As a Cushing Terrell team member, you will create built environments that push the boundaries of cutting-edge design and contribute to thriving communities. You will join a multidisciplinary team of talented engineers, architects, designers, planners, and business professionals who work across 17 office locations as well as remotely throughout the United States. Our vision is to shape a new world using knowledge and creativity to educate, enlighten, delight, unite, preserve, sustain, and forever improve.
Qualifications* you will bring to the table:
Accredited professional degree in Architecture
5-10+ years of post-graduate professional experience, including recent experience as a project manager leading federal government projects through all phases of design and completion
Current architect license/registration, LEED accredited is a plus
Experience and familiarity with federal government contracting processes.
Excellent verbal, written and visual communication skills.
Ability to build engaging client relationships, manage consultant teams, and take responsibility for fees, budget, staffing and billings.
Ability to define and drive project milestones, facilitate project meetings, and effectively coach and mentor team members.
Federal government clearance preferred but not required.
Current architect license/registration
Working knowledge of Revit, Project Management Software, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office suite, Bluebeam, Outlook.
A passion for creative, collaborative, client-focused design
A talent for balancing graceful communication between Cushing Terrell teams and our clients
*Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they don't meet 100% of the listed requirements? We don't want you to hold back! If you don't check every single point above but still feel like you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply!
As a Team Member at Cushing Terrell, you will*…
Lead project development and project teams from inception to completion
Direct the architectural team, and as necessary integrate engineering teams on projects of varying scale and budget
Lead project documentation efforts with a deep knowledge of contract documents, specifications, shop-drawings, and submittal review
Be able to delegate, train, monitor progress and coordination, and conduct QA/QC
Have relevant experience in construction observation and construction administration, and understand construction costs, budgeting, and value engineering
Be motivated and self-reliant, maintaining collaborative working relationships and assisting with the development of emerging professionals
Be comfortable and have experience with technically complex projects, and the knowledge of codes and standards applicable to the design of the projects
Have excellent design skills and strong technical proficiency including experience in working in the following platforms: SketchUp, Revit, AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite
Organize and lead meeting involving internal & external clients/partners related to architectural development
Review contractor questions and submittals to ensure compliance with design intent and design solutions
Conduct on-site observations and document site reviews. Approves quality of materials and work
Process submittals/substitution requests during construction and address RFI
Position may grow to include supervisory responsibilities including training, assigning, and directing work, reviewing performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints and resolving problems. Supervisor responsibilities will be carried out with accordance to company policies and applicable laws
*The majority of the time a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach. On occasion, individuals will be required to visit a client site to perform site verifications and field surveys.
Your pay
The salary for this position is based on the location/s posted. If you are a candidate living outside of (this region/these regions), we still encourage you to apply as salary ranges may differ across states/cities/job markets.
Expected Range*: $74,000 to $85,000
The position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus
*The actual salary offered for the role will be determined based on a variety of factors including but not limited to; years of experience, licensure status, location, level of job-related knowledge, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law).
Why Cushing Terrell?
Cushing Terrell offers excellent, competitive employee benefits, such as a nationwide High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with HSA, dental, and vision coverage for both you and eligible dependents. A 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with a 5% employer match. 8 paid holidays and PTO accrual. Professional and personal growth are equally important to us; we offer advancement opportunities and are committed to continuing education and mentorship opportunities for all of our team members.
Cushing Terrell's Work Smart Program is a flexible work arrangement designed to acknowledge and embrace flexibility in our work environments and preferences. While we prefer that our team enjoy the benefits of in-office work collaboration, team members in most roles, with more than 3 years of professional experience may have flexibility to work remotely, a hybrid schedule, or 100% in the office.
Cushing Terrell is committed to pursuing, achieving, and preserving a culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion – within our firm, partnerships, communities, and the places we design. We are invested in expanding awareness of different lived experiences, building capacity for understanding and mutual respect, and implementing practices that uphold our commitments.
Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, age, color, religious creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, military status or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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