2020-06-07
AECOM (www.aecom.com)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
Orlando
Florida
United States
United States of America - Florida, Orlando
Job Summary
AECOM is actively seeking a creative, highly talented Senior Architect for immediate employment as a Market Sector leader for Themed Entertainment & Leisure for the Orlando, FL office. AECOM is one of the global leaders in Themed Entertainment with Centers of excellence located in Los Angeles, Orlando and Abu Dhabi. We are proud to provide our employees with exciting, challenging projects.
AECOMs Themed Entertainment & Leisure practice is part of AECOM's Buildings + Places business line is dedicated to excellence and integrated design solutions. With a range of expertise from strategy through project realization, the connections we make among people and places provide new insight to better outcomes for clients and communities. Better outcomes grow economies, protect natural systems, conserve natural resources, make societies more equitable and make people healthier and happier. Our expertise includes economic and development planning, master planning, urban planning, architecture, interiors, building engineering, and landscape architecture.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, those listed below:
Lead business development opportunities and revenue growth for the Themed Entertainment & Leisure market.
Work with Global Market Sector leader on major projects on domestic & International pursuits.
Grow capabilities in Architecture and Engineering for Themed Resorts and attractions, Family Entertainment centers and resort hotels to increase revenue source.
Track industry trends and forward-thinking perspective and deliver seamless, integrated, collaborative services to our clients.
Develop and maintain a positive client relationship to preposition AECOM for future services.
Provide expertise & knowledge to the project lead architect/Facility Designer under the leadership of the design manager, in collaboration with all disciplines, client creative, Show/Ride, Design & Production and Operating partners.
Provide support to project lead and Project Facility Designer for design and implementation aspects of assigned projects
Support implementation of project goals/objectives through problem solving and development of design solutions; ensures adherence to department/divisional Standards of Practice
Prepare winning proposals
Resolves complex design and technical issues
Manages and leads all technical, financial, and client satisfaction areas using consistent processes and tools
Project teams may include 10 or members often representing multiple business lines, working in remote locations and including a subcontractor(s)
Reviews change order modification requests for entitlements for mid-sized projects or portions of larger projects
Manages budget and handle change orders when additional services are requested. Interfaces with staff, clients, and management
Manages project related contracts including budgets and timeline, cost tracking and ensuring all conditions in the contract are met, associated documents by means of RFI responses, submittal reviews, application of payments, and change orders
Evaluates contractor’s progress and make recommendations
Develops working conduit of communication between an owner or contractor and the design team
Address and resolves problems and assures the final success of a construction project
Reads and interprets contract requirements, architectural and engineering drawings, and project schedules
Works independently on assigned duties
Works and collaborates with Orlando office leadership and teams as part of a vibrant team-based environment.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
15+ years project management experience
Licensed Architect in Florida
Outstanding oral communication, written and presentation skills
Able to communicate highly technical concepts in terms that internal project managers and external clients can understand
Able to manage a team of experts to complete quality work products
Oversee marketing team in preparation of proposals
Must be detail oriented, thorough, well organized and effectively manage time
Team player with excellent listening skills and diplomacy; willingness to work with multiple different colleagues on a variety of initiatives
Has thorough knowledge and understanding of construction contracts, applicable codes, scheduling and familiarity with materials, methods and processes of construction
Good understanding of Revit, AutoCad and Adobe Creative Suite. Sketchup, Rhinoceros, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign
Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
Must be available to travel
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
What We Offer
When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world , but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
Job Category Architecture and Design
Business Line Buildings & Places
Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)
Country United States of America
Position Status Full-Time
Requisition/Vacancy No. 222581BR
Clearance Required No
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.