Director of Architecture

Overview

At Corgan we are passionate about great design but the best thing we build is each other. Here, you’ll find camaraderie and collaboration as abundantly as curiosity and creativity. Corgan is a welcoming and supportive environment that provides significant career advantages. You’ll find room to grow, freedom to explore — and the safety to fail. Thank you for your interest in joining our curious, passionate, hardworking team.

Corgan is actively recruiting a dynamic Director of Architecture to join the firm. Tackle these responsibilities alongside a team of creative, highly motivated individuals who are passionate about their work and ready to collaborate to achieve outstanding results. Our ideal team member is passionate and progressively seeking more responsibilities to expand their expertise.

Responsibilities

• Understand project documentation practices in all disciplines and major building typologies
• Understand Specifications integration
• Code compliance reviews and consultation
• Integrate internal building design subject matter expertise (acoustics, hardware, etc.)
• Identify, evaluate and coordinate subconsultant roles and services
• Be a creative problem solver, able to define several solutions and serve internal stakeholders
• Analyze current processes and find areas of needed efficiencies (Observer/Assessor)
• Have a deep understanding of BIM processes, capabilities and emerging computational tools (Revit, BIM, Shared Collaboration Platforms, common data environments , and other data platforms ).
• Support the development of internal project controls, processes and procedures
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices as well as an innate understanding of risk management strategies
• Serve as a firm resource for technical design support partnering and mentoring with project teams to develop strategies within projects by providing leadership, guidance, and support to meet built environment goals.
• Identify industry trends and propose best practices as they relate to technical design.
• Participate in industry events, associations and serve as the firm representative in community and network events related to technical design and design technology.
• Conduct or provide for Independent Technical Drawing Reviews, Constructability Reviews, Coordination Reviews or Peer Reviews as needed in conjunction with project principals
  
  

Qualifications

15+ years of experience in Architecture

Bachelors’ degree required.

Architectural Registration required.

Proficiency and expertise in the full range of architectural building systems such as enclosures, moisture migration, energy efficiency, roofing systems, curtainwall assemblies and building systems integration

Strong knowledge and application of national building codes and regulations

Experience with international projects, codes and building systems desired

Strong knowledge of specifications development and integration

Strong experience in cost estimating and construction administration

Excellent communication skills, including written, graphic, and verbal presentation skills.

Working knowledge of design softwares (Revit, Sketchup, Rhino, Grasshopper, etc.), Coordination tools (Navisworks), Information Management Tools (Newforma, ProCore), Visualization tools (Enscape, Affinity), Cloud Tools (Autodesk Construction Cloud)

Proficiency required:

• Revit/BIM project delivery
• Project Information Management (Newforma/Procore)

Awareness desired:

• Modeling tools (Sketchup/Rhino 3d/Enscape)
• Emerging AI Tools
• Scripting tools ((Python/Grasshopper/Dynamo)
• Staffing methodologies (Project Planner/Planify)
• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and assess priorities effectively.
• Ability to work closely with multiple project roles and teams.
  
  

Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics is unwavering. Our passion, drive for excellence, and abiding curiosity guide us each day in our interaction with our clients, partners, associates, and with each other. Corgan promotes a healthy work-life balance by removing obstacles and allowing you to focus on what you love doing, both inside and outside the office.

Join Corgan and help make amazing places at a place that makes you amazing!

Base Salary Range: $150,000.00- $228,000.00 annually – Based on geographical location.

The estimate range represents the general base salary range. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. In addition, base salary is not inclusive of total compensation.

*Only applications received through our website will be considered. For design positions, please also be sure to upload your portfolio or review of your application will be delayed. *

EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet