Project Architect/Technical Lead
HPI Architecture - Newport Beach, CA
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As the Project Architect / Technical Lead, you are responsible for leading the technical team through the Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documents phases of projects. Considered some of the most important deliverables associated with our professional services, the documents you produce must graphically and technically illustrate the project scope in a well-coordinated set of drawings and specifications, successfully communicating the design intent to its users, clients, authorities having jurisdiction, and builders.*Senior Project Architect / Senior Technical Lead: Proven ability to successfully lead the team on projects of greater size/complexity, provide mentorship to junior team members, and provide technical support/review for projects in production. Support performance reviews of technical team members. Participate in interview process for technical team member candidates. Participate in design competitions as required. Participate in project pursuits as required (i.e., interviews, written proposal materials, etc.)DescriptionBusiness Development / MarketingParticipate in project pursuits as required (i.e., comment on proposed project schedules, review BIM (Building Information Modeling) requirements, etc.)Attendance at industry events (i.e., workshops, seminars for continuing education)Project Set-UpCollaborate with the Project Manager to:Provide input on consultant team selection, as requiredProvide input on project schedule and production staff required to effectively complete documentation and approvalsProvide input on schedule for consultant progress and milestone submissionsProvide input when internal project production team is establishedOversee initial project set up within BIM workspaceProgramming/Entitlement through Jurisdictional ApprovalsDuring the Schematic Design phase, the Project Architect / Technical Lead will be involved in developing the BOD for major systems such as Structural, MEP, etc. Provide input to Design Team from a technical, constructability, and code standpoint.Provide project team leadership in coordinating execution of design intent into well-detailed and coordinated construction documents using BIM:Lead day to day communication with internal technical team, including oversight and mentorship of junior staff.Lead day to day communication and project coordination with consultant team.Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges.Collaborate with the Project Manager in overseeing the production of the project manual.Lead technical team in QA/QC implementation.Responsible for all technical detailing and coordination of the project.Collaborate with the Project Manager and Project Designer to ensure the project meets code requirements, technical standards, client expectations, and design intent.Participate in client meetings, as required.Participate in Construction Budget process.Review and comment on construction Cost Estimate at project tegration of Value Engineering items.Work with DSA or local jurisdictions and other jurisdictional agencies to obtain approvals.Bidding / Construction Administration / Close-OutSupport and serve as resource to the lead Construction Administrator as needed during the bidding and construction phases.AdministrativeProvide input / contribute to improving standards and efficiencies.Mentorship of junior team members.KNOWLEDGE and SKILLSArchitectural / Technical experience.Strong understanding of the engineering disciplines and documentation.Strong understanding of the DSA / local jurisdictions and building codes.Proficient in Revit, Bluebeam, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).Strong verbal and written communication skills.Knowledge of current materials, methods, and practices of the construction industry.Strong organizational and time management skills.Ability to lead an internal and external team.REQUIREMENTS8+ years' experience as a Project Architect / Technical Lead.Licensure preferred.We offer a competitive salary and benefits package which offers: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k), along with paid Vacation and paid Holidays.Principals only. Recruiters, please do not contact this job poster. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-09-17