Job Description

Level Experienced Job Location WFA - Bentonville, AR 72712 Education Level Bachelor's Degree Job Category Design

Architect III

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Architect has broad experience with a variety of client types and project types to have gained experience to lead projects for any client or project type.
• Architect can work, in an independent manner, to deliver completed construction documents on most client and/or project types, as well as, provide high level of service for all phases of design.
• Architect can communicate effectively to be seen as highly knowledgeable and/or an expert when discussing design challenges or projects, both internally and externally.
• Direct Design Team in research, development, and drafting of construction documents to support client building programs.
• Investigate, evaluate, and recommend architectural design solutions and independently make decisions on complex architectural design problems and methods.
• Work will include all aspects of construction administration leading to project completion.
• Understands implications of policies and procedures to ensure supervision of design work by architect in responsible control.
• Applies sound and diverse knowledge of architecture principles and practices in broad array of assignments and related fields.
• Acts independently regarding architectural methods and complexities.
• Requires use of advanced techniques and modification/extension of theories, precepts, and practices of individual's field.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Expanded management responsible for program.
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  • Establish project milestones with Design Team.
  • Conduct periodic progress meetings with Design Team.
  • Develop and maintain effective and productive relationships with clients.
  • Establish fees, determine scope of work, and prepare proposals for assigned projects.
  • Manage client budgets, schedules, project communications and documentation.
  • Assign project teams to ensure the most efficient and cost-effective execution of assigned projects.
• Identify changes in project scope that require additional services and manage modifications to the contract.
• Maintain positive work environment within firm that facilitates cooperation, teamwork, and staff morale.
• Direct training and mentoring for new and junior staff.
• Communicate directly with client
• Prepare material take-offs and cost of work estimates
• Perform constructability reviews throughout the design process
• Solicit and manage contractor and consultant bids

About HFA

HFA is a multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and interior design firm who thrives in a people first driven environment. We build partnerships based on the integration of design thinking and project delivery. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we have developed a people-centric culture where we value our people at all levels. With a focus on well-being, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and a flexible work schedule.

Our team members have access to professional development opportunities and learning stipends to pursue professional growth, and we take any chance we can get to recognize and reward our people for their amazing work.

Qualifications

Management Requirements: 8+ staff
Education Requirements: Bachelors degree in architecture or equivalent education or experience
Licensure Requirements: Architectural registration with current licensure, NCARB registration

preferred; LEED Green Associate accreditation desired