Architect Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

Architect Atrium Housing, Inc. New Orleans, LA 70130

• Hybrid work Atrium Housing, Inc.

(Atrium) is a 501(c)3 non-profit affordable housing developer with offices in New Orleans, LA and St. Petersburg, FL. Atrium’s mission is to enhance our communities and residents’ lives by developing, acquiring, and operating high quality affordable housing paired with supportive services. Our primary service area is the Gulf Coast, from Texas to Florida, as well as select surrounding states and parts of the Midwest. Atrium has 4 new construction developments currently under construction in Louisiana totaling 400 affordable apartments, 4 rehab projects with 450 apartments in pre-development, and a pipeline of over 1000 additional apartments in Missouri, Texas, Florida, and Indiana. AHI is seeking to expand its team in order to complete these developments and our pipeline of future projects. The Architect will work closely with the Project Manager and 3rd party Architecture firms to advance new construction & rehab projects from site selection through pre-development and construction. The Architect advances the mission of Atrium through the fulfillment of its strategic plan and the continued growth of its housing portfolio. A high level of professional expertise is expected and the ability to complete multiple projects simultaneously is a must.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Conceptualization & Design Coordinate and manage relationships with third-party architects, including joint-venture partners Collaborate with the internal team on project feasibility, design concepts, and construction estimating, including early stage site-selection & zoning Serve as a key design liaison across internal stakeholders, external consultants, and development partners Review architectural plans and ensure compliance with applicable codes, accessibility standards, and affordable housing program requirements (e.g., LIHTC, HUD) Participate in early-stage site and zoning assessments Provide technical support for value engineering and design revisions Review contractor work scopes for pricing and completeness Construction and Close Out Work with the Project Manager & Construction Manager to ensure construction proceeds according to schedule and budget Review and respond to RFIs from contractors Assist with occasional site visits and unit turnover Community and Public Relations Develop and maintain positive relationships with external funders, partners, architects, public officials, community stakeholders and neighborhood associations Assist with project presentations to various funders and public officials, as well as community and neighborhood associations

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Licensed architect with a minimum of 5 years of experience Strong background in multifamily residential design; affordable housing & historic rehab experience strongly preferred Experience with LIHTC projects is a plus, but not required Ability to lead architectural discussions and coordinate effectively with outside design teams Familiarity with pre-construction estimating and development timelines Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, in addition to possessing strong relationship management skills Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively delegate, manage and motivate outside contractors and professionals Sound and accurate judgment with an ability to support and explain reasoning for decisions Atrium has a flexible work structure with an office in the New Orleans CBD. An ideal candidate would be located in Louisiana or Tampa Bay Area, FL. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package that includes:

• Employer paid medical and dental
• IRA with employer matching,
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Compensation based on experience

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$75,000.00 – $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Work Location:

Hybrid remote in New Orleans, LA 70130