Licensed Project Architect

KSA is searching for a licensed Project Architect with 4+ years of experience to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary team through all phases of architectural design while establishing owner/client relationships, internal meetings, projects reviews and overall budget.

At KSA, we build people who build the future. We love our work and bringing life-changing solutions to the communities in which we live and work. We are committed to providing an exceptional experience to our clients - every project, every time. We reimagine what projects can be through innovative planning, design, and support of infrastructure and facility projects of all shapes and sizes. 

Do you want to go where everyone knows your name? You’ll feel right at home in KSA. We are the kind of people who will make you feel at home immediately, wholly dedicated to living our core values: Collaborative Teamwork, Commitment to Excellence, Mutual Respect, Consistent Integrity, and Future Focused. The home office for this position will be KSA’s Shreveport, Louisiana office.

Requirements

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Coordinates all aspects of projects design from project inception to completion

• Researches and remains up to date about architectural product types, product literature, trends, specifications, material costs, and applicable building codes.

• Performs field documentation of site conditions, existing building conditions, and field measurements to create detailed reports and often reproduce findings in 3D software

• Provides assistance with bidding and negotiations as well as construction administration. Makes construction site visits and coordinates addenda, RFIs, submittals, Applications for Payments, Change Orders, and construction closeout documents.

• Writes and edits architectural specifications and prepares overall project manuals

• Leads and assists with marketing, business, development, and client relation efforts. Produces/assists with content to be      included in RFQs/RFPs and proposals.

• Primarily utilizes Revit along with software such as Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, and Lumion to effectively communicate both two- and three-dimensional architectural design ranging from conceptual designs to construction details.

• Perform QAQC technical reviews as well as coordinates and reviews project documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines.

• Has a strong understanding of construction and material costs and prepares detailed opinion of probable construction cost reports for each phase of the project design

• Collaborates with the client and project stakeholders in development of the programmatic direction based on understanding the individual needs of the client and their budget to be effectively maintained throughout the project.

• Maintains budget and project delivery schedule while communicating concerns with Project Team and client.

Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

• 4+ years’ experience 

• Proficient in Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, Office 365, and experience in AutoCAD

• Registered Architect

• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED is preferred but not required

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