Senior Architect – Mission Critical (Dallas/Fort Worth)

Description

Burns & McDonnell is a company comprised of more than 14,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants, and entrepreneurs with offices across the country and throughout the world. Burns & McDonnell’s Mission Critical team was ranked #1 by the ENR in 2025. We have exciting opportunities for those interested in growing their careers in one of the most fast-paced, innovative sectors of high-tech building design and construction. Project focus would be mission-critical data center projects. This opportunity hires directly into our Mission Critical team and into a multibillion-dollar industry that is growing exponentially. Data Centers are an aggressive market for Burns & McDonnell and are highlighted by several priority articles on our site. Mission Critical is an international practice for Burns & McDonnell involving exciting, collaborative work across many departments.

• Lead architectural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.

• Develop, modify, and review production drawings for healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, and governmental and military facilities.

• Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders.

• Applies expert knowledge of commonly used architectural concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the architectural industry. Compiles studies and reports. Writes specifications.

• Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find's/develops non-standard design solutions.

• Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project related data as required by the project managers to verify design compliance with project, client, and industry standards, including constructability.

• Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of materials.

• Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.

• Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.

• Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.

• Participate sales and marketing efforts and identify, lead and manage key pursuits.

• Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.

• Prepare, present and manage project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance.

• Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the architectural practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.

• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.

• Responsible for effective communication with other architectural teams.

• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff.

• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.

• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program and 8 years related experience required.

• Master Degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program and 7 years related experience required.

• Minimum eight years of architectural experience preferred.

• Registered architect preferred.

• Portfolio demonstrating design and graphic presentation skills is preferred.

• Expert knowledge of standard architectural concepts, including building codes, ADA standards, exterior envelope design, technical detailing, and specification writing.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a problem-solving environment and demonstrate critical thinking skills.

• Expert software and computer skills preferred, including BIM (Revit), Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D rendering software.

• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, and organization.

• Experience in leading design teams for large, complex projects, delegating tasks, and guiding internal and client groups towards successful design outcomes.

• Ability to conduct detailed quality reviews of architectural documents.

• Experience with construction phase activities, including site visits, shop drawing review, and correspondence with contractors and client.

• Ability to travel.

• Registered Architect Preferred.

• This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

• EEO/Disabled/Veterans

• Job Architecture

• Primary Location US-TX-Dallas

• Other Locations US-TX-Fort Worth

• Schedule: Full-time

• Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

• Req ID: 261352

• Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EH #GFS