AFRY is an international engineering, design, and advisory company. We support our clients through delivering solutions and progressing sustainability and digitalization for generations to come. Our dedicated team of over 19,000 experts, across 40 countries on 5 continents, provides strategic and operational knowledge and advice across the value chain, underpinned by deep expertise and professional insights. AFRY USA supports process industry clients in Pulp & Paper, Mining & Metals, Food & Beverage, Chemicals, and Biorefining. Our expertise and know-how add value to our client's investments at every stage of their lifecycle, from sustaining CAPEX to large capital projects.
Making Future is about creating an impact and driving sustainable change. Our service offerings cover the entire project lifecycle, from corporate strategies to engineering studies and estimates, through implementation engineering, construction support, and commissioning and start-up services. We provide to our client's world-class project deliveries, market insights & strategies, and operational efficiency improvement evaluations. Best-in-class management and technical consulting, multi-disciplinary engineering design, on-site support, project, and construction management services are our key offerings.
Welcome to a world engineered by AFRY. Join a future-driven company focusing on creating sustainable solutions for society. With AFRY, you will be able to explore a variety of opportunities and challenges. We believe in succeeding together – making a difference when we pull in the same direction – with colleagues, clients, and partners. You will be part of a global, inclusive, and diverse company where our differences are our strengths. We respect each other and have fun at work. At AFRY, you can be yourself. Job Description Under the general direction of the VP/Department Manager of Architecture, the Architect manages the design, evaluation, and development of architectural plans for building projects. Monitors projects and consultants to ensure compliance with budgets, schedules, contracts, and specifications. Inspects construction work in progress, prepares bid specifications, reviews drawings to conform with established codes, safety standards and owner intent; provides technical advice and assistance to other managers and staff in connection with proposed and scheduled projects. Provides and encourages a high level of technical expertise and professional judgment in the execution of duties. Supervises staff as needed.
Typical Duties Develops ideas with clients, produces detailed, drawings, and specifications, manages plans, designs, and bid drawings, along with cost estimates for various building projects. Considers the impact within the local environment. Assists in implementing the day-to-day operations of the architecture department by preparing work schedules, reports, correspondence, budgets, plans, and directives relative to proposed projects and/or works in progress. Provides technical guidance and assistance to engineers, staff, and other managers in connection with various projects. Attends department review meetings to provide input and discuss goals and objectives. Inspects drawings in progress for compliance with established contract specifications and applicable codes and standards. Maintains neat and accurate records, logs, and drawings for projects. Qualifications NCARB certification or ability to obtain NCARB certification Bachelor's or master's degree of Architecture from an accredited college/university preferred 8+ years of related architectural experience with a focus on construction documentation preferred Proficiency in, Revit, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite/Creative Cloud, MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) preferred Experience in greenfield, and large construction projects Excellent communication and leadership skills; pride themselves on providing the highest quality solutions to our clients Strong organizational and project management skills Proven ability to meet deadlines Motivated team player with team attitude Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Ability to take direction and lead with minimal supervision Responsible for researching and applying knowledge of state and local codes Additional Information AFRY USA offers you: Competitive performance-oriented compensation. Competitive benefits - Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition and professional seminar reimbursement, paid vacation, and holidays. Structured career development plan. Opportunity to work with recognized thought-leaders in the in a Pulp and Paper, Chemical, Battery and other areas. Ability to work with employees from many different cultures and backgrounds. A firm that believes by working together we can create a new era in which the world can become more sustainable. Various forms of flexibility to help you integrate your life with your professional commitments. At AFRY, we believe that having the best people attracts the best projects, and having the best projects attracts the best people. We work in a global environment with a strong focus on the needs of our local clients
As part of your online application process, please provide a CV and covering letter stating why you want to work for AFRY. We only accept online applications.
You must have the legal right to live and work in the United States. AFRY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That's how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.
