Job Description

Summary

Arcadis DPS Group has an opening for a Project Architect to join our team in Albany, NY. In this role, the Project Architect will supervise the required scope from implementation to completion as a subject matter consultant with focus on architectural and structural systems. They will perform a variety of assignments involved in the coordination of engineering, layout, construction, budgeting, scheduling, and turnover aspects of a project. This individual typically performs in an owners’ representative role for our client and carries out assignments as directed by the Design Manager.

Successful candidates will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in similar role and a minimum of 7 years of total experience, come from an architectural design background working with Architecture, Engineering, and Construction professionals, thrive in a fast-paced professional environment, preferably supporting industrial high-tech client project environments. Architect licensure is not required for this role.

This is not a remote position and will require the selected individual to be onsite at our client’s location between 20-30% of the time, at various times during the week, and live within a commutable distance to the Albany, NY office. Relocation assistance is available for selected candidates.

Responsibilities

• Responsible as a system matter consultant for the technical discipline specific activity on various sized projects.
• Scope development for the client(s) to achieve their required deliverable including (but not limited to) a detailed planning, ROM estimating, and high-level scheduling.
• Work with the project’s A/E firm to evaluate progress and give technical support, as needed, to deliver the detailed design.
• Understand and communicate the client’s design and specifications to various stakeholders throughout the various phases of the project.
• Act as the single point of contact for the specific engineering discipline for the entire phase of the specific scope.
• Manage multiple projects, at different phases, at one time varying in size and duration.
• Apply strong understanding of the project management process; programming, scope development, design development, implementation, project closeout.
• Seek innovative and lean approaches for design, function, and construction.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of Semiconductor industry standards and design criteria within the facilities engineering industry.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with minimum of seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Software proficiency in MS Office Suite, PowerPoint, Procore, Bluebeam. Ability to learn and use a variety of software, tools, and systems necessary to meet business needs.
• Strong communication, both written and verbal (English), attention to detail, proven problem-solving skills
• Read, analyze, and interpret business, professional, technical, or governmental documents. Write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, and other project partners.
• Comfortable working in an office, production lab environment or construction site, and may be required at times to wear specific PPE and/or cleanroom suit.
• Must have reliable transportation, live within a commutable distance and able to provide valid work authorization for US employment.

The Company

Arcadis DPS Group is a global EPCM firm offering full-service solutions within the Life Sciences (pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical technology) and Advanced Technology (semiconductor, data center, and solar) industries. DPS is dedicated to delivering successful projects with a ‘client-first’ mentality and personal touch across a range of market sectors: Project and Program Management, Procurement, Design, Construction Management, Health and Safety Management, Commissioning, Qualification, and Start-up.

Arcadis DPS Engineering Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. DPS does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.