FXCollaborative Hiring for Architect – Construction Administration at Brooklyn, NY Full Time

FXCollaborative is an established architectural, interior design, planning, and urban design firm based in New York City. Noted for its commitment to sustainable design the firm has been recognized through local, national, and international design excellence awards and feature articles in the most prestigious design publications. The practice encompasses corporate, civic, cultural, educational, transportation, residential, hospitality, office, retail, and mixed-use projects on a variety of scales, from single story to high-rise.

We are currently seeking an Architect – Construction Administration with at least 10 years experience. This position will be responsible for all activities related to project construction administration, including reviewing submittals and shop drawings, field observations, s and change orders.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and oversee the contract administration process on more than one project with emphasis on efficiency, timeliness, quality assurance and risk management.
• Oversee and coordinate with other staff working on Construction Administration.
• Evaluate necessary changes in construction documents and implement changes needed.
• Review field conditions and issue construction sketches to resolve issues quickly.
• Participate in project status meetings with Construction Managers and Ownership.
• Conduct on-site observations, prepare documentation, and issue field s to Owner and related parties.
• Coordinate with the architecture/engineering team to ensure project completion is in compliance with contract documents and specifications, and meets all regulatory requirements and building codes.
• Review change order requests from the CM/GC and make recommendations to the Owner concerning appropriateness of request.

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years related experience in construction administration.
• Must have experience with commercial and multi-unit, high-rise residential projects.
• Prior experience in successfully leading project teams and coordinating with project consultants/clients is required.
• Candidates should have strong design and technical skills, as well as excellent written and verbal communications skills.

• Candidate should be proficient with AutoCAD and Bluebeam Revu, and conversant with REVIT/BIM and other related design software. Familiarity with Newforma Database software preferred.
• Licensed Architects preferred.
• LEED accredited preferred.
• A graduate of an accredited Masters or Bachelor of Architecture degree program or related combination.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status, transgender, gender identity or expression, observance of the Sabbath, political activities, caregiver status, unemployment status, use of a service dog, criminal/arrest record, credit history, lawful use of any product or lawful recreational activities when not at work, traits historically associated with race, religious attire or facial hair, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status. FXCollaborative takes affirmative action in support of its policy to and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.