Architect

Why join us?

It’s an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees, feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes, diversity, equity and inclusion. Our company ethos include collaboration through the connection of people, data and technology. We are a global firm, who leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships and doing our part to make this planet and its people, thrive. We need energetic, passionate and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis! We are seeking an Architect to join our growing team in Tampa, FL.

Under supervision, applies technical professional proficiency to the solution of architectural problems and the coordination of related project activities. The successful candidate will work in a supportive, team-oriented design environment with significant opportunity to be an integral team member for projects of varied sizes and complexity. You will have the ability to seek mentorship and advance your career and be part of growing Building and Places practice at AtkinsRealis. This opportunity is open for a well-rounded professional looking for in-depth architectural design and construction experience with technical and design mentorship leading to architectural licensing and increased leadership at AtkinsRealis.

About Us

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy. 

How will you contribute to the team?

• Support design teams working on various project types such as commercial, rail, transit, aviation etc. through all stages of design.

• While seeking advice of peers and supervisors enhance current abilities and further develop the ability to make timely design and technical decisions in a collaborative manner.

• Ability to present oneself professionally to clients as well as maintain a ‘seller-doer’ approach.

• Ability to enhance current abilities and further develop programming, planning and other conceptual design activities.

• Develop designs and sketches into Revit-based construction documents.

• Develop the ability to produce a complete set of construction documents in BIM.

• Ability to welcome mentorship and to take a proactive approach to design and technical professional development.

• Ability to follow redlined documents for production in Revit and to develop the same redlined skill to be able to hand-off to junior staff.

• Ability to enhance current abilities and further develop coordination skills with sub-consultants and other disciplines and mentor junior staff to do the same.

• Ability to develop contributory skills of providing technical information to a specification writer.

• Ability to create and/or develop organized exhibits in BlueBeam and PowerPoint for client and team review.

• Ability to perform site and field work including site investigations, existing facility inventory and field measured documentation.

• Provide Project Architects/Project Managers with status reports of progress on architectural documents.

• Ability to complete assignments efficiently, accurately and in a timely manner and self-perform quality control on work prior to publication or review by senior staff.

• Communicate regularly with the team and stay within the hours budgeted for tasks assigned.

• Ability to maintain and coordinate project BIM model and develop a strong knowledge in construction document standards and conventions.

• Develop a strong knowledge of building codes and experience with code review processes.

• Ability to consult product manufacturers, to evaluate, and obtain accurate cost information, select materials, and inspect architectural features in the field.

• Ability to develop a deeper understanding of building materials and construction methods.

• Strong time management and organizational skills.

• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.

• Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed.

• Desire to develop the skills required to analyze information and propose effective solutions on own initiative.

• Ability to create basic and informative 3D models in BIM or another digital format.

• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire for career advancement.

• Performs such other duties as the Supervisor determine necessary to support the Architecture Practice.

 What will you contribute?

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from a NAAB accredited program required.

• Minimum 4–5+ years of relevant work experience to include all phases of architectural drafting, detailing, and assisting with the coordination of consultants.

• Experience with Sketchup and Lumion or other rendering software is preferred.

• The position requires expertise of BIM/Revit and AutoCAD.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft office and Adobe Suite is required.

• Candidate must be in the process of completing the Architect Registration Exam (ARE).

• LEED AP is a plus.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:

AtkinsRéalis realizes that health, mental and financial wellbeing, are all equally needed to achieve balance in life. We are pleased to offer a robust rewards package that help our employees have peace of mind in and outside of work. 

Our benefit offerings address all of the areas that are part of living a healthy life.  We recognize that what is important to people, continues to change. Some of our other benefits to ensure our employees feel supported, include continuing to offer health and dental coverage and a full list below. Our culture is one of providing support and training for our employees to thrive. We offer learning and development programs, training, career pathing opportunities, and a tuition reimbursement plan. At AtkinsRéalis, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:

• Competitive salary

• Flexible work schedules

• Group Insurance

• PTO plus two Floating Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity)

• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• An inclusive culture of Employee Resources Groups centered around women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging Professionals

• A Foundation that is employee-funded with a 2-to-1 match from the company providing STEAM education for minorities from K-12 to college.

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace.  EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disability.

Please review AtkinsRéalis Equal Opportunity Statement here:

https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equal-opportunities-statement

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Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws.

Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:

In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.  https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies