Senior Project Architect

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Job Description:

Senior Staff Architect – Transportation Facilities

Opportunity :

Parsons is now hiring an experienced  Senior Staff Architect to work on designs for number of our upcoming new transportation projects such as the Inglewood Transit Corridor in Los Angeles. The HART extension in Honolulu, and new transit projects in Seattle . This role is especially supporting the exciting new transit project in Austin, Texas as well !

"Be a part of the exiting Light Rail project that will bring a new mode of transportation to the City of Austin. Austin Light Rail Phase 1 will provide access to some of the city’s most-visited destinations — connecting locals and visitors to places they need and want to go for work and play like UT, Downtown, the Hike-and-Bike Trail, East Riverside and South Congress."

Ready to put your skills to work on Technical or Engineering projects? Are you great with people and have willingness to work hard to get the job done? Parsons is seeking a candidate with a desire to enhance the fabric of our community and improve the quality of life in the Cities we work in. This role has a specific focus on supporting design work of urban rail transit maintenance facilities.

In this role, you will perform a wide variety of difficult architectural assignments by applying architectural design standards, practices, and techniques. The incumbent at this level is a fully qualified Architect who is proficient in developing creative architectural solutions. This role can be virtually based anywhere in the USA, with a preference for being based in Austin, Texas. Hybrid remote working offered as well for professional who lives in a city where a Parsons office is located.

Responsibilities:

Performs a variety of assignments such as conducting architectural studies, developing design concepts and design criteria, and preparing related reports.

Concept design of urban rail transit maintenance facilities is a prime focus of this role.

Reviews drawings, renderings, layouts, study models, construction documents, and color boards prepared by Architectural Designers. Ensures compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.

Provides technical consultations for interdisciplinary analytical studies and analyses.

Writes construction specifications and prepares detailed requisitions for equipment and materials. Interfaces with suppliers as required.

Reviews supplier drawings and samples, and performs technical bid analyses.

Coordinates work with engineering and construction units at project site. Reviews, approves, and issues detailed design and construction drawings and specifications prepared by others.

Provides the seal and signature of a professional architect when required by statute or contract.

Provides technical guidance to lower-level Architects and Architectural Designer/Drafters working on the same project. Keeps abreast of current technologies via technical subscriptions and attendance at conferences.

Prepares staffing estimates and execution plans.


Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (or equivalent) is required and typically 10 years or more of Related Experience.

 Professional registration (RA) is required.

Any experience with design of rail transit maintenance facilities is essential, from anywhere in the world.


Requires proficiency in the application of architectural design standards, practices, techniques, and concepts. Proficiency in Revit and other PC software packages typically associated with architectural design is also required. The ability to make presentations to clients and others is preferred.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!Salary Range: $117,000.00 - $210,600.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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