Essential Functions 

SENIOR PROJECT DESIGNER

Ten or more years of experience, licensure preferred but not required, professional degree in architecture

from an accredited program. 

Creates project designs and plans for all phases of projects and coordinates building design consultants while monitoring drawings. 

Develops solutions and creates project designs and plans. Initiates and creates project designs and plans of all phases of one or more projects and has responsibility for preparing presentation and design drawings. 

Coordinates all trades and agencies related to building design while monitoring drawings. 

Typically has 10 or more years of experience in all phases of architecture and engineering, including substantial and varied experience in project planning.

Communication and Collaboration

• Prepare preliminary and fully developed design materials and imagery for design presentations as well as business development and marketing pursuits.
• Manages full development of design details. Work with documentation team in developing Construction Documents, and support construction phase activities as required to assist in successful implementation of design. 
• Serves as Design Lead on selected projects.
• Demonstrated experience in all conventional aspects of the practice of Architecture. Possesses thorough knowledge of architectural principles and practices in planning, development, evaluation, selection of materials and systems, and use of advanced techniques. 
• Demonstrated proficiency in evaluation, selection, and use of standard techniques, 
• Creatively solves problems when encountered and offers design guidance to the project team on complex projects.
• Works independently on complex architectural design projects and coordinates project design efforts between multiple projects.
• Directs and maintains frequent communication with the Design team to ensure proper information flow and assists in keeping team apprised of any changes or client activity that would have an impact on the project design.
• Develops and adheres to project design schedules, deadlines and budgets. 
• Plans, coordinates and attends meetings with clients and project team as necessary.

Project Involvement

• Plans, leads and directs Project programming efforts.
• Researches relevant client background, related project designs, and inspirational imagery to develop an informed understanding of project design requirements. 
• Develops planning and creative design concepts for all aspects of a project (site and building), independently and in collaboration with Project Leadership.
• Prepares presentation materials, drawings, models for client meetings.
• Coordinates all trade and agencies related to building design while monitoring drawings. 
• Researches and interprets applicable local, federal and state accessibility, building and fire codes, and accurately applies these requirements in design process.
• Directs and coordinates all aspects of project design from concept through construction administration with other members of project team. 
• Develops required details to effectively and clearly convey design intent
• Understands how to navigate through local zoning and approvals processes and assists PM in all necessary work for adherence. 
• Researches materials and incorporates accurate information into drawings and project cut book and coordinates with specifications group.
• When assuming the role of Lead Designer on projects, adhere to requirements of the role as listed in Project Leadership Document.

Other

• Plans and participates in the preparation of proposal/interview materials to secure new business opportunities.
• Supports new business development opportunities by providing experienced design knowledge.
• Assume special projects and duties as assigned or requested. 

Job Requirements and Qualifications

Education: Professional Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture 

Training Requirements (licenses, programs, or certificates):

• Licensed Architect preferred
• Revit, AutoCAD current versions
• Sketch-up, Rhino, or other modeling software 
• MS Office Suite – Excel, Word, MS Project  

Experience: 10+ years’ experience in related position

JCJ Core Competencies

Respect & Collaboration

Promotes mutual respect, collaboration and teamwork at all levels. Establishes and nurtures an environment that recognizes, accepts, and embraces diverse backgrounds, strengths, resources and talents of our employees.

Integrity & Ethics

Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, conveys good news and bad.

Adaptability & Flexibility

Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, adjusts plans to meet changing needs. Shows ability to be flexible and resilient.

Growth & Development

Challenges self to continue to grow professionally, continuing to develop skills, and all JCJ Core Competencies, to the highest extent possible.

Special Information 

Travel to work sites and other offices may be required. 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. May be required to work on a job site. While performing the duties on a job site, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites is usually loud. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 

The employee is often required to sit; may be required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.