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Senior Architect – Public Safety

POSTED 07-18-2024

Albany, NY

Buffalo, NY

Hauppauge, NY

Voorheesville, NY

Rochester, NY

Syracuse, NY

Eau Claire, WI

Minneapolis, MN

Wendel is a nationally recognized innovative Architecture, Engineering, Energy Efficiency, and Construction Management firm that collaborates with public entities to design public safety facilities through our Five Bugles Design (FBD) and Mitchell Associates Architects (MAA) design groups.  We are national leaders in the design of public safety facilities, having completed over 400 projects, teaching station design at national conferences, being published in fire service magazines, and receiving numerous design awards.

With the merger of FBD and MAA, our design team offers the opportunity to work on an exciting project type in a collaborative team approach with others who are truly committed to the needs of our clients. If you are looking to make a real impact and have 5 to 8+ year experience in public safety design, then this position is for you!

Wendel is headquartered in Buffalo, NY, but we are looking for someone in the states of Wisconsin, Minnesota, or New York. The ideal candidate is looking for advancement in their career and an opportunity to grow our established presence throughout the country.

Responsibilities

  • Our public safety design team is looking for a mid to senior level design professional that thrives in a fast paced and team focused working environment to grow our established presence throughout the country.

 

 

Qualifications

  • Love to execute project development from concept through construction while working with other committed design professionals.
  • Are seeking to mentor entry level architects, directing them in design, production and overall coordination of the design process and technical documents.
  • Attend project and client meetings with other design professionals for projects under contract.
  • Want to grow into a senior leadership role.
  • Have a proven record of strong technical design and detailing skills.
  • Have a comprehensive understanding of architectural specifications, international building codes, life safety code and ADA requirements.
  • Are self-motivated and able to problem solve independently, often times working remotely.
  • Have a 4- or 5-year degree in Architecture, or a related field.
  • Have 10 -15 years of working experience in a design firm with strong design, construction document and construction administration experience, plus 5 to 8+ year’s experience in Fire and/or Police stations.
  • Are genuinely passionate about architecture.
  • Have exceptional communication and organizational skills and you thrive at working in a team environment.
  • Have knowledge of design and construction programs like Autodesk Revit, Bluebeam, Procore, SketchUp, Etc.

 

 

What we offer

  • A competitive salary.
  • Company ownership potential.
  • An employee focused company culture and work environment.
  • Great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, & generous PTO.
  • Professional development, wellness programs, cell-phone stipend, and more.
  • A productive hybrid work environment and true Work-Life balance.

 

Salary range

$110,000 – $140,000

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. Salary offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

 

Details

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfect with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of all protected veterans.

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Senior Architect – Public Sector

POSTED 08-06-2024

Atlanta, GA

Wendel is seeking a committed and talented Architect with relevant experience in programming, planning and design for different type of projects out of our office in Atlanta GA. We are seeking someone enthusiastic about design, who is interested in advancing their career and growing in a practice area with dedicated public sector leaders.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate directly with clients and internal teams to develop creative planning strategies at all levels of detail including new construction and renovations.
  • Lead planning through all phases, including programming, design, fit-out planning, equipment planning, and casework planning.
  • Develop advanced knowledge in public sector project planning and programming.
  • Develop new and maintain excellent relationships with existing and potential clients.
  • Participate/lead in top marketing and business development opportunities.
  • Assist in proposal and interview phases to help win work.
  • Actively seek new knowledge in design and planning.
  • Mentor and direct the work of junior staff.

 

 

 

Qualifications

  • BA/BS in Architecture or a related field.
  • 15 – 20 years of working experience in design firms for Public Sector Projects.
  • Licensed Architect.
  • Software proficiency using MS Office, Revit, BIM (Building Information Modeling) and others.
  • Knowledge of evidence-based design strategies with strong critical thinking skills.
  • Comprehensive understanding of model building codes and healthcare guidelines.
  • Detailed, methodical, process-oriented, open to change, and motivated by innovation.
  • Great collaborator and communicator with excellent verbal and written skills.
  • Ambitious initiative-taker with get-it-done attitude who strives for excellence.
  • Career and leadership oriented.
  • Trusted client advisor in public sector field.

 

 

 

What we offer

  • Competitive six figure salary.
  • Company ownership potential.
  • Employee focused company culture and work environment.
  • Great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, & generous PTO.
  • Professional development, wellness programs, cell-phone stipend, and more.
  • A productive hybrid work environment and true Work-Life balance.

 

 

Salary range

$120,000 – $140,000

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. Salary offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

 

Details

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfect with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of all protected veterans.

