Associate Principal

Position:
Associate Architectural Principal

Are you ready to elevate your career in architecture? We are seeking a talented and passionate Associate Architectural Principal to join our innovative firm. In this role, you will lead transformative projects that shape communities and redefine spaces.

About Us:
Identity Architects is a dynamic architectural firm dedicated to creating innovative and sustainable designs that inspire and enrich communities. We believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where all team members' contributions are valued and respected.

Position Overview:
As an Associate Principal at Identity Architects, you will be responsible for leading design projects, managing client relationships, and overseeing project teams. This role requires a blend of creative vision, technical expertise, and strong leadership skills to ensure the successful delivery of architectural solutions.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Architecture or related field
• Professional licensure as an architect (AIA preferred)
• 8+ years of experience in architectural design and 5+ years in project management
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale projects
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in architectural design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp)

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership:

• Lead and manage architectural projects from concept through completion
• Develop design strategies that align with client goals and project requirements
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality

Client Management:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients
• Present design proposals and progress updates to clients and stakeholders

Team Collaboration:

• Mentor and guide junior architects and design staff
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, contractors, and consultants

Design Development:

• Conceptualize innovative design solutions that meet functional and aesthetic criteria
• Oversee the development of architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents

Quality Assurance:

• Conduct design reviews and quality checks throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and industry standards

Business Development:

• Contribute to the firm's strategic planning and business development efforts
• Participate in marketing and promotional activities to enhance the firm's profile

Traits We Value:

1. Self-Reliance and Authority

• A self-reliant individual who is most comfortable with projects and some authority. This individual may use caution when approaching situations beyond their range of experience. Outside authority or expertise is relied upon in such situations
• Assertive and visionary, this person is decisive and can accept responsibility for their actions.

2. Analytical and Logical Orientation

• This individual has a broad understanding of events and potential outcomes.
• This individual may gravitate toward logic problems rather than situations requiring social or persuasive sales skills. They are happiest when working on their own and may appear insensitive or uncooperative when managing others
• This person does not easily share their feelings and prefers to think with their head, rather than with their heart. Their detachment from events does not mean they are unaware of events or others' feelings. They are distancing themselves from the distraction of emotions to think more clearly

3. Adaptability and Flexibility

• This person likes to initiate and finish activities in quick succession. They prefer variety in their circumstances and like working under pressure and time constraints. Forcing them into positions requiring methodical behavior is likely to induce disruptive behavior. This individual is very effective when provided with or allowed to set priorities. They enjoy troubleshooting and then moving on
• This person may seem compliant in most situations but can exhibit more expeditious behavior when implied from the work assigned.
• This person's behavior is malleable. They can modify their personality and comfortably behave out of character for longer periods than most people are capable of. They are pliable in the face of stress and can bounce back faster than most people

4. Introspection and Technical Focus

• This person may seem aloof and might take their time gaining familiarity with others. Introspective, they naturally fill positions requiring technical, tangible knowledge or the ability to deal with objects rather than people. They are skeptics and do not take a stranger's word at face value but require proof to accept new concepts and ideas. They are quiet, reserved, and direct speakers.

5. Creativity and Innovation

• This person thinks so far outside of the obvious pattern, they aren't aware of what's "normal". They are the epitome of thinking outside the box. There is no box. Whether they work with
• concepts or objects, this person can find rare solutions that may bend business in unexpected directions. Ingenuity is enhanced by experience and education
• Enjoys obstacles and expects latitude from management in how problems are dealt with. May develop new procedures rather than follow a preset guide. This individual is consistently dissatisfied with the current methods and never stops seeking a better way.

6. Generalist with Attention to Detail

• This is a generalist but is willing to become involved with detail if necessary or if the subject is of interest. This person considers supervision necessary when others' qualifications are unknown
• This person likes variation in their work but can focus on redundant tasks for short periods of time without losing interest.

Company Culture

The Identity Architects' team is a diverse group of professionals with a wide range of credentials and includes a database of experts we work with daily. Our people understand that no one person has all the answers to the complex environment. At Identity Architects we have a "no doors' policy. We have no doors in our studio and all employees are encouraged to constructively engage in any conversation regardless of invitation, status, or expertise. Concise communications and our open culture designed to share knowledge are key to our ability to create, innovate and bridge gaps between the 'Big Picture' and the 'Details." In 2003 David and Keenon solidified their successful partnership; today they proudly represent Identity Architects Inc, a firm dedicated to positive client experiences through a disciplined and engaging process with high quality results.