BLDD Architects

Architect

• Collaborate with other architects, engineers, interior and graphic designers, and builders to further understand how the space should function and appear.
• Prepares sketches and/or other visual aids to showcase preliminary designs, drawings and reports, utilizing design applications.
• Modifies plans as required.
• Maintains current knowledge of trends and materials, techniques, and other innovative developments in design.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with clients, networking groups, professional organizations, and the local community to promote brand awareness.
• Plans, designs, and facilitates the execution of elements for new building designs and/or building expansions, or renovations designs.
• Demonstrates strong technical understanding and provides guidance to Architect 1.
• Collaborates with internal team members to select and determine materials and provides recommendations to Architect 3.
• Creates detailed plans integrating engineering, electrical, and HVAC considerations; presents plans to Architect 3 for review and approval.
• Visits the project site to monitor progress and ensure client satisfaction, resolving any complaints or concerns.
• Coordinates with clients regarding designs and specifications, collaborating with the Sr. Architect on estimated costs and proposed construction schedule.
• Orders or obtains necessary materials, adhering to project and budget specifications.
• Identifies, through consultation, client’s preferences to define their priorities and visions in terms of needs vs. desires.
• Prepares scale drawings and contract requirements and submits for bids.
• Collaborate with clients to select and award contracts.
• Determines timelines and project costs and presents accurate estimates to clients and BLDD design leaders.
• Manages Design team members, providing guidance and direction throughout all phases of the project life cycle; oversees the installation of materials and other design elements.