Senior Architect, Architectural Lead

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Senior Architect, Architectural Lead

Company: Archinect


Description: BSA LifeStructures is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Architect to serve as an Architectural Lead on our team. In this role, you will provide leadership in architectural design and project planning, taking charge of complex initiatives while fostering meaningful client engagement throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.What You’ll Do:

• Focus on improving project results, including client satisfaction, design leadership, quality, staff engagement, and project profitability.
• Apply core processes, design tools, project management systems, and technology to ensure consistent and high-quality project delivery across the team.
• Oversee the creation of innovative design solutions, preparation of architectural documentation, and the seamless delivery of executable projects.
• Manage the Architectural studio as a business while cultivating a supportive and collaborative workplace. Prioritize staff supervision, communication, and organizational consistency to create a resilient and adaptable team.
• Identify and prioritize initiatives that advance knowledge and skills, such as training programs and team meetings. Regularly monitor business metrics—such as utilization, profitability, and revenue projections—and collaborate with Finance to establish solid contracts and set achievable fees.
• Mentor and support team members, sharing lessons learned and fostering discussions around design quality, project challenges, and improvement opportunities. Evaluate team strengths and weaknesses to help the Director develop an annual hiring plan.
• Instill accountability in project staffing, delivery, and client relationships, empowering your team to take ownership of their work.
• Partner with design leaders to elevate the quality of design on all projects, leveraging innovative design technologies and fostering creative solutions.
• Collaborate with leadership to review studio capacity, client expectations, feedback, and backlog, while working together to pursue new opportunities and deliver outstanding services.

Education and Experience:

• Educational Background: Accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture.
• Professional Licensure: Licensed Architect with current registration. NCARB certification preferred.
• Experience:

• At least 15 years related experience. Experience working on healing, learning, and/or discovery project types preferred.
• Prior experience in leading and managing a team is highly valued.

Why BSA LifeStructures?At BSA LifeStructures, we empower our team members to make a meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, you’ll have a direct financial stake in our growth and success while benefiting from a collaborative and innovative environment. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating spaces that support healing, learning, and discovery.Exceptional Benefits:We offer a comprehensive benefits package from day one, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Parental leave
• Hybrid work schedule
• Paid volunteer time and a giving back Program
• Employer-matched retirement funds and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Why You’ll Thrive at BSA LifeStructures:Our core values define us:

• Partners: Our employee-owners value team success as well as individual success.
• Purposeful: Our experts are solution oriented, creating inspired solutions in healing, learning, and discovery environments.
• Learners: We are constantly striving for expertise and sharing knowledge.
• Owners: We are committed to a culture of empowerment; thinking and acting like employee-owners to ensure the success of our clients and our business.
• Ideal Team Players: We are humble, hungry, and smart.

If these values resonate with you, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career with BSA LifeStructures!BSA LifeStructures is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary:

Location: Houston, TX

Date: Wed, 29 Jan 2025 08:41:42 GMT


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