Architect

Job Description

Digital Building Components (DBC), part of the DPR Family of Companies, is seeking a skilled and passionate Architect to join our growing team. They will lead our architectural team and the architectural design and deliverables. Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural team.

• Leads project architectural design & coordination with internal and external teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Produces architectural team project budgets and project schedules.

• Manages design coordination with rainscreen subcontractors.

• Supports Sales and Estimating with project pursuits and client relationships.

• Leads the panelization, design, and detailing of our X-Series exterior wall panel product line.

• Reviews and coordinates team deliverables including shops drawings, fabrication details, and façade model coordination.

• Reviews project specifications related to finishes, fire rating, sound ratings, waterproofing, and thermal requirements to ensure Digital Building’s design and details are in alignment.

• Produces finished panel shop drawings and details for fabrication.

• Develops standard details for each of our exterior wall panel finish types.

• Coordinates with and supports other teams within Digital Building from sales through installation.

• Leads architectural scope for prototypes and project mockups.

• Leads architectural team efficiencies and continuous improvement.

• Research and understand applicable building and energy codes.

• Lead, understand, compliance with LEED and Living Building Standards.

• Supports HCAI submission for California healthcare projects.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Good communication and collaboration skills with a variety of stakeholders.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively within the constraints of prefabricated design.

• Proficient in software (Revit, Bluebeam, BIM360/ACC, Navisworks, Procore, Smartsheet, Box, Excel).

Education and Experience

• Architectural license preferred but not required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or 5+ years as an architectural designer.

• Possesses a solid understanding of IBC Ch. 14.

• Has experience with interior and exterior wall STC/IIC, fire ratings, waterproofing, and thermal R values.

• Has experience designing & detailing with EIFS and rainscreen systems.

• Has experience designing in high seismic areas and HCAI.

• Has a passion for efficiencies, cost savings, and continuous improvement.

• Prefabrication and/or manufacturing experience is preferred, but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times if needed.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

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