KZF Design
Senior Architect
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Sr. Architect
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KZF Design .
Founded in 1956, KZF Design is a multidisciplinary firm that specializes in thoughtful and award‑winning designs. Our team includes architects, engineers, interior designers, and urban planners proficient in both public and private sectors. We have specific expertise in commercial, workplace, education, health & wellness, industrial, government, and justice projects. Based in downtown Cincinnati, KZF Design has a staff of over 75 professionals and delivers landmark projects across the country and around the world. We are a one‑stop shop for architectural and design needs.
Qualifications
Capable and experienced in all areas of Architecture with an emphasis on buildings and building site design
Experience producing Architectural design and construction documents in an A/E consulting firm
Understanding and experience with design and office related computer software and operating systems
Experience designing buildings to meet LEED criteria
Experience working with structural engineers, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, civil engineers, interior designers, and other technical personnel
Experience mentoring and supervising architects, designers, and technical personnel
Proficiency in REVIT
Familiarity with A/E industry BIM standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Comfortable with a broad range of project types
Familiarity and experience working with building codes
Capable and competent in all areas of building design
Proactive and assertive in problem solving
Staff management and client relationship skills
Comfortable working in teams and making group presentations
Experience providing marketing and project interview support
Experience managing parallel assignments
Experience working with Federal Government Agencies such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Justice and the US Army Corps of Engineers, a plus
Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation a plus; LEED certification a plus
Good written and oral communications skills; fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English
Ability to be registered in every state a plus- (NCARB Record preferred)
Responsibilities
Help our clients achieve their goals
Work with the Director and Project Managers to meet KZF goals and objectives
Respond to estimated budget hour requests from Division Managers and Project Managers
Assist project managers with development of project schedules and budgets
Provide technical, project management and client management support to projects
Work directly with the Director and KZF project managers and assume the “day‑to‑day” responsibility of Architectural design/production for assigned projects
Work with Project Managers to establish design parameters consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
Prepare Architectural design and construction documents in REVIT, per applicable standards
Coordinate with project managers regarding schedule and construction costs for each project scope of work
Seek advice and counsel from Director of Architectural Services as needed
Lead the interface with all professional disciplines assigned to the project to coordinate the work
Prepare Architectural design studies, written design narratives, calculations, and analysis, and direct Architectural staff as required
Research building materials and systems and select appropriate items for incorporation into the building design
Maintain a general knowledge of mechanical, electrical, structural, civil, fire protection and telecom building systems; coordinate these systems with the architectural design
Perform conceptual planning and design and confirm the requirements of assigned projects are consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
Prepare design documents as required for all phases of design (concept, schematic, design development, construction documents)
Prepare documents in conformance with KZF standards and quality control requirements
Prepare outline and final construction document specifications, and coordinate the work with other project specifications
Assist with and prepare construction cost estimates
Remain current with new products and tools that will assist you in better meeting our client’s needs
Conduct field investigations as required to understand project requirements
Research and prepare building code analysis
Maintain technical accuracy, constructability, code conformance, and appropriate level of detail for project designs
Assist in mentoring and technical development of Electrical staff
Participating in value engineering
Attend and participate in project team meetings
Maintain technical expertise in your profession and area of work
Assist in the development and maintenance of architectural design standards including master specifications, Architectural standards, drawing standard procedures, CADD standards and project documentation standards, as assigned by the Director
Provide REVIT support to the Construction Administration Department and other team members on projects
Seal all documents for which you are in responsible charge
Assist with construction administration, provide bidding assistance, review shop drawings, prepare construction submittals, participate in construction site observation, prepare Request for Information (RFI) responses and work with the Construction Administration Department and other team members to resolve construction issues in a timely manner
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries Architecture and Planning
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Sr. Architect
role at
KZF Design .
Founded in 1956, KZF Design is a multidisciplinary firm that specializes in thoughtful and award‑winning designs. Our team includes architects, engineers, interior designers, and urban planners proficient in both public and private sectors. We have specific expertise in commercial, workplace, education, health & wellness, industrial, government, and justice projects. Based in downtown Cincinnati, KZF Design has a staff of over 75 professionals and delivers landmark projects across the country and around the world. We are a one‑stop shop for architectural and design needs.
Qualifications
Capable and experienced in all areas of Architecture with an emphasis on buildings and building site design
Experience producing Architectural design and construction documents in an A/E consulting firm
Understanding and experience with design and office related computer software and operating systems
Experience designing buildings to meet LEED criteria
Experience working with structural engineers, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, civil engineers, interior designers, and other technical personnel
Experience mentoring and supervising architects, designers, and technical personnel
Proficiency in REVIT
Familiarity with A/E industry BIM standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Comfortable with a broad range of project types
Familiarity and experience working with building codes
Capable and competent in all areas of building design
Proactive and assertive in problem solving
Staff management and client relationship skills
Comfortable working in teams and making group presentations
Experience providing marketing and project interview support
Experience managing parallel assignments
Experience working with Federal Government Agencies such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Justice and the US Army Corps of Engineers, a plus
Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation a plus; LEED certification a plus
Good written and oral communications skills; fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English
Ability to be registered in every state a plus- (NCARB Record preferred)
Responsibilities
Help our clients achieve their goals
Work with the Director and Project Managers to meet KZF goals and objectives
Respond to estimated budget hour requests from Division Managers and Project Managers
Assist project managers with development of project schedules and budgets
Provide technical, project management and client management support to projects
Work directly with the Director and KZF project managers and assume the “day‑to‑day” responsibility of Architectural design/production for assigned projects
Work with Project Managers to establish design parameters consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
Prepare Architectural design and construction documents in REVIT, per applicable standards
Coordinate with project managers regarding schedule and construction costs for each project scope of work
Seek advice and counsel from Director of Architectural Services as needed
Lead the interface with all professional disciplines assigned to the project to coordinate the work
Prepare Architectural design studies, written design narratives, calculations, and analysis, and direct Architectural staff as required
Research building materials and systems and select appropriate items for incorporation into the building design
Maintain a general knowledge of mechanical, electrical, structural, civil, fire protection and telecom building systems; coordinate these systems with the architectural design
Perform conceptual planning and design and confirm the requirements of assigned projects are consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
Prepare design documents as required for all phases of design (concept, schematic, design development, construction documents)
Prepare documents in conformance with KZF standards and quality control requirements
Prepare outline and final construction document specifications, and coordinate the work with other project specifications
Assist with and prepare construction cost estimates
Remain current with new products and tools that will assist you in better meeting our client’s needs
Conduct field investigations as required to understand project requirements
Research and prepare building code analysis
Maintain technical accuracy, constructability, code conformance, and appropriate level of detail for project designs
Assist in mentoring and technical development of Electrical staff
Participating in value engineering
Attend and participate in project team meetings
Maintain technical expertise in your profession and area of work
Assist in the development and maintenance of architectural design standards including master specifications, Architectural standards, drawing standard procedures, CADD standards and project documentation standards, as assigned by the Director
Provide REVIT support to the Construction Administration Department and other team members on projects
Seal all documents for which you are in responsible charge
Assist with construction administration, provide bidding assistance, review shop drawings, prepare construction submittals, participate in construction site observation, prepare Request for Information (RFI) responses and work with the Construction Administration Department and other team members to resolve construction issues in a timely manner
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries Architecture and Planning
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at KZF Design by 2x
Blue Ash, OH
#J-18808-Ljbffr