Legat Architects is searching for a Construction Observer with 10 or more years of relevant experience
for our Columbus, Ohio studio. We specialize in architecture, planning, and interior design with studios in Illinois,
Iowa, and Columbus, OH. Our work includes preK-12 & higher education; healthcare; recreation & wellness;
hospitality; and community-based municipal, transportation and commercial facilities.
We believe in the transformative power of design and architecture. Our approach to design is collaborative
and inclusive. We consider every challenge as a design opportunity, and we take a lifelong learner’s approach
to every project. An innate sensitivity to the natural and built environments is at the heart of everything we do.
We believe in architecture that inspires and elevates the individual.

Your Qualities

• Thoughtful communicator and problem solver that is eager to observe, listen, learn and
• Creative collaborator with design and environmental sensitivity and sensibility that can clearly and concisely present their ideas and communicate them in drawings and
• Passionate craftsperson with a curiosity for detailing and how things are put
• Efficient, organized manager of time and
• Proactive leader that inspires, emphasizes team, and rigorously seeks

Our Expectations

• Complete assigned tasks accurately, efficiently, and of a quality consistent with firm expectations, making appropriate and timely
• Have awareness of building codes, industry standard practices, construction sequencing and constructability, and possess the ability to research, understand and resolve the impacts of these on the design, detailing, and construction of a
• Actively participate in research, design studies, preparation and coordination of drawings, project manual and specifications through all phases of a project to achieve the design intent and client’s goals and
• Assist the project team with building authority and construction administration in-office and on- site
• Be a proficient Revit user adept with the latest Building Information Modeling, clash detection, and rendering tools as well as having familiarity with other energy modeling and analytical technologies utilized during the design exploration and construction documentation
• Be licensed or candidates currently on the licensure

General Responsibilities

• Complete weekly on-site observation for multiple projects with construction sites in various locations
  across central Ohio.
• Perform on-site observations of construction activities for general conformance with the project
  schedule and the materials, finishes, and workmanship as defined in the contract documents.
• Attend regular on-site meetings with the various project stakeholders and coordinate attendance for
  design consultants when required.
• Communicate and coordinate regular progress with the project team.
• Review contractor issued submittals, requests for information, applications for payment, and other
  related project documentation.
• Prepare documentation necessary to address field issues and progress.
• Assist in project close-out efforts including punch lists and review of record documents.

Applications

Come and see if we might be a good fit for each other at www.Legat.com. Please submit a cover letter
describing your qualities, experience, and aspirations, along with a resume to careers@legat.com. Clearly
indicate what position(s) you are interested in pursuing in the subject heading of the email.
Legat Architects is an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering flexible hours, flexible benefit schedule, profit sharing
and 401(k) plan.