The Architect is responsible for the planning and design of a variety of building projects for industrial clients. Project types include code searches (general & for hazardous areas), design and planning of new buildings or the renovation of existing buildings, laboratories, offices, and research & production spaces. Responsibilities for this position also include production of construction documents (drawings & specifications). Required skills include an in depth understanding of codes for hazardous areas in industrial settings along with space planning & design for industrial spaces. This position provides technical knowledge in the architectural discipline and assists colleagues in solving complex design problems through state-of-the-art technology such as Building Information Modeling (Revit) and other visualization tools such as SketchUp, Rhino 3D, 3DS Max, etc.
Responsibilities
- 3-20 years of experience providing architectural design and construction document preparation and comprehensive construction administration as part of a professional architecture/engineering firm for Industrial projects at a minimum. Experience with building design in other market types is a plus.
- Ability to recommend best value design which meets client requirements for intended use as well as operability, reliability, maintainability, and safety in an industrial setting.
- Able to provide conceptual design planning to help clients understand the implications of proposed plant renovations through use of AutoCad/Revit.
- Able to generate design documentation, construction documents, and renderings utilizing 3D software (Revit, others)
- Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (IBC, NFPA, ADA, etc.)
- Develops designs and produces drawings and specifications to define the architectural scope of projects
- Able to work with all design team disciplines, including outside consultants, to achieve a fully coordinated project.
- Performs specialized investigations such as existing conditions verification and participates in comparisons of building system alternatives.
- Applies architectural theories, concepts, principles, and processes to provide solutions to complex design projects
- May assist in the review of the technical evaluation of construction bids received from contractors
- May participate, from time to time, in support of business development activities and provide support and input for client proposals, SOQs, and presentations
Qualifications
- Architecture degree from an accredited US Architectural Program
- Proficiency in AutoCAD/Revit/BIM 360 required
- Licensed as an architect in the state of Illinois
- Familiarity with code requirements for spaces in Industrial settings.
- NCARB Certification is a plus
- LEED AP Accreditation is a plus
- Eligibility to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
Skills Required
- 3-20 years of architectural design, construction document preparation, and construction administration experience in a professional architecture/engineering firm.
- Architecture degree from an accredited US architectural program.
- Licensed as an architect in the state of Illinois.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
- Proficiency with rendering and 3D visualization tools (e.g., SketchUp, Rhino 3D, 3DS Max).
- Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (IBC, ADA, etc.).
- Ability to produce space planning, conceptual design, construction documents, and provide construction administration services.
- Ability to coordinate with all design team disciplines and outside consultants.
- Eligibility to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
- NCARB Certification.
- LEED AP Accreditation.
What We Do
Valdes Architecture & Engineering is a multidisciplinary firm specializing in engineering, architecture, and project management with an expert focus on technical excellence. Since 1992, the company has provided quality deliverables and personalized solutions to clients in the Oil & Gas, Utilities, Chemicals, Life Sciences, and Transportation markets. As a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise, Valdes offers both short-term and long-term technical and project management staff augmentation services.
