Wood is currently recruiting for a Senior Architect with broad technical knowledge of construction methods and design. This is an opportunity to work with our talented staff of Architects and Engineers, supporting process & chemical and conventional energy industries within the Houston office. The Architect will work on the architecture team, within the Civil / Structural / Architectural Department.
Local candidates preferred as there is no relocation assistance or per diem. Authorization to work permanently in the U.S. without sponsorship required.
The Architect will be involved in providing architectural technical support in all phases of project development, from Front End Engineering and Design (FEED) through construction. Recent and ongoing projects include design of building renovations and new construction for industrial buildings including Control Rooms, Administration Buildings, Maintenance Shops, Warehouses, Security Buildings, Process Equipment Buildings and Shelters. The ideal candidate will have significant technical expertise with development of inquiry and bid sets and support multi-disciplinary project teams from concept FEED schematic design through completion of construction.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Contributes to project technical delivery through:
Collaboration and interface with clients, project managers, architects, engineers, designers, and subconsultants
Coordination of architectural activities to support building design for various types of industrial projects
Incorporating applicable building codes and construction techniques
Reviewing architectural scope and budget to complete design and technical portions of projects on-time and within budget
Design of buildings from schematic, detail design and construction support
Developing and managing building procurement packages
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 10 years architectural experience developing building design and construction drawings
Minimum of 5 years working on Industrial Projects
Bachelor of Architecture (minimum)
Registered Architect preferred but not required
Able to perform building code reviews
Able to prepare construction documents
Able to write specifications, studies, and reports
Able to develop scopes of work
Skilled in Autodesk Navisworks, AutoCAD, MS Office Suite
Solutions-oriented and creative, able to apply process and rigor to deliver quality solutions
Compelling communicator both verbally and in written form
Good interpersonal and team working skills, builds positive relationships with supervisors, subordinates, peers and clients
Enthusiastic, conscientious and committed to continuous professional development
High level of awareness and commitment to safety in all aspects of daily work
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Highly motivated and demonstrates personal initiative
Possesses integrity, strong work ethic, positive attitude, and is dependable
Adaptable and flexible to the changing needs of projects