Colliers Engineering & Design is currently seeking a licensed Architect to join our team in Toledo, OH! 

Our team of talented and creative architects work closely as trusted partners with our clients throughout the design process to realize a jointly conceived vision. We offer a full range of services from preliminary planning and feasibility studies through final design and construction inspection for both full build-out, renovations and adaptive reuse projects. Our markets include commercial development, warehousing, pre K-12 and higher education, science and technology, municipal and public works agencies, offices and corporate facilities, and retail and food.

Responsibilities

• Assist in fee preparation, scoping, and marketing strategies for proposed projects.
• Ensure design meets code requirements.
• Understand and create full set construction documentation.
• Research product materials and work with manufacturers to determine costs and the best product.
• Coordinate with Project Manager to ensure design QA/QC.
• Coordinate with other design professionals (in-house or subcontractors) who are part of the project team.
• Attend client meetings and take meeting minutes.
• Respond and review RFIs and submittals.
• Participate in the creation of proposal and/or client meeting materials.
• Mentor and oversee tasks assigned to junior design team members.
• Conduct site visits for construction administration duties.
• Assist Project Manager in work plan and budgeting.
• Work directly with clients in project coordination, feedback, and input.
• Serve as on-site project representative.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and/or master's degree in architecture from an accredited university is required.
• 5+ years of architectural experience is required.
• Registered Architect in Ohio or nearing licensure within 6 months or less of hire is required. 
• Solid Revit skills is required.
• Ability to mentor is a plus.

• Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

Star Consultants, Inc. founded in 1997, is a small certified Minority Business Enterprise, (DBE, MBE, EDGE, SCOMSDC). We are a full service multi-disciplinary professional Architectural/Engineering design group that offers all the required professional design services. Since inception, Star has successfully completed projects for various Clients in Public and private sectors.

Licensed Architect – Project Coordination & Construction Administration

We are seeking a licensed architect with a strong technical background to join our team. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives on coordinating multidisciplinary teams, ensuring code compliance, and overseeing the construction process to deliver high-quality projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and integrate architectural designs with other disciplines (structural, MEP, civil, etc.) to ensure seamless project execution.
• Interpret and apply building codes, zoning regulations, and other standards to ensure compliance.
• Manage construction administration tasks, including submittal reviews, RFIs, site visits, and contractor coordination.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, including detailed drawings and specifications.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and contractors to address challenges and maintain project timelines and budgets.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed architect (Ohio licensure preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a technical or project architect role.
• Familiarity with Ohio state departments such as ODNR, ODRC, ODOT, or similar agencies is a significant advantage.
• Proficient in building codes, construction standards, and industry best practices.
• Strong understanding of coordination between disciplines and construction documentation.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, 401k retirement. 

Salary commensurate with experience

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Hybrid – reporting location is one of the following: Columbus, OH, Roanoke, VA, Corpus Christi, TX, or Tulsa, OK

Full Time

Job Posting End Date 12-16-2024

Job Summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is an electric utility based in Columbus, OH that serves over 5.3 million customers in nine (9) states. AEP regularly constructs new and renovates existing workplace facilities across its service territory. The Workplace Architect is responsible for performing architectural work activities and completing projects requiring the application of knowledge and experience with building design and construction. Accomplishes assigned objectives in a safe, and efficient manner. Responsible for development of approved project scopes from programming and site evaluation through final documents for bidding and permitting. Performs architectural work directly and manages outside architectural and engineering consultants. Serve as a subject matter expert for the company in any needs or questions that arise related to building design and construction.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Possesses the authority and knowledge to make some technical decisions based on calculated risks without management review; makes decisions affecting long range plans and goals based on analysis of highly uncertain input and outcomes; visualizes long term results; makes decisions where differences of opinion are likely to exist; makes decisions which have an impact across organizational boundaries.
• Demonstrates vision in identifying business opportunities for the organizational unit.
• Identifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to complex problems that are unique to the organizational unit and requires specialized knowledge of facility design and/or problem-solving techniques.
• Leads in the preparation and presentation of the most complex designs, clearly, concisely, and persuasively, bringing in ancillary issues before senior management, professional organizations, regulatory bodies, etc.
• Builds teams and networks that extend through AEP, and other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia.
• Leads, facilitates and coordinates work activities of others within work group, team, department, corporate entity, or those external to the company and assumes the role of project or function manager for assigned tasks.
• Develops, recommends, and implements plans to address organizational unit issues within specialized field of design expertise.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education requirements are listed below:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering in a program accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).

