Senior Architect

Role Overview:

Senior Architect

Key Responsibilities:

1. Architectural Design Leadership

• Develop conceptual and schematic designs aligned with the client’s vision and site constraints.
• Oversee detailed design development, ensuring architectural integrity, creativity, and feasibility.
• Incorporate innovative and sustainable design principles into building plans.
• Review and approve architectural drawings, models, and specifications prepared by junior staff or consultants.
• Ensure designs comply with local zoning regulations, building codes, accessibility standards (e.g., ADA), fire safety, and environmental regulations.

2. Project Coordination & Oversight

• Manage and coordinate design efforts across various disciplines (structural, MEP, landscape, etc.).
• Liaise regularly with project managers, civil engineers, and construction managers to ensure alignment between design and construction execution.
• Lead coordination meetings, design reviews, and milestone deliverables.

3. Client Engagement & Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the client on design-related matters.
• Translate client requirements into actionable architectural solutions.
• Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and visualizations to communicate design concepts effectively.

4. Site Supervision & Construction Support

• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor design implementation, quality of workmanship, and adherence to specifications.
• Address field issues and provide architectural clarification or revisions as required during construction.
• Collaborate with contractors to resolve unforeseen site or design conflicts quickly and effectively.

5. Quality Assurance & Risk Management

• Implement design review processes to detect and mitigate risks early in the project.
• Enforce quality standards in design documentation and construction practices.
• Review project deliverables to ensure completeness, accuracy, and consistency.

6. Team Leadership & Mentoring

• Lead and mentor junior architects, interns, and support staff.
• Facilitate internal training, knowledge sharing, and performance reviews.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proficiency in architectural design software (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, etc.)
• Deep understanding of construction methods, materials and structural systems
• Strong knowledge of local building codes
• Excellent communication written and spoken, leadership, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Handled large scale architectural project from Conception to Completion
• A keen eye for detail, as well as the ability to see the bigger picture of a project.
• Be able to work calmly under pressure and lead, inspire and motivate teams.
• Be able to lead and manage Architectural and multidisciplinary projects within budget.
• Eager to work on large-scale/township projects
• Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modelling) practices

Qualifications (Typical):

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Architecture
• 10+ years of experience in an Architectural Design firm including leadership role.
• Proven portfolio of successfully delivered construction projects