Architect & Project Manager
SOSO is looking for an exceptional Architect and Project Manager with 5+ years of professional experience, to lead award-winning projects at the intersection of digital technology and the built environment.
As an Architect and Project Manager at SOSO, you will join a multidisciplinary team of designers, engineers, software developers, and creative technologists working on exciting digital experiences and physical installations.
You will lead and coordinate the physical design and implementation of digital installations from concept development through construction documents, and into CA and production. On certain projects you will be directly responsible for form studies, architectural drawings, design details, and other aspects of production.
This role is initially focused on the physical aspects of our installations, but there will be ample opportunities to move into digital product management, where you can lead a software development process in parallel to the architectural work.
This position is full-time with competitive benefits. Compensation is based on experience. If you're interested in working on a variety of projects at the intersection of art and technology please send a cover letter and resume, along with a portfolio to jobs@sosolimited.com.
Full job description can be found here.
Your Role
As an Architect & Project Manager at SOSO you will:
- Work with a team of stakeholders including designers, architects, and developers on the production of physical installations and interactive software applications.
- Lead the project management of digital installations and experiences, including setting schedules and milestones, managing the team and deliverables, and delivering work on time and on budget.
- Clearly and effectively communicate with clients, architects, specialty subcontractors, general contractors and vendors.
- Create assets for design proposals and help render our ideas for presentation to clients.
- Produce DD, CD and fabrication drawings, assist with physical prototypes, coordinate with fabricators and suppliers, and help with assembly and installation.
- Learn to lead the strategy and management of interactive software applications.
- Contribute to our studio culture with a positive attitude and desire to get involved. Expand the architectural capabilities of the team and mentor junior designers.
The ideal candidate:
- Licensed architect who has delivered SD, DD, and CD drawing sets
- Experience with Rhino and Revit
- Experience with BIM coordination and multidisciplinary integration process
- Expertise with project management methodologies and tools
- Ability to produce specifications and shop drawings for fabrication partners
- Comfort with digital fabrication workflow (CAD/CAM, CNC, 3D printing)
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) is a plus
Bonus points if:
- Experience managing and delivering complex architectural projects
- High attention to detail and excellent organizational and project management skills
- Systems thinker who can effectively manage and coordinate employees, partners, and consultants
- Strong focus on craft with a desire to deliver only the highest quality work
- Comfort with uncertainty and an ability to interpret and problem solve complex situations in various areas each day
- Excellent communication skills when leading a presentation or corresponding with clients and collaborators
What We Offer
Benefits:
- Generous vacation and PTO policy
- Studios closed Christmas through New Years
- Health insurance
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Paid family and medical leave