Work Experience requirement listed below:

• Minimum 4 years' experience as an Architect.

Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below:

• NCARB Certification in any U.S. state is required for this position.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Physical demand level is Sedentary

These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.

• Incumbent is accountable for making sound recommendations and decisions that have an impact across organizational boundaries.
• Depending upon assignment, position may entail some travel and exposure to situations which require the knowledge, understanding and adherence to applicable safety procedures.
• Master's degree in architecture preferred
• May require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks to meet requirements and schedules.
• Demonstrates vision in identifying business opportunities for the organizational unit.
• Proficient in the use of Revit and/or AutoCAD
• Valid state driver's License required.

Who we are

At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We're redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect.

Summary of Position
Serves as lead architect; provides direction, training, and assigns tasks to staff and students as it relates to project coordination and management. Administers policy, provides staff assistance, professional architectural services, designs, and administers capital and university funded projects; provides architectural and construction services required for maintenance and operation of facilities.

Position Information

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Serves as lead architect; assists in directing the work of staff architects and student employees; provides direction, training, and assigns tasks as it relates to project coordination and management.  

Plans, gathers data, designs, drafts using AutoCAD, evaluates, reviews, and monitors assigned capital improvement projects including moveable equipment and their selection; acts as the contact person and liaison with all involved University end users or departments.

Performs field investigation, prepares concept sketches and renderings, develops preliminary drawings, final construction drawings and specifications, develops project cost estimates and budgets, and provides construction management and administration for State funded and local funded construction, remodeling, and renovation projects. Coordinates projects with campus constituents and departments as needed.

Acts as liaison on projects as assigned. Attends, prepares, updates, and presents at staff meetings, cabinet meetings, and Board of Trustees meetings as necessary or required. When appropriate, attends Controlling Board meetings to provide information for release of funds. Where appropriate, presents to City of Youngstown and local development organizations.

Represents the University at all assigned project meetings, recommends contract awards, monitors job progress, negotiates change orders, and reviews and provides approval on payment requests.

Provides analysis of current space utilization, planning information, departmental needs, projects, current and future growth; reassesses functionality, estimates new construction and renovation costs, recommends effective and efficient use of space and administers construction.

Provides interior design services, color/finish selections, material selection, coordinates existing and new finishes, furniture evaluations and selection, and purchasing graphics selection, all as they apply individually or collectively to any project.

Provides architectural evaluation  and building code compliance review for capital improvement requests, building programs and long-range facility planning, including presentations and providing useful information.

Responsible for maintaining University plan room, filing drawings, converting paper drawings to digital files, and signing drawings in and out. Maintains HEI building data files, making necessary revisions and submitting files to the State of Ohio as required.

Other Functions and Responsibilities: Assists with training new hires.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Equipment Operated: Computer and all other standard office equipment; AutoCAD.

Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday; available to work evening and weekend hours as needed.

Supervision Exercised: May exercise supervision over student employees. May act as a lead worker.

Reports to: Associate Director, Planning and Construction

Qualifications and Competencies

Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: Registered Architect, State of Ohio and/or any other U.S. jurisdiction recognized by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). 

Obtain Ohio registration within 60 days of employment. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

Knowledge of: University policies and procedures*; office practices and procedures; department/division goals and objectives*; department/division policies and procedures*; workplace safety practices and procedures*; English grammar and spelling; records management; office management; project management; policy administration; process improvement.?

Skill in: use of office equipment; typing, data entry; computer operation; use of computer software and other programs applicable to the assigned department/division*.?

Ability to: deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; determine material and equipment needs; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; compile and prepare reports; use proper research methods to gather data; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; prepare accurate documentation; maintain records according to established procedures; travel to and gain access to work site; effectively interact with personnel and public to answer routine questions; train or instruct others; move quickly and effectively from one tasks to another; work independently and in a team environment; develop and maintain effective working relationships.??

(*) Developed after employment.

Minimum Qualifications: 

At least a bachelor's degree in architecture; Registered architect with one or more years of relevant professional experience beyond the initial registration date; experience in developing bid documents for commercial construction/renovation projects; proficient in the latest version of AutoCAD; proficient in writing specifications for building construction/renovation; demonstrated knowledge of relevant building and accessibility codes (Ohio Building Codes or equivalent in another U.S. jurisdiction) and their application to commercial/university construction and renovation projects. Obtain Ohio registration within 60 days of employment. 

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in architecture. Active Ohio Architect License. Registered in the State of Ohio.

For more information and to apply: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ysu/jobs/4685854/university-architect

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