Senior Architect - Washington, DC

Senior Architect - Washington, DC

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Senior Architect - Washington, DC

Parsons is one of the world's largest transportation planning, engineering, and construction firms. We have an extensive portfolio of diverse transportation projects including rail and transit, road and highway, bridge and tunnel, and aviation infrastructure. Parsons expertise encompasses all phases of transportation engineering operations - from the initial planning stage through final design, construction, and commissioning. Parsons has the people and power to move the world.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Performs 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.

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

Reviews CAD 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.

Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Qualifications:

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in Architecture (or equivalent) is required with 8-10 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree and 8 years related experience. Professional registration is required in DC / Virginia. Experience with rail/transit signage required. WMATA experience strongly preferred.


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

Parsons offers an ethical, challenging, diverse, rewarding and fun work experience where enthusiastic, responsible people use their energy, talent and dedication to make a difference in the world.

Candidates are encouraged to apply at company website or company website . We provide career growth and development, a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; tuition reimbursement program; credit union membership; Employee Stock Ownership Plan and a 401(k) plan. Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. M/W/D/V.

Founded in 1944, Parsons, an engineering, construction, technical, and management services firm with revenues of $2.7 billion in 2010, is 100% owned by the Employee Stock Ownership Trust. We conquer the toughest logistical challenges and deliver design/design-build, program/construction management, professional services, and innovative alternative delivery solutions to private industrial customers worldwide as well as to federal, regional, and local government agencies. Parsons is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, environmental, and defense/security. Currently, more than 10,500 Parsons' employees are engaged in more than 4,500 projects in 50 states and 24 countries. These dedicated workers speak 72 languages collectively, and hold more than 7,900 college degrees and professional registrations. Parsons' employees continue to go anywhere in the world, meet every technical and management challenge, and persevere until the job is done.