Project Manager/Project Architect

Serve as architect for a variety of projects within the office. Responsible for duties including the design of architectural projects and preparation of drawings, plans and specifications of project through all phases of design. Responsible for the technical correctness of work performed or supervised. Interact with clients and technical experts. Work with the project design team to provide architectural design solutions that meets the client’s needs.

Essential Duties (Major Responsibilities/Activities):

• Assists principals and project managers on projects and coordinates with project team.
• Works independently and collaboratively within a team setting on architectural projects.
• Performs research, site visits, data collection, sketches and renderings.
• Prepares and supervises the preparation of preliminary studies, sketches and renderings of buildings and structures.
• Prepare and supervises the preparation of information regarding design, materials, color, and opinions of probable cost or construction time.
• Participates in the selection of systems and equipment and their coordination with engineers of record.
• Prepares and supervises the preparation of design drawings, working drawings and specifications for buildings.
• Reviews plans for completeness and accuracy.
• Reviews plans and specifications of buildings and other structures for compliance with zoning, building, plumbing, electrical, fire and health regulations.
• Confers with officials on requirements of projects; makes site surveys to obtain information and other requirements for projects.
• Integrates engineering systems and components into unified design.
• Monitors building permit and LEED compliance process.
• Checks shop drawings for conformity in dimensions, materials and design with contract plans and specifications.
• Conducts periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with plans.
• Respond to contractor issued RFI’s.
• Reviews for accuracy contractor’s pay applications and change proposals.

Nonessential Duties:

• Participation in professional organizations such as AIA, CSI, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

To perform successfully in this position, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties above in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Title to be determined based on candidate experience.

Education/Experience

• Qualified candidates must have a degree in architecture, Bachelor’s in Architecture (BArch) or equivalent.
• Licensed architect preferred. Experience will be considered in lieu of license. Title will change depending on licensure.
• Minimum of five years professional experience is required.
• Experience in coordinating A/E consultants.
• Preferred experience in one or more of the following project types: commercial – office, education, hospitality, and/or multi-family residential.
• Preferred experience in construction administration.
• Experience with State of Hawaii codes and industry standards preferred.

Language Skills

• Advanced written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to present project materials and information clearly and concisely.
• Highly developed organizational skills.

Other Skills

• Sound and diversified knowledge of architectural principles and practices.
• Core knowledge of project delivery, construction codes and regulations, construction documents and building materials.
• Proven collaboration skills and effective contributor to project teams.
• Proficiency in Revit required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD preferred.
• Understand, analyze, interpret and process complex technical information and materials.
• Utilize direct source research techniques, including technical reference documents, government regulations and maps.
• Coordinate effectively with government representatives, project consultants, contractors, & client representatives.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively in a team framework.
• Capable use of MS Office products.
• Demonstrate use of sound discretion and independent judgment.
• Self-motivated/self-directed.

G70 is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer – Veterans & Disability