Huitt-Zollars is hiring: Senior Designer in Albuquerque

ApplyDescriptionSenior DesignerRole Description: Huitt-Zollars has a great full-time opportunity for Senior Designer at our Albuquerqueoffice. The successful candidate is one who is committed to high quality design, sustainable architecture design practices, an enthusiastic, self-starter with a desire for learning and a collaborative spirit.Location: Albuquerque, New MexicoEmployment Type: 40 FT HoursCompensation Type: SalaryEducation: Bachelor's in Architecture requiredDuties:Prepare Architectural plans for projects focused on municipalities, health care, educational, and other facilities.Perform analysis of design and construction systems, planning studies, design layouts and construction details.Conduct site and construction inspections for information-gathering purposes, preparing reports.Execute material selections, and technical solutions.Analyze design and construction systems, design layouts and construction features, which require researching, compiling and recording information for assigned project work.Key Responsibilities:Takes active steps in the pursuit of winning new business or additional opportunities with existing clients and may be responsible for a stated portion of office sales goal. Assists and/or leads team in pursuit of new work (repeat work, SOQ and Proposals). Develops and/or executes project Win strategy.Successfully and consistently functions as Lead Principal-in-Charge for their designated Practice Area in geographic market.Competent, knowledgeable, service leader in the market(s) they service.Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.Prepares and follows comprehensive Project Framework Instructions and proper work planning for a project. Ensures proper staff is assigned and utilized on their projects.Reviews project reports and performance metrics to track project progress and budget. Leads successful projects (profit, on-schedule, quality, satisfied client). Verifies client satisfaction routinely and shares feedback with team.Proactively works with PM to strategize resolving issues that impact project performance. Reviews progress with PM at least monthly (including & completes vs. % spent) and that PM is adhering to weekly rhythm.Successfully contributes to the overall profitability and financial performance on projects.Oversees staff deliverables and production assigned to their projects to ensure client, legal, and company requirements are met.Role Competencies:Sharing Information: Conveying up-to date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders.Critical Thinking: Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias.Executes Strategy: Ensuring that people remain focused on accomplishing strategic goals by thoughtfully planning tasks and overcoming obstaclesFosters a Learning Culture: Creating an inspiring and engaging atmosphere where people feel motivated to grow, experiment, and learn new skills.Identifies Talent: Actively maintaining awareness of internal and external talent, current abilities, and hiring needs.Qualifications:Bachelor of Architecture requiredMinimum15 years in the profession as an Architect/Structural DesignProficient in REVIT, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office SuiteDemonstrated building construction technical experienceAbility to prioritize and deliver multiple projects with varying deadlinesExcellent verbal, written, and graphic communication skillsAbility to lead and coordinate consultant teamsAbility to interact with owners and user groupsStrong organizational and leadership skillsThis position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars' Core Value and Leadership Competencies.About Huitt-Zollars:Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients.Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page.Benefits & Perks:Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)MDLive TelehealthEmployer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability8 Paid HolidaysEmployee Morale/Teambuilding events and activitiesPaid Vacation/Annual LeavePaid Sick LeaveTuition ReimbursementCommuter BenefitsProfessional Societies and Registrations Fee ReimbursementsTerm Life / AD&D insuranceCancer and Specified Disease insuranceTwo retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOPPhysical Requirements:Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to lift up to 25 pounds on occasionThe employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilitiesApplicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Human Resources team and without an active, fully executed service agreement.Huitt-Zollars is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes.This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 60-300.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.