Job Description
The Architect supports the initiatives and activities of the Corporate Architect for all corporately designed facilities, including New Construction, Acquisitions and Remodels. The responsibilities of the Architect include design implementation of new concepts and initiatives under the direction of the Corporate Architect for the development and enhancement of Pilot Flying J's (the Company) facilities including Travel Centers and Truck Care facilities, as well as other Corporately owned facilities and brand partners where Pilot Flying J is Franchisee.
Essential Functions:
- Oversee project Design Associate production, consultant coordination and design implementation for new projects, remodels and acquisitions based upon design direction of the Corporate Architect according to the Company's policies and requirements.
- Directly responsible for maintaining, understanding and implementing brand partner expectations and requirements for all Brand Partners where Pilot Flying J is Franchisee. This includes coordination with the Corporate Architect for the design of Corporately owned facilities that include the brand partner's branded portion of the facility in both New Builds and Remodels.
- Assist in the implementation of new project initatives for Operations, Marketing, Food & Beverage, Restaurants and Branding as directed by the Corporate Design Manager / Director of Design
- Maintain drawings standards, details and processes in order to produce the required construction documents under the direction of the Corporate Architect according to and consistent with the organization's mission.
- Consulting Engineering coordination and implementation of equipment and systems supporting the intended design and use of all designed facilities - Serves as the Main Point of Contact for design related issues resolution (Refer to Design Associate responsibilities) for all Consulting Engineering Firms
- Provide support and assistance to the Corporate Architect in Codes Analysis and Plans Review responses in the effort of obtaining applicable permits from the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
- Perform Site Investigation and document details of acquisitions and remodels to determine feasibility of design implementation.
- Mentor and provide guidance and oversight to Design Associates related to project design, drawings and Construction Documents bearing the stamp of the Corporate Architect. This includes quality control review of all work prepared by the Design Team that becomes a Contract Document for Permit & Construction.
- Model behaviors that support the company's common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level of quality, responsiveness and results.
- Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of Pilot Flying J and any authority having jurisdiction over Construction projects.
- Complete other duties as assigned.