Architect

Architect. Responsible for developing detailed specifications, drawings and architectural design plans for buildings and structures in conformity with project requirements for clients in the industrial, transit, transportation, aviation, education, and commercial sectors. Work with project management to determine design approach and criteria to be followed for assigned architectural projects; conduct investigations, studies, and architectural analysis; develop design calculations for details, plans and specifications; prepare quantity calculations and developing cost estimates; perform quality control review of construction documents; apply sustainable design principles; ensure conformance with standards, established architectural practices, applicable codes COMAR, IBC, IECC, IEBC, NFPA, IgCC, and technical adequacy of design and construction; review shop drawings and Requests for Information (RFIs) during construction; conduct site visits and monitor work of junior architectural staff. Duties include extensive utilization of specialized computer software applications including AutoCAD, Revit and MicroStation as design tools and to solve complex architectural problems. Position requires approximately 50% of travel time to project sites within District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia area. Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree in architecture, followed by minimum five years of progressive experience in the position offered, or five years of progressive experience as an architect or architectural associate for industrial, aviation, education, commercial and LEED certification projects, including: preparing design and construction drawings using AutoCAD and Revit; developing project specifications and identifying suitable products/building materials; participating in building code analysis and ensure conformity with applicable codes COMAR, IBC, IECC, IEBC, NFPA, IgCC; developing construction details, building sections and elevations; reviewing document submittals; conducting site visits; supervising architectural drafters; and completing architectural design documents. Architect license for State of Maryland and LEED Accredited Professional Certification are required. Full benefits package. Position eligible for STV Employee Referral Award Program. Apply via e-mail, with resume and salary requirements to: Judith.Mills-Brown@stvinc.com. All inquiries must include job code AMD.0823 to be considered. STV Inc., 700 Red Brook Blvd., Owings Mills, Maryland 21117. Applicants must be authorized to accept permanent employment in the U.S. with any employer. STV is a leading national infrastructure-focused professional services firm with a purpose of Making Communities Better. Founded in 1912, STV provides engineering, architectural, planning, environmental, and program and construction management services for transportation systems, buildings, water, energy and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 60 offices across North America. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. At STV, we embed DEIB into everything we do. We build inclusivity and belonging into our organization mindset, supporting diversity in the workplace and incorporating equity into our day-to-day operations. In 2022, STV also signed the Equity in Infrastructure Project (EIP) Pledge, becoming one of the first architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) firms to commit to advancing equity in infrastructure. Learn more at stvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more. STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.