Director of Architecture

Merus • Full-time • Cincinnati, OH, US • 4w ago

Why Merus?

Formerly known as Al. Neyer, Merus combines more than 130 years of commercial real estate expertise with an integrated team of company owners. We specialize in the design, construction, development, ownership,

and management of a diverse portfolio of real estate assets across a growing footprint in the eastern U.S.

We’re all owners here. This not only sets us apart but deeply influences our culture and operations. Every team member demonstrates a deeper sense of ownership and accountability — in both their daily tasks and the collective success of the organization. Learn more about our culture at www.merus1894.com.

Summary of Responsibilities

The Director of Architecture is responsible for directing project Architecture & Engineering teams in the design development, final design, and construction administration of assigned projects, and the mentoring of assigned staff. Position is focused on Industrial product type and extensive experience in Industrial is desirable.

Essential Job Functions

Managing Final Design personnel, including hiring, reviewing, directing, consulting and training.
Coordination and prioritization of resources to ensure timely completion of project final design and construction administration activity.
Assuring appropriate quality of final design for both internal and external customers.
Assuring accuracy and completeness of final design documents.
Forecasting weekly and monthly workload.
Leading client meetings and presentations.
Developing Final Design Department project budgets to be integrated into overall project design budget for submittal to internal and external customers.
Monitoring and maintaining approved Final Design Department project budgets
Assuring adequate Design Development of projects.
Coordinating with the Vice President, Architecture on an ongoing basis, and advising the architectural staff on code, technical and construction issues.
Performing in the capacity of a Senior Project Architect, as appropriate.
Assisting Senior Project Managers with code and technical issues that may affect project budgets and/or schedules.

Essential Competencies

Develops Talent – Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization’s goals.
Situational Adaptability – Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations
Manages Complexity – Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
Plans and Aligns – Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
Builds Networks – Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.
Tech Savvy – Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications.
Organizational Savvy – Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational goals.

Position Requirements

Demonstrate mastery of the architecture practice, design standards and supervising a design team with technical expertise in drawings, specifications, and building materials.
Maintain an architecture license
Have excellent leadership and mentoring skills
Have superior ability to communicate, verbally and in writing, with all levels of the project team and clients
Demonstrated experience in programming, site evaluation, site planning, schematic design, design development, construction documents preparation, and construction administration for commercial projects, including bulk distribution, industrial, office, medical office, and multi-family projects.
Strong design, graphics, and communication skills.

Qualifications and Experience

12-15 years post-graduate experience in an architectural office
Hold a Bachelor’s of Architecture (B.Arch) or Master’s of Architecture (M.Arch) degree and National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) certification.
Experience with AutoCAD and Revit
Demonstrated experience in all phases of architectural practices, managerial and leadership skills
Demonstrated experience and leadership in Industrial product type, including bulk distribution, flex warehouse, speculative, and build-to-suit is desirable.
LEED Experience desirable

Safety Hazard of the Job

Normal safety hazards associated with office work, and with occasional observational visits to construction sites.

Physical Demands

Low physical effort required to sit, stand at files, bend, stoop, lift, and walk. Maximum unassisted lift is 35 lbs. Average lift is less than 10 lbs. Requires ability to use a keyboard and monitor. Also requires the ability to communicate verbally, both in person and on the telephone. May require some travel.

Environmental Requirements

Average inside office environment. Average office noise levels. No personal protective equipment is required. Ambient temperature is between 68°F and 76°F.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and other management as required. This job description is not a contract or offer for employment, and either you or Merus may terminate employment at any time for any reason.

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