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DIRECTOR: HISTORICAL ARCHITECT

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Directors are the core team members and project leaders for New History. They act as the internal project
manager for their projects and bring their advanced problem-solving skills and expertise to the entire team.
Directors actively engage with clients, manage all project communication, develop and execute strategic project
solutions, and participate in business development.

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A Historical Architect is expected to bring the following expertise::

  • Historical Architecture: Thorough knowledge of historic materials and features, extensive experience with
    the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties; design and construction
    administration experience for historic buildings.

  • Design Services: Ability to collaborate with project teams to develop design solutions to meet project
    requirements and historic preservation approvals; problem-solving for technical preservation issues..

  • Historic Tax Credit Applications

  • Building Assessments: Historic materials surveys and condition assessments, documentation of existing
    conditions, and development of prioritized recommendations for repair; working knowledge or expertise in
    Historic Structure(s) Reports and Preservation Plans.

  • Construction Services: Review of construction and correspondence for compliance with historic
    preservation approvals; review of field conditions and development of recommendations for repair..

  • Project Management: Client service, project communication, and execution of project strategies, including
    active collaboration with team members, clients, reviewing agencