Job Description
Job Title: Project Architect – Senior Living
Job Location: Hamilton, NJ/ Philadelphia, PA/ Springfield, PA/ Maitland, FL
Job Type: Hybrid –
Job Description
- Collaboratively evaluate, select, and apply architectural techniques, procedures, and modifications for assigned projects.
- Perform architectural assignments after receiving general instructions and project scope from the Project Manager/Associate Principal/Principal.
- Participate in all phases of a project, including design and Quality Control.
- Mentor and supervise lesser experienced team members.
- Oversee and/or coordinate activities with outside engineers and consultants.
- Construction administration or coordination with construction managers/administrators; review of shop drawings.
- Run and coordinate job meetings assuring that all meeting tasks are assigned and completed to meet deadlines.
- May assist Project Manager(s) and above with preparation of cost and quantity estimates.
- May be requested to attend networking functions and participate in business development activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Design Expertise In Senior Living
- Experience designing for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing facilities.
- Knowledge of designing spaces that promote safety, accessibility, and comfort for residents.
- Knowledge of how aging impacts mobility, vision, and cognition, and how design can address these challenges.
- Familiarity with building codes, FGI (Federal Guidelines Institute), ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) regulations, and local/state licensing requirements for senior living facilities.
- Familiarity with trends in senior living, such as small-house, person-centered design, hospitality, intergenerational living and wellness-focused environments.
Education, Experience, Skill Sets
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture from an accredited university/college.
- Architectural License in the United States; eligibility for reciprocity is preferred.
- LEED or equivalent designation in sustainable design desired but will support to obtain accreditation.
- Minimum of Five years of architectural experience.
- Ability to develop preliminary designs.
- Ability to apply required building codes to projects.
- Ability to produce specifications.
- Ability to apply sound project management principles to meet deadlines and profitability targets.
- Possess thorough knowledge of Design and Construction Documents.
- Possess an in-depth understanding of the design of most building systems and types. Masonry and Steel experience preferred.
- Proficiency in Revit/BIM, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Bluebeam, Adobe Suite, Windows, and Microsoft Office products required.
- Enscape preferred but will train.