SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and move us closer to a carbon-free future. Care to join us? The Milwaukee office of SmithGroup is looking for a Project Architect to join our team. Working with us, you will: Lead a team of architects to complete technical documents for projects of complex nature (healthcare, science and technology, higher education, commercial). Prepare, coordinate, and complete construction documents packages. Lead day-to-day construction administration activities including coordination with the contractor, owner, and consultants to maintain project progress. Mentor, provide oversight, and monitor the work performed by junior staff. Establish and execute project work plan and staffing requirements. Develop trusted relationships with clients. Participate in recruiting and performance management of staff. Meet with owners and user groups to determine program and planning requirements. An ideal candidate has: A bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent. Minimum 10 years of professional experience. LEED AP preferred. Architectural Registration required. Working knowledge of engineering systems; can successfully engage with professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment. Demonstrated ability to communicate with clients and build client relationships and trust. Strong mentoring, written and verbal communication and organizational skills. High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Experience leading other architects and project teams. Demonstrated understanding of code implementation and jurisdiction review. Demonstrated understanding of construction practices and methodologies. SmithGroup's competitive compensation and benefit package is designed to meet the needs of a diverse staff. It includes flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 401(k), parental leave, wellbeing resources, PTO immediately available to new hires, plus 15 extra Fridays off - on top of holidays. Join us and see first-hand how these and other programs - like one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities - build culture, enhance collaboration and yield richer, more inclusive solutions. If you are not sure that you meet all of the suggested qualifications described above, please don't leave this page. Your talents and attributes could be just what we're looking for - and we strongly encourage you to apply. If you need additional accommodations to complete the application process, please contact careerssmithgroup.com J-18808-Ljbffr
