Project Architect

PROJECT ARCHITECT

LOCATION

Minneapolis, MN

Bloom is currently seeking a highly motivated, qualified and client service-oriented Project Architect. Our architectural department is growing, and we would love the chance to see if you fit in with the culture we have built. This is an opportunity to assume long-term growth at a dynamic firm of talented architects. We believe that any person with enough self-motivation can achieve anything, and that everyone deserves the chance to prove themselves. Every new employee brings with them unique talents and perspectives. We see value in that here at Bloom. We have developed a mentor-mentee culture that allows us to all share our experiences with one another; and in return we can all grow personally and professionally. Where you have shortcomings, others in the company may have strengths. Keep that in mind as you read through our preferred qualifications below. We see value in anything you can bring to the table; even if it's something other than what we have listed here.

Bloom Companies is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer.

JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS

Highly motivated, qualified and client service-oriented Project Architect with experience in various market sectors, both public and private, including governmental, commercial, K-12, higher education, transit/transportation facilities, and industrial clients

Develop solutions to both design and technical aspects of projects

Ability to lead research efforts related to building and zoning codes, and generally knowledgeable in jurisdictional processes

Demonstrate an ability to work on multiple projects while meeting budget and schedule constraints

Interact, communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external team members, clients and other agencies

Prepare and lead technical presentation to clients and project stakeholders

Contribute to the development of proposals and in various marketing pursuits including research and presentations

Responsible for business development strategy, network of contacts to attract new clients, research new market opportunities

Ability to identify and resolve challenges that may arise during the business development process

Manage existing clients, and ensure a steady pipeline of projects

Grow the company's market presence in the architectural sector - this involves identifying opportunities, forming strategic partnerships, and leveraging industry knowledge to gain a competitive advantage

Attend industry events, conferences, and local community gatherings to meet potential clients, collaborators, and influencers

Develop drawings in all phases of project documentation, from conceptual/ presentation to technical/construction documents

Contribute to the development of project specifications

Assists in research and coordination of materials and product for project specifications

Participate in activities that strengthen our culture, knowledge base, and capabilities Mentor and help develop staff

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture

5-10 years of relevant experience

Registered Architect or demonstrated progress toward becoming a Registered Architect - NCARB is a plus, but not required

Multidisciplinary experience in any or all of the following markets: Governmental, Commercial, K-12, Higher Education, Transit/Transportation Facilities, and Industrial

Good decision-making skills, flexibility, focus on quality and attention to detail

Excellent communication and time management skills

Strong leadership, team management, client communications skills

Proficiency in Revit, AutoCad, MS Office suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and other modeling or rendering software

Commitment to challenging yourself to constantly improve and keep learning

Team player willing to accept a full range of responsibilities

Excellent troubleshooting skills and an ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Project Management training is preferred

Experience with public project delivery process