Project Architect / Project Manager
Sweet Sparkman Architecture & Interiors (SSAI) is a growing and dynamic design firm headquartered in Sarasota, Florida. We are seeking a design-oriented Project Architect / Project Manager to be an integral part of our team.
Classification: Full-time, salaried. Reports to Firm Principals.
Summary: The Project Manager performs senior-level architectural design, documentation, and project management activities.
Job Duties:
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Communicates and develops designs with Firm Principals, client, other architects, engineers, and designers. Develops and produces presentation documents.
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Coordinates the preparation of and reviews final drawings, specifications, and documents before submittals. Coordinates the submission of project documents to jurisdictional agencies.
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Oversees the production and delivery of a full set of Construction Documents and Specifications.
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Checks CDs for completeness, accuracy, and coordination among disciplines.
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Coordinates with consultants on building elements and solutions.
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Assists client as required in the bidding process by preparing bid documents, answering the Contractor’s RFIs, and coordinating the preparation of addenda to the bid documents.
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Manages the project schedules; manages multiple projects simultaneously.
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Communicates with team members of other disciplines to answer questions or resolve significant problems regarding construction documents.
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Participates in the development of budget and fee proposals.
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Provides mentoring, management, and drawing supervision of junior staff members.
- Well-rounded skill set that includes technical, design, and project management capabilities.
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Strong understanding of how to analyze a site to determine constraints on site development; provide critical analysis of code and zoning issues.
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Extensive understanding of building systems; construction materials, methods and standards, structural principles, and building codes.
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Strong documentation and field observation skills with an understanding of how documents translate to contractors.
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Strong graphic and visualization skills.
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Able to ascertain the level of detail needed on a drawing set based on the level of complexity of the project.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Professional Degree in Architecture
- Licensure or minimum 10 years work experience
- Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, and MS Office
- Proficiency in 3D visualization software (Lumion, Enscape, Sketchup, Rhino) and Adobe Suite a plus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent time management
Benefits:
- Flexible work environment: In-office MWF; Remote allowed TuTh
- Health insurance, 401K, Annual Bonus, and 401K Profit Sharing
Resume and portfolio required. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
Disclaimer: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.