Lead Architect Project Manager

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible. The Stantec community unites approximately 32,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents.

Primary Purpose Of Job
As a Senior Architect, you will play a key leadership role in delivering high-quality projects in the buildings business line. Working alongside the Lead Architect and Architectural Technicians, you will take ownership of architectural design processes, lead the development of innovative concepts, and ensure the seamless execution of design solutions. Your experience ensures that you are quite familiar with construction plans, specifications, estimates and building codes. The ideal candidate will possess advanced technical expertise and substantial experience in complex architectural projects, while leading and mentoring others and collaborating with team members to contribute to the final deliverables as required.

Key Accountabilities

• Responsible for small to large projects of high complexity.
• Plan, organize, and direct the work throughout the life of the project to successfully deliver the project.
• Keep the Principal in Charge informed of progress on project expectations, deadlines, and deliverables and understand the limits of the decision-making responsibilities of the role and respect the boundaries of the Principal in Charge's responsibilities.
• Lead the project team to assure that the design meets the client budget, schedule, program, and design intent.
• Strong Revit skills, familiarity with clash coordination strategies a plus.
• Prepare and revise documentation in various architectural phases including site plans, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, details.
• Lead the construction administration phase with the design team, including but not limited to reviewing shop drawings and submittals, responds to RFIs, prepares site observation reports, and other contract administration tasks.
• Assist in the preparation of the project specifications.
• Coordination of specs with construction documents.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control on own projects.
• Mentoring other staff members in the tasks above to assist in team growth.
• Contribute to the strategic growth of the architectural team, sharing knowledge, and promoting best practices within the discipline.
• Ensure all architectural work adheres to Stantec's Core Values, Quality Systems, and Project Quality Procedures.
• Foster a collaborative environment with internal teams and external stakeholders, including clients and consultants.
• Identify and implement design innovations that align with industry trends and project requirements.

Capabilities and Credentials

• Requisite knowledge and application of accessibility codes, applicable building codes. Also, knowledge of building construction systems, means and methods, materials, and industry associated standards.
• Strong understanding of all phases of architectural document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of building construction systems means and methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Ability to conduct space planning, block planning and adjacencies in coordination with building program.
• Ability to develop floor plans, wall sections, and details.
• Ability to check work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
• Ability to lead one or more teams through all phases of architectural document production.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting through all phases of architectural document production.
• Ability to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Ability to hand sketch and communicate concepts and ideas to others effectively.
• Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material.
• Ability to communicate abstract ideas (verbal/written).
• Ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively while working remotely.
• Strong presentation and interview skills.
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUP.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
• A minimum of 8–10 years of professional experience, with a proven track record in leading architectural projects, especially in the Healthcare sector.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to effectively interact with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and enthusiastic, with a passion for continuous professional development and growth.

Primary Location:
India | Pune

Organization:
Stantec IN Business Unit

Employee Status:
Regular

Travel:
No

Schedule:
Full time

Job Posting:
22/04/2025 03:04:07

Req ID:
1000884