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AECOM Technical Design Leader - Architecture in Boston, Massachusetts
Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM is seeking a highly talented Architect with experience in technical design of complex buildings to join our Boston practice and foster technical excellence and innovation across a variety of building types.
We are seeking a leader who is driven by a passion for developing technical details and specifications, delivering quality work, mentoring staff, and coordinating design across multi-disciplinary teams.
Job Summary/Responsibilities
As an Aviation Design and Technical Leader with recognized airport expertise and experience, you will lead interdisciplinary teams. Leveraging your industry experience and technical acumen, you will drive a wide range of project types and sizes through all phases of design, documentation, and construction.
The successful candidate will be an experienced team leader and will have the opportunity to lead not only from a project perspective, but from a practice and culture standpoint. The right person will be an integral part of our aviation architecture practice.
What you will do:
You will review the design and technical development and delivery of a wide range of projects in the studio. You will have a role in guiding teams and projects through SD, DD, and CDs, providing technical details, design and review
Create and coordinate Revit models for complex buildings with a keen understanding of the construction process, specifications, and applicable building codes
Organize and oversee the preparation of Construction Documents
Reviewing BIM, DDs, CDs, submittals and RFIs to ensure that all conform to appropriate specifications, standards and building codes during construction
Develop technical solutions to a wide range of challenging technical problems
Oversee the work of more junior designers and architects
Manage technical interface coordination including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, landscape, and civil consultants
Support coordination of technical details between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials
AECOM’s Buildings + Places practice includes architecture, interiors, building engineering, workplace strategy, business transformation, asset advisory, economics and development planning, master planning, urban planning, and landscape architecture. With a range of expertise from strategy and design through project realization, we create better outcomes to grow economies, protect natural systems, conserve natural resources, make societies more equitable, and connect and engage people through innovative, sustainable design solutions. Our teams have worked on signature projects such as the London 2012 Olympic Park and Legacy Framework, to the new plan for the LA2028 Olympics, to industrial facilities for GE and Rolls-Royce, to headquarters and workplaces for NASA, Unilever, Sony Music, DirecTV, Box, Inc., and many Fortune 500 companies.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture plus a minimum of eight (8) years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Licensed Architect with NCARB Certification
Due to the nature of this position, U.S. Citizenship is required
Preferred Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (BArch) or Bachelor of Science in Architecture plus a Master’s degree in Architecture
Ten (10) years of relevant experience in Architectural design, resolving technical issues
Revit and BIM as well as experience with Photoshop, Microsoft Office Suite, InDesign, and software such as Rhino, SketchUp, or other visualization tools
Expert knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building systems
Experience with project delivery types including CM at Risk
Affinity with developing details and experience in construction documents
Experience leading technical development in integrated design teams of varying sizes to accomplish project delivery from concept through construction document completion and may perform construction administration
Ability to obtain a security clearance
Additional Information
Relocation is available for this position
Sponsorship is not available for this position
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $120,000.00 - $170,000.00.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10122618
Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: East
Career Area: Design
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc