Dekker

Administration

• Contributes to development and improvement of Construction Administrative process with an emphasis on efficiency, quality assurance, and timely project close out
• Reviews and processes construction administrative tasks such as field observation reports, submittals, RFIs, ASIs and pays applications in a timely manner
• Represents Dekker in most/all construction progress meetings and conducts field observations
• Provides oversight for reviews and responses completed by other team members as appropriate
• Informs Project Manager of any major construction issues or changes that incur significant cost/time, owner concerns, and/or tension with General Contractor, etc., immediately
• Shares lessons learned from the field with project design and quality management teams
• Builds and maintains favorable working relationships with Client, Contractor, and all team members
• Identifies and communicates out project progress, accomplishments, challenges, and support needed to complete responsibilities

Construction Administrator

Architect

• Plan, organize and conduct photoshoots independently
• Act as a photography assistant on select photoshoots
• Distribute contact sheets for team selection and organize files appropriately on servers
• Digital post-processing (color correction, composting, retouching, etc.) for final distribution of selected photos
• Manage/track time and equipment usage for reimbursement
• Ability to establish good working relationships with executive level leadership, project teams, marketing and communications team
• Ability to manage and prioritize simultaneous projects

Architectural Photographer

• Be a key part of Dekker as we step into our next phase of growth and evolution in architectural design
• Lead Client-based teams through all phases of a project’s development
• Work directly with Clients and end Users to develop and refine programming, campus and department planning, and detailed department and room functional planning
• Knowledge of essential metrics for a wide spectrum of projects
• Work with clients to improve their process and flow
• Maintain and build Client-based institutional knowledge
• Mentor and teach staff, and build the overall capacity of the firm’s teams
• Be engaged in continual research, teaching, and dialog on architectural design innovations
• Lead pursuits of new projects, Clients, and Markets
• Engage and participate firm-wide in projects across multiple offices

Project Architect

• Collaboratively engage in project work with responsibilities as assigned.
• Oversee and support Construction Administration Coordinators, including task coordination, mentoring, and onboarding support.
• Support Construction Administrators and design teams throughout construction by facilitating documentation, coordination, and issue resolution.
• Oversee the construction administration process studio-wide to ensure accurate, consistent, and high-quality documentation and communication.
• Review construction administration documents for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with firm standards.
• Assemble, log, distribute, and maintain construction administrative documents and current construction document sets.
• Communicate project status, accomplishments, challenges, and support needs clearly and proactively.
• Identify opportunities to streamline, standardize, and improve construction administration workflows and processes across the studio.

Senior Construction Administration Coordinator

• Lead project teams, produce well-coordinated drawings and specifications, and communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and contractors
• Contribute meaningfully to Dekker’s ongoing evolution as we grow our impact in public-sector architecture
• Lead client-focused project teams through all phases, from early concept to construction closeout
• Strengthen the Studio’s capabilities within the public safety and workplace project types
• Maintain and build long-term client knowledge and relationships that support institutional continuity
• Mentor and coach junior designers, building the overall capacity of the Commercial Studio
• Stay curious and bring new ideas, design approaches, and innovations into the conversation
• Spearhead ongoing, rigorous design research and interdisciplinary team dialogues to promote innovative, unique ideas and elevated design thinking within the Studio
• Actively participate in cross-office collaboration and contribute to a shared culture of design excellence

Project Manager

• Lead client-focused project teams through all phases, from concept through construction closeout
• Translate client goals into actionable project plans that guide team structure, scope, and schedule
• Coordinate internal and consultant teams, clearly defining tasks, deliverables, and roles
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget throughout the life of a project
• Track performance against project milestones and provide clear, timely updates to stakeholders
• Anticipate project risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies
• Ensure high-quality documentation, coordination, and compliance with all project requirements
• Maintain awareness of client expectations, industry best practices, and quality standards
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance feedback for project team members
• Participate in strategic discussions related to studio operations and project delivery methods