Architect/Sustainability Coordinator - Federal

Black & Veatch Family of Companies • Olathe, VA

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About The Position

We are searching for a candidate to fulfill a dual role in our organization. The role will be divided into architectural design and leading and coordinating the sustainability strategy for projects. The candidate will lead and support the design of unique federal facilities around the world while also working with each discipline to incorporate sustainability into design documents. The role also includes overseeing the sustainability documentation and certification process. We work in a collaborative environment to understand each unique design challenge to provide the best possible solution.

This position requires leading and contributing in all aspects of medium to complex designs. Projects begin with understanding multiple government requirements, the client’s budget and the user’s needs. Projects may include participating in the charrette process. Project execution will involve leading a team in the development of construction documents and supervising construction phase services.

Requirements

• Assigned to projects for U.S. Government Agency/Department clients. Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Requires a bachelor's degree in architecture from an NAAB or a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
• Typically a minimum of 5 years related work experience.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent design, visualization, and graphic skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting to clients
• Proficiency in Revit
• Excellent interpersonal skills for facilitating relationships
• Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve design issues
• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously
• Ability to provide effective supervision and staff management
• Experience with projects for the Federal Government including knowledge of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and UFGS specifications
• Professional architectural registration
• LEED AP BD+C or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Leading production teams; coordinating multiple discipline activity; and serving as the responsible charge for a project.
• Establishing and maintaining effective client relationships, anticipating, and providing services that exceed client expectations
• Preparing specifications
• Prepares and oversees sustainability design documents and documentation package for client or Third-Party Certification, working with each design discipline to incorporate strategies into each design package.
• Provide education on LEED and other certification processes requirements for Design/Construction teams and clients
• Coordination of submittal reviews, regular meetings with construction staff, and final QC and documentation of construction activities.
• Knowledgeable about Third Party Certification platforms and UFC-01-200-02 High Performance and Sustainable Buildings requirements and process.
• Leading or participating in the charrette process to completely understand the project requirements
• Developing or leading the development of presentation materials
• Working collaboratively with all disciplines
• Providing sustainable design solutions and supporting sustainability in the work environment
• Anticipating and adopting innovations in business digital and technology applications, cultivating innovations
• Assist in marketing and business development related to efforts related to existing and new federal clients
• Monitors and ensures compliance with project requirements and building codes
• Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1.
• Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life.
• Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.
• To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
• A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union.
• Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
• As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level