Architecture that enhances quality of life.
COAR is an abbreviation of the term: COmmunity ARchitects. Community is at the heart of everything we do and every project we complete. Communities can be small or large but they’re never singular. They tend to be layered, complex, and diverse. More importantly, they reflect the groups of individuals that are integrated into each and every project: The end users, stakeholders, patrons, partners, designers, builders, and residents. At COAR Design Group, we create spaces that bring people together and serve the community.
At COAR Design Group, we value each and every one of our team members and their unique skills and experiences that help to create our well rounded and collaborative culture. We are creators, facilitators, and problem-solvers. We focus on delivering solutions that positively impact communities and approach each challenge with enthusiasm, an open mind, and willingness to go above and beyond.
The architectural project manager will be responsible for overseeing the design, detailing, and construction of building projects. This team member participates in all stages of the project including preliminary design, planning and approvals, construction documents, and construction administration. The candidate should have a particular sense and care for architectural design and detailing, building code compliance, project time management, budget, team management, and technical quality of the products and services rendered. As the firms service offerings include full project engineering, this team member will be expected to coordinate their work with the other members of the engineering team(s) and should have an understanding of building and structural systems. Benefits package includes insurance, 401k and paid vacation.
• Analysis of project context, building materials, and precedents
• Conceptual design of building in plan, section, and elevation
• 3D visualization of design concepts through various mediums including but not limited to hand sketching, computerized renderings, and physical models
• Project site planning, zoning/local code analysis and application
• Building Code analysis and application
• Designs and details for architectural systems including building envelope and interiors
• Attends meetings with owners, clients, or consultants as needed
• Assists staff in the development of technical documentation, proposals, and presentations to clients
• Communicates design requirements with contractors, consultants, and clients to determine project scope and feasibility
• Executes specific architectural studies and design analyses
• Performs project job site visits during construction to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications, owner expectations, and building codes
Qualifications:
• Strong written and verbal communications skills and organizational efficiency
• Knowledge of building codes, standards, structures, systems, construction materials, and specifications
• Ability to function comfortably, gain trust, confidence, and deal effectively with a wide range of individuals including consultants, contractors, vendors, and the COAR team
• Efficiency in all phases of project development from schematic design through contract administration
• Working experience/proficiency in Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office/Project (experience with Revit a plus)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced design environment
• B.Arch with minimum 5 years experience
• Architecture license a plus
This position is primarily based in an office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
