Assistant to the President - Higher Ed. jobs in Portland, ME

This Opportunity

WSP, an award winning and innovative multi-disciplinary consulting firm, is looking for a Studio Lead - Higher Education, Vice President, Architecture to join our team in Portland, ME.  Be involved in projects with our Higher Education Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Provides local technical assistance for the design, conceptual development, and construction of building projects in the public and private sector.  Tasks may include conceptually visualizing projects, preparing drawings, specifications, budgets, and construction documents, and developing and presenting design proposals.  Leads architectural project team in generating accurate and concise drawings, renderings, and documentation.  Manages responsibilities, deliverables, and client relationships with a level of quality that exceeds industry standards.  Talent and diligence are essential in meeting our client’s objectives, goals and challenges. If this sounds like a fit for you, we’d love to have that discussion of you joining our team.

WSP employees actively champion Inclusion & Diversity programs and initiatives throughout the country at the national, regional, and local levels. Here in the Northeast region, we act on the company’s inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging principles through a variety of committees that partner with professional organizations, lead STEM outreach in our communities, facilitate regular learning opportunities through Lunch & Learn discussions and weekly “Inclusion & Diversity Moments,” and promote Inclusion & Diversity throughout the office through a variety of initiatives designed to reduce bias and raise awareness. Upper management supports these initiatives and all employees are invited to join their local councils or apply to become an “Inclusion & Diversity Ambassador,” which brainstorm and implement the various initiatives and programs.  

You Impact

• Direct, facilitate, and support multidisciplinary project teams through all phases of project development.
• Work closely with engineering design teams and project managers in the creation and development of overall design and building systems concepts for new buildings as well as renovation projects.
• Provide technical project leadership, supervise the preparation of architectural deliverables, and check for accuracy regarding project requirements, constructability, and code compliance.
• Exercise independent judgement in evaluating, selecting and applying standard and latest architectural design techniques, procedures and criteria.
• Manage and support staff development, attracting, mentoring, and coaching junior and mid-level staff.
• Contribute to on-going improvement of our project delivery standards, to ensure a high quality of work is consistently delivered.
• Strengthen WSP’s relationships with existing clients and assist in pursuing new work by leveraging existing relationships in the market and developing new clients.
• Have a leadership presence in the industry and support business development.
• Remain current in latest architecture techniques and practices.
• Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide “trusted advisor” service and future ready solutions for clients. 
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program.
• Registered Architect in the US.
• 12 years of architecture and design experience with a strong background designing multiple building typologies of varying scale. 
• Previous work with higher education projects.
• Experience coordinating planning and design with process architects and engineers.
• Strong knowledge of design, industry advancements, construction methodology, and sustainable design practices.
• Demonstrated capability and interest to work in support of engineering-driven projects as well as architecturally driven projects.
• Demonstrated ability to perform thorough technical reviews in support of the office’s Quality Control program.
• Effective technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent leadership, collaboration, and team-building skills.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters in Architecture or a closely related field.
• NCARB certificate holder.
• LEED and/or WELL Accredited Professional.
• State, local, and federal government experience, especially DoD.
• Campus master planning and project programming experience.
• BIM experience.

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