Currently, Komatsu is seeking a Senior Architect. This is an opportunity for a full-time senior/technical position with a talented team to work on a wide range of municipal and institutional new construction projects.
Komatsu Architecture is a mid-sized firm, with opportunities to experience working on projects from Programming through Construction Administration. Responsibilities include managing all aspects of projects, working directly with clients, while reporting directly to the principal-in-charge. As a role of Project Manager/Senior Architect, you will oversee project architects and support staff as well as be an active production team member. Our firm size requires that this also be a direct project participation position, including technical and production skills (more than solely a project administrating manager).
REQUIREMENTS
- Licensed Architect with a 15 yrs or equivalent Bachelor’s degree in Architecture – 4 yr degree requires a Master’s Degree in Architecture
- Technical skills in Revit and AutoCAD as part of a recent production team
- 15+ years of experience minimum required
- Previous experience in architectural project management of complex rehabilitation or historic projects (special projects category – repurpose and new facility components) including development of all phases of planning (including master plans and grant applications), programming, design, construction documents, bidding, and contract administration, including clear communication skills with clients, consultants, and contractors
- Experience with the public review process, regulatory agencies, and as applicable, historic preservation reviewing entities (SHPOs); local commissions and boards
- Knowledge of building and life safety codes
- Must be able to review and edit technical specifications (outsourced Spec firm is used)
- Must be able to prepare a variety of studies and reports, including, but not limited to: existing conditions assessments; feasibility studies; code analysis; historic structure reports; coordinate with in-house facility programming specialists
- Detail oriented and have a technical understanding of the construction experience (demonstrated knowledge of the technical aspects of new design and building technologies, historic-age building techniques is important); mid-century design knowledge and technologies is a plus
- Strong leadership, communications and organizational/people skills
- Self-starter; Ability to multi-task, create and maintain project work plans, schedules, and budgets
- Collaborative personality to excel in team situations is essential
- Proven ability to manage clients and meet their expectations
- Proficiency and project experience utilizing support software Microsoft Office suite, AutoCAD, and Revit (we use Newforma Project and Information Management software
- Competent research, writing, and/or editing skills
- Project experience with Secretary of Interiors Standards for Historic Rehabilitation
- Experience in collaborating with material conservation consultants in the treatment of interior and exterior building components
- Travel required, primarily within Texas for Preservation Services; US and International travel if general facility project experience
- US citizen or permanent US resident, must possess a valid US driver’s license and be able to obtain a security clearance to work on/at US government sites – General Services Administration GSA (US Courthouses, tenant facilities such as US Marshal’s Office; Department of Justice); US Department of the Interior; Department of Homeland Security; US Department of Defense DOD Installations; US Postal Service historic properties; and others if needed
BENEFITS/COMPENSATION
- Hybrid work schedule options
- Employer-paid Medical benefits
- Dental and Vision benefits
- Eleven paid federal holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid Personal Leave
- 401k retirement plan, plus discretionary employer contribution
TO APPLY
Please send your resume, portfolio or work samples in PDF format to: awarner@komatsu-inc.com or employment@komatsu-inc.com
Include “Senior Architect Position” in the subject heading.
Komatsu Architecture, established in Fort Worth in 1959 by Albert S. Komatsu is a second-generation family owned professional design organization.
A facilities approach addresses how the planning, design, and management of buildings and associated systems affect an organization’s ability to meet business objectives. Physical aspects of the space are coordinated with personnel and work processes. Real estate, equipment, furnishings, and technology are not treated as isolated components but rather as resources that can be actively and creatively managed. As part of the organization’s strategic plan, the performance of these resources can be measured and maintained after the building is occupied. The facility can be used as a competitive advantage – an extension of a product or service. Technology is critical to this concept. New tools are continually being developed that compress time-consuming procedures and alleviate repetitive tasks.
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