Breslin Architects

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1226 Union Boulevard
Allentown, PA 18109

610-437-9626

Find Openings: Send resume to brfa@breslinarchitects.com

Business Description

Breslin Ridyard Fadero Architects is a firm of architects and supporting staff founded in 1964 that provides architectural, programming, and master planning services. Our experience includes award winning planning and design of buildings on a regional and national basis. The firm’s practice is premised in the belief that architecture can enrich the lives of people. We respect tradition, culture, and strive to create order in the context of the environment in which we work. Our approach combines traditional materials and forms with leading edge technology to achieve ecologically sensitive solutions. We seek a natural economy-of-means in construction through order predicated on sensible construction methodology employing conservation and sustainable values. We consciously aim for simplicity in design and organization of building elements because it is our experience that “simplicity” leads to economy, efficiency, and improved performance.

For each project and each client, we focus on creating architecture of enduring value. This does not only reside in form, style, materials, or fashion. Rather, it is expressed in neighborliness and appropriateness to its surroundings and it fosters a quality of life that is enriched by awareness of location, natural light, comfort, security, and a sense of well-being. This is one of the reasons we enjoy a lengthening list of repeat clients.

At Breslin Ridyard Fadero Architects, we are committed to architecture that is thoughtful, economical, and well designed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

We're looking for employees who have a college degree, the ability to work well within a team setting, a desire for growth, and are technically competent.

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Firm Principal

Experienced licensed architect with proven record of knowledge and experience of all business aspects including building design, scheduling, budgeting, cost estimating, client management, business development, contract negotiations, staff management.

Salary + profit sharing based on percentage owned

Blue arrow showing progression from Construction Administration Construction Administration

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Technical Degree. May participate in CSI (Construction Specification Institute). Attention to detail. Handles the operations and management side of construction. Site visits to monitor construction, process billing, document organization and tracking, arrange project schedules, client communication.

Blue arrow showing progression from Specification Writer Specification Writer

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Technical Degree. May participate in CSI (Construction Specification Institute). LEED certification desired. Use MasterSpec software to create a written document describing in detail the scope of work, materials to be used, methods of installation, and quality of workmanship for work to be placed under contract. Attention to detail. Quality Assurance.

Blue arrow showing progression from Project Manager Project Manager

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Technical Degree. May participate in CSI (Construction Specification Institute). LEED certification desired. Attention to detail. Consult with clients, develop and review building plans, and manage contractors. Oversee schedule and budget.

Blue arrow showing progression from Project Designer Project Designer

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Technical Degree. May participate in CSI (Construction Specification Institute). LEED certification desired. Attention to detail. Assist in developing design documentation, technical specifications, and other project related documents. Work with design team in prioritizing and planning project efficiently.

Blue arrow showing progression from Architectural Draftsperson/CADD Technician/3D Renderings & Visualization Architectural Draftsperson/CADD Technician/3D Renderings & Visualization

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Technical Degree. Skilled in computer aided drafting and design software to prepare design and construction drawings, including 3D modeling, rendering, and visualization. Attention to detail. May obtain LEED Accreditation. May participate in CSI (Contruction Specification Institute).