Are you an experienced architect with a passion for building envelope systems? My client, a well-established architecture and consulting firm, is looking for a Senior Architect to join their Seattle office. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects with a strong focus on building envelope and repair solutions, while mentoring junior staff and contributing to the growth of a collaborative team.
About the Role
As the Senior Architect, you will play a critical role in ensuring the success of building envelope projects, overseeing the preparation and review of architectural drawings with a particular focus on the envelope systems of multifamily, commercial, and healthcare facilities. You will collaborate with both in-house teams and clients to provide expertise on building envelope design, assessment, and repair, contributing to the long-term durability and performance of buildings.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the signing architect for projects, reviewing and approving architectural drawings for the Seattle office with a focus on building envelope systems.
- Provide in-depth reviews of architectural drawings, with particular attention to detailing building envelope systems, ensuring quality and compliance.
- Lead and mentor junior staff to develop their skills in building envelope design, assessment, and repair while maintaining a collaborative, team-focused approach.
- Oversee and contribute to projects with a primary emphasis on building envelope design and repair for multifamily, commercial, and healthcare buildings.
- Apply technical expertise to resolve design and construction challenges related to building envelopes, ensuring compliance with codes, regulations, and best practices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including structural and engineering experts, to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions that address building envelope issues.
Preferred Qualifications
- Licensure as an Architect (Washington State licensure preferred or ability to obtain).
- Extensive experience in reviewing, stamping, and approving architectural drawings, with a focus on building envelope systems.
- Familiarity with building envelope systems and repair methodologies is essential; experience in evaluating and implementing envelope solutions will be highly valued.
- Experience in multifamily, commercial, and healthcare projects, especially those involving building envelope repair or renovation.
- Strong mentoring and leadership skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
- Proficiency in relevant design software and tools.
- Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills.
