Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 1,600 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined architecture, engineering, information technology, and related services for K-12 schools, higher education, and to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #51 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
Position summary:
We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, and quality-oriented Architect with a minimum of 10 years of experience who is interested in taking an important role in the JMT Architecture group. This position will focus primarily on Federal and Department of Defense projects and clients but may include airfield/airport and transportation/transit projects. The successful candidate should be comfortable working with internal and external clients, demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, and possess the ability to manage multiple projects at one time. As this is a growth area within our organization, the leadership within JMT is committed to assisting with both business development and expansion of the Federal Government Projects group as well as providing the team with the support necessary to enhance their marketing tools, skills, and capabilities.
The candidate will be responsible for performing all phases of architectural work from site and building evaluations and conceptual design through construction administration. Prime technical skills will include a working knowledge of and the demonstrated ability to create construction documents in accordance with the federal Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), GSA P100 Facilities Standards for the Public Buildings Service, as well as building and life safety codes. The candidate should have experience in creating and editing SpecIntact specifications and the utilization of UFC CAD/BIM standard. As a condition of employment, hire will be required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Proof of vaccination will need to be submitted as part of the interview/hiring process.
Essential functions and responsibilities:
Lead project teams in development of the aesthetic and technical design and preparation of architectural design and construction documents
Review and process contractor submittals and shop drawings
Analyze and document code requirements
Develop fee proposals, monitor project design schedules and budgets
Utilize computer-assisted design software and equipment to prepare project designs and plans - specifically Revit, BIM 360 and AutoCAD
Ensure quality control reviews throughout project completion
Understanding of design-bid-build and design-build projects for Federal Government projects
Collaborate with in-house engineers and designers, outside consultants, and staff to meet clients' goals
Nonessential functions and responsibilities:
Required SkillsRequired Experience
Bachelors of Architecture or Professional degree in Architecture
Minimum of 10+ years of architectural design experience
Professional Architect License
Proficient with computer-assisted design software such as Revit, Microstation, AutoCAD
Proficient with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Qualifications preferred:
Masters of Architecture
LEED AP accreditation
Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance
Proficient with Microsoft Project or other scheduling software
Able to complete out of town assignments, typically 1 to 2 nights per quarter
Experience with federal government, including the Department of Defense (DoD), GSA, and the National Parks Service, projects
NCARB accreditation
Working Conditions:
Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.
Job Competencies
Attention-to-detail
Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
Creativity and Innovation
Job Proficiency
Communication
Client Focus
Job-Focused Learning
Planning and Organizing/Time Management
Results-Oriented
JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
