to the team.
• Coordinate with engineering consultants, communicate project requirements and schedules, and review their drawings.
• Research requirements for entitlements and plan review submittals to the authorities having jurisdiction and prepare those submittals.
• Review projects with permitting officials and address review comments.
• Assist in construction administration including responding to RFIs, preparing sketches and addenda, visiting the construction site and/or preparing a punch list.
• Communicate with all levels including the owner, contractor, and other stakeholders.
• Assist in estimating time required to complete a task or project and to develop fees for client RFPs.
• Maintain project files.
• Compile record CD file of drawings at project milestones.
• Document all communications with outside parties.
• Document and distribute all critical project information to appropriate team members and outside parties.
• Provide information, developmental support, and training to team members.
• Utilize established office training processes and procedures designed to expand the knowledge and enhance the skills of the project team members.
• Some travel required for site surveys, field visits, and meetings.

Experience you will need:

• Graduated with a NAAB-Accredited degree in Architecture.
• Licensed project architect in a minimum of one state.
• Ten plus years of United States architectural experience working in a production role on hotel, restaurant, retail, and/or senior living projects.
• 20 plus years of architectural firm experience (Preferred).
• High degree of experience coordinating with other consultants and permitting officials.
• Advanced level AutoCAD (Required).
• Revit: 2+ years (Required), 5+ years (Preferred).
• SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Lumion proficiency (or other similar rendering software).
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Bluebeam proficiency.
• Self-motivated with a high level of accountability.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Attention to detail and solid understanding of construction means and methods.
• Able to present comfortably to and build trust with clients, review boards, and other stakeholders.
• Highly organized.
• Solid understanding of building code requirements.
• Can create technically sound building details.
• Ability to understand and prepare specifications.
• Understanding of engineering concepts and ability to discuss them with consultants and owners.
• Understands client programs in order to translate them into appropriate building designs.
• Expertise in one or more project types - Retail, Hospitality, Senior Living.

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000/year