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CARROLL DANIEL ENGINEERING LLC
LEAD ARCHITECT
Career Insights for Civil / Architectural Designer / Drafter
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What they do
A Civil or Architectural Designer or Drafter prepares detailed drawings for building plans and architectural designs. Creates drawings according to specifications provided by an architect, and uses computer-aided design and drafting technology.
$62,218 / year median in Georgia
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Architect Specific Provide architectural design leadership and project management throughout all phases of design and construction. Develop conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documents (drawings and specifications). Produce rendered images, animations, and marketing materials to support project pursuits and business development efforts. Deliver milestone packages in accordance with project schedules and quality standards. Establish and maintain drafting templates, BIM standards, and design libraries to support internal workflows. Support 5D / Model-Based Estimating collaboration with Preconstruction teams. Assist in Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) efforts including model coordination and clash detection. Apply knowledge of construction means and methods across projects of varying size and complexity. Support preconstruction planning, field coordination, and construction administration activities. Participate in site visits to gather data, verify existing conditions, and support field teams. Preconstruction Process Support design-build project pursuits, including development of project scope, preparation of proposal deliverables, and participation in client presentations and interviews. Along with the construction Operations Team Lead, coordinate with Preconstruction and Design to ensure the appropriate Budget is established, all design and preconstruction meetings are conducted, as required. Work with Preconstruction to analyze alternative design options Oversee Project Design Lead architectural design efforts from concept through construction, ensuring design intent, quality, and technical accuracy. Coordinate closely with civil, structural, and MEP engineering disciplines to develop integrated building solutions. Collaborate closely with construction, estimating, and engineering teams to ensure design solutions are practical, buildable, and aligned with project budgets. Ensure compliance with building codes, life safety requirements, and applicable regulations and other local codes and standards. Serve as a leader during design coordination meetings with clients, consultants, and internal project teams. Review submittals, respond to RFIs, and support the team during the construction administration phase. Coordinate multidisciplinary design efforts and resolve design conflicts, constructability issues, and field constraints early in the design process. Mentor and support the development of junior architects and designers. Coordinate with project management to ensure design deliverables meet project milestones. Contribute to continuous improvement of design standards, workflows, and technical practices within