Architectural Project Coordinator

We asked an Architectural Project Coordinator why she likes doing this job for CP and her response was "I like the challenge of space planning a lot - there is something enjoyable about making that puzzle work!" We also asked what CP offers that her former company did not and her response was "The freedom to express myself, the ability to be creative and appreciated."

We asked a current Project Coordinator why they like doing this job for CP and her reply was "It provides a challenge. I'm able to use what knowledge I've accumulated over the years and apply it to projects to achieve a solution or goal. We also asked what does CP offer that your last company didn't, and her reply was "Support. I never feel as though I'm being left out to dry. If I run into a situation, my supervisor is always there to help me, and I'm surrounded by other team members who would help me if I need it."

An Architectural Project Coordinator is responsible for design and production of architectural construction documents under the supervision of a Sr. Project Coordinator/Project Manager/Project Architect, including design, set up and coordination of the documents, based on standard architectural/engineering practices and applicable codes.

Requirements:

An Architectural Project Coordinator II shall have a minimum high school level diploma and drafting and design experience in an architectural/ engineering office. This position requires proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit and an understanding of architecture/engineering, building construction, knowledge of the applicable codes and an understanding of their interpretation.

Responsibilities:

• Design and produce architectural details, construction documents, and specifications.
• Complete designated scope of work within allotted hours and deadline.
• Delegate, review, manage and accept responsibility for work of members on team.
• Manage and assist the permitting process, including response to comments for architecture and consultants.
• Manage, with minimal assistance, the bidding procedures.
• Provide administrative assistance and field assistance with Construction Administration.
• Mentoring and coaching other team members.
• May have client contact.

Skills:

• Research and apply applicable codes, limited interaction with code enforcement agencies.
• Coordinate with other disciplines, including running a kickoff meeting.
• Receive and assimilate project information from the Project Manager and/or the client.
• Work with Project/Program Manager to provide appropriate level of customer service to the client.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal are required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time, able to handle stressful situations and multi-tasking, able to work under time constraints, long hours may be required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Overtime (40+ hours) may be required as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Must be able to handle stressful situations, multi-tasking, and working within reasonable time constraints to meet production schedules and budgets. Will work in normal office environment and may also be required to work outside of a normal office from time-to-time.

The above criteria has been developed to establish guidelines for this position, but note that these are only guidelines, and a person’s ability, talent, effort, personality, and other aspects of the profession shall become a deciding factor for each position.

Promotions are dependent on effort, attitude, ability, need, and schooling and should not be considered automatic.

Cuhaci Peterson provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Cuhaci & Peterson complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Additionally, this job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship between the employee and Cuhaci Peterson Architects, Engineers & Planners, Inc.