ARCHITECT JOB DESCRIPTION

We are in search of an Architect who will be a licensed architect or a graduate with a degree in architecture, skilled in constructing, and preparing schematic and design development documents. This candidate must possess extensive knowledge of all project stages and communicate effectively to ensure timely project execution. They should frequently perform quality checks to comply with codes, standards, and regulations. The role also includes creating detailed building information models, plans, elevations, sections, and details to precisely convey the architectural intent of a project.

An Overview of Architect Job Description Responsibilities and Qualifications

1. Join our dynamic, multi-disciplinary team dedicated to crafting exceptional environments within the restaurant industry. As an Architect at our firm, you will collaborate with interior designers, graphic designers, and foodservice consultants to deliver cohesive and brand-enhancing design solutions. From conceptual design through to construction administration, you will engage in a variety of tasks including preparing construction documents, managing project submittals, and conducting site visits. We value authenticity and responsibility, offering competitive benefits and seeking individuals who are passionate about design and thrive in a collaborative setting.

Architect Roles:

  • Work collaboratively with project teams of Architects, Interior Designers, Graphic Designers and foodservice consultants to create environments that connect people with brands including concept design through construction documents and construction administration.
  • Apply basic knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and owner criteria in creating distinctive design solutions
  • Assist in putting together full construction documents including coordinating structural, PM&E, lighting, and other engineering consultants
  • Perform red-line changes and document revisions
  • Conduct site visits and document conditions/progress during the predesign and construction project phases
  • Interface with code enforcing agencies and construction officials during the permitting and construction phase of the project
  • Process submittals, substitution requests, and RFI’s during construction if necessary
  • Complete projects on time, on budget and with a high-quality standard
  • Oversee and make recommendations throughout entire construction process
  • Collaborate with various teams in order to establish goals, schedules and budgets


Architect Requirements:

  • Professional or master’s degree in architecture from an accredited institution
  • Minimum 3-5 years of previous design experience (max. 10 years – this is amid-level position)
  • Minimum 1 year of Revit experience
  • Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office, Enscape
  • Strong verbal and graphic communication skills
  • Excellent time management, prioritization and organizational skills
  • Ability to learn quickly and multitask
  • Curious, fun, team oriented and interested in the creative process as a whole

2. The Architect will immediately become involved in an ongoing Lamwork project, initiating their role by conducting in-depth research on the client's specific needs and the requirements of similar or related projects. This research aims to thoroughly understand the design challenges and constraints involved.

Architect Functions:

  • Develop conceptual design solutions to the design problems and parameters agreed with the client and as contained in the Brief.
  • Utilize knowledge of engineering, math, science and materials in order to create ideal finished product
  • Conduct site evaluations to ensure quality of work and adherence to safety standards
  • Assist the Project Principal in the formulation of the Client Brief for the project in conjunction with the client.
  • Undertake the management of the schematic design process.
  • Produce a conceptual design solution with awareness of and response to the strategic, financial and time planning for the project.
  • Provide leadership to the Project Team and undertake an ongoing review of subsequent stages of the project to ensure that the integrity of the agreed design solutions are maintained. 
  • Particularly with regard to development of the design and late variations to the design brief.
  • Assisting Design Leaders through participation in design reviews and mentoring
  • A talent for design but with experience across all project phases


Architect Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor of Architecture degree
  • Strong Revit competence
  • Rhino and Enscape competence preferable
  • Experience leading small-medium scale projects
  • Well-developed client skills and experience managing Consultants
  • The capability to lead less experienced team members
  • Residential and commercial (workplace) sector experience highly regarded
  • Architectural registration highly regarded but not essential
  • Experience in construction and architecture
  • Strong organizational, creative and presentation skills

3. The Architect manages all stages of architectural projects, from the initial discussions with clients through to the completion of construction. This role entails overseeing client relationships, crafting innovative design solutions, and producing comprehensive drawings, specifications, budgets, and construction documents. You will lead project teams and ensure every aspect of the project meets or surpasses client standards and expectations. The Architect is a proactive leader, skilled in advancing projects in new construction, extensions, renovations, or restorations, and adept at managing these responsibilities to exceed client expectations.

Architect Duties:

  • Developing gateway component in the connectivity platform to establish connectivity of the BLE iOS devices to the HSDP cloud
  • Responsible for ensuring consistency in high-level design flow down into detailed design, code and unit/module/integration testing
  • Responsible for the code quality of team deliverables
  • Decompose customer requirements into technical requirements and user stories for new features and enhancement to existing features.
  • In coordination with the product owners and product team, drive the estimation and planning of the release.
  • Define clear acceptance goals for product features and documentation; review and accept them as needed.
  • Refine product vision into Architectural goal and runway for the solution. 
  • Architect the performance benchmarking based on customer requirements.
  • Make technology decisions based on latest trends and concepts. 
  • Create long term technology vision and work with Product Management to outline that into a roadmap.
  • Use domain knowledge to build credibility and recognize trends in customers’ current technology. 
  • Keep up to date with the state of the art in technology.
  • Contribute to technology and clinical roadmaps by providing innovative solutions for requirements in the area of expertise and demonstrate them through the implementation of prototypes.


Architect Required Qualifications:

  • At least 10 years of experience in developing Android, Java and Kotlin applications
  • Must be hands-on and participate in development of applications
  • Strong technical skills and proven design and architecting skills
  • Shown success as an individual contributor as well as team lead. Has consistently demonstrated ability and commitment to deliver on major releases.
  • Ability to provide technical and architectural leadership to the team
  • Experience in working in multi-site environment and representing the team
  • Experience in development using Agile practices
  • Exercised exemplary development practices including design specification, coding standards, unit testing, and code reviews.
  • Experience in handling the software craftsmanship elements like code duplication, dynamic & static analysis, continuous improvements will be a definite plus
  • Experience in Continuous integration
  • Willingness to "go the extra mile" when needed
  • Ability to work independently and lead a team with little guidance and supervision
  • Excellent oral and written communication, technical writing skills.
  • Demonstrate excellence in daily interactions with business partners, vendors and team members.

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