| Architect/Project Manager JOB SUMMARY
EPIC Companies is looking for a self-motivated and high-energy team member to join their team as an Architect/Project Manager. This person must have the ability to quickly shift gears and coordinate a multitude of tasks within a busy, modern office. EPIC Companies focuses on building mixed-use buildings that enhance the landscape throughout the region.
This role requires a broad knowledge of architectural principles and procedures, independently oversees and plans all architectural aspects of a construction projects. Responsible for final specifications/coding, approval of ordered materials, and overall guidance and concepts. They would work under the Senior Vice President and Vice President of Construction Management.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1) ADMINISTRATIVE AND CORRESPONDENCE Coordinates complex on/offsite meetings Schedule meetings, host meetings, keep calendars, conference call Tracks, collates and maintains inventory of layouts, floorplans, renderings, etc. Work with the marketing staff in order to make sure they have correct materials to showcase properties such as renderings, videos, platforms, etc.
2) FILE PROCESS Keep track of all projects based on project numbers Organized in a Sharefile used by staff Email organization to keep team and consultants informed on layouts, plans, coding, etc. Work with square footages to correctly place residential & commercial spaces together
3) ARCHITECT RESPONSIBILITIES
Design Buildings
Review local codes Work with the construction management team on expectations of consistent details and standards Work with the development team on consistencies – technology, layouts, finishes, interiors, exterior Collaborate with other architects on project he/she is not designing Stay up-to-date on latest and greatest processes designs, materials to continue innovative style Attend AIA conference, mixed-use conventions, and other education classes in order to explore and identify new concepts
Meet with potential/future commercial tenants and develop layouts with assistant from commercial leasing team Develop the residential layouts with the Senior Vice President and team Ability to produce and manage small to medium size architectural projects. Conscientious, detail oriented, desire to take on responsibility. Excellent writing/communication skills. Must be willing to attend site visits. Some travel out of town will occasionally be required.
4) BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from 4-year college required. Master’s degree preferred. 5 – 7 years experience as a high-level architect is required. 10+ years of related experience in an architectural firm preferred. 2 years experience in the real estate, management, development industry preferred. AIA certified
CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES
State architect’s license Certifications
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, coworkers and/or supervisor. Ability to effectively present information to an internal department and/or large groups of employees.
FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE
Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles. Conducts basic financial analysis.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES
Advanced skills with CAD, Bluebeam, GoToMeetings, Revit, internet research and web publishing skills for drawings and drafting. Strong architectural knowledge required. Competence in Sketch-up, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc), MS Office and MS Project is a plus. Experience in field measuring and converting measured drawings into CAD drawings is a plus.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
Decisions made with thorough knowledge of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Responsible for setting own project deadlines and maintaining those that owners set. Errors in judgment may cause negative impact to internal and external clients. Willing to take on tasks, responsibilities, and other duties that include creating, marketing, technology, design, details, layouts, development, etc. Available for full time employment. Benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, life insurance, 401K. Please include a letter of interest, resume and sample projects from portfolio on paper, CD or web links. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. For questions or inquiries please call/email McKenzy Olson, Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations at mckenzy@epiccompaniesnd.com. | 