 

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Healthcare Architect

POSTED 07-18-2024

Richmond, VA

Eau Claire, WI

Minneapolis, MN

Wendel is seeking an experienced and talented Healthcare Architect with relevant experience in healthcare programming, planning and design for hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare projects. The appropriately qualified candidate will be part of or responsible for projects that may be out of any one of our 16 regional offices.

We are seeking someone passionate about design, someone ambitious who is interested in advancing their career and growing in a practice area with dedicated healthcare leaders.

Wendel will fill two positions, based in either the Eau Claire, Wisconsin office or the Minneapolis, Minnesota office; and the other in the Richmond Virginia office.

Responsibilities

  • Work directly with clients and internal teams to develop creative healthcare planning strategies at all levels of detail including new construction and renovations.
  • Lead planning through all phases, including programming, design, fit-out planning, equipment planning, and casework planning.
  • Develop advanced knowledge in healthcare planning and programming.
  • Develop and maintain excellent relationships with existing and potential clients.
  • Participate in select marketing and business development opportunities.
  • Assist in proposal and interview phases to help win work.
  • Actively seek new knowledge in the design and planning of healthcare facilities.
  • Mentor and direct the work of less experienced staff.

 

Qualifications

  • BA/BS in architecture or related field.
  • 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Licensed Architect.
  • Software proficiency using MS Office, Revit, and others.
  • Knowledge of evidence-based design strategies with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Comprehensive understanding of model building codes and healthcare guidelines.
  • Detailed, methodical, process-oriented, open to change, and motivated by innovation.
  • Great collaborator and communicator with excellent verbal and written skills.
  • Ambitious self-starter with get-it-done attitude who strives for excellence.
  • Career and leadership oriented.
  • Trusted client advisor in the Healthcare realm.

 

What we offer

  • Amazing company culture and work environment.
  • Great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, & generous PTO with 9 paid holidays.
  • HSA and FSA options.
  • Career advancement opportunities with Career Development Plans.
  • A true Work-Life balance. 
  • Competitive salary.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Wellness Programs.

 

Salary range

$110,000 – $120,000

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. Salary offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

 

Details

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfect with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of all protected veterans.

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Architect

POSTED 07-18-2024

Buffalo, NY

Richmond, VA

Wendel is seeking an entry to mid-level design professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused working environment. Wendel is headquartered in Buffalo, NY, but we are looking for candidates in either the Richmond, VA or Buffalo NY markets. The ideal candidate(s) is looking for advancement in their career and an opportunity to grow our established presence in these regions.

Qualifications

  • You love to execute project development from concept through construction while working with others.
  • You are seeking to mentor entry-level architects.
  • You enjoy business development.
  • You want to grow into a senior leadership role.
  • You have a proven record of strong design and detailing skills.
  • You have a 4 or 5 year degree in Architecture.
  • You have 2-7 years of experience in a design firm, with strong experience in design, construction documents, and construction administration.
  • You are genuinely passionate about architecture.
  • You have exceptional communication skills and thrive working in a team environment.
  • You have excellent organizational skills.
  • You have knowledge of design and construction programs like Revit, BlueBeam, Procore, Etc.

 

 

What we offer

  • Amazing company culture and work environment.
  • Great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, & generous PTO with 9 paid holidays.
  • HSA and FSA options.
  • Career advancement opportunities with Career Development Plans.
  • A true Work-Life balance. 
  • Competitive salary.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Wellness Programs.

 

Salary range

$52,000.00 – $85,000.00.

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. Salary offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

 

Details

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfect with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of all protected veterans.

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Architect

POSTED 09-11-2024

Minneapolis, MN

We are seeking an enthusiastic Architect / Designer that thrives in a fast paced and team focused working environment to join our growing office in Minneapolis, MN.  Employees of all levels are involved in every aspect of design from conceptual design through construction. If this sounds exciting to you, keep reading!

Responsibilities

  • Plan, design and manage tasks and projects in an efficient and timely manner that maximizes value to the company and the client.
  • Assists in the layout of site plans, puts together presentation drawings for clients and updates existing drawings in our portfolio.
  • Review and revise concept plans with clients.
  • Prepare Requests for Proposals.

 

 

 

Qualifications

  • Candidate should have a minimum of an Associate’s degree in Architecture.
  • 1-5 years of working experience in a design firm, with project experience working in Autodesk Revit and Adobe Photoshop is preferred.
  • Must have excellent communication skills and be a team player.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.

 

 

 

What we offer

  • Amazing company culture and work environment.
  • Great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, & generous PTO with 9 paid holidays.
  • HSA and FSA options.
  • Career advancement opportunities with Career Development Plans.
  • A true Work-Life balance. 
  • Competitive salary.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Wellness Programs.

Please attach your portfolio when applying.

 

Salary range

$55,000 – $75,000

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. Salary offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

 

Details

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfect with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of all protected veterans.

 

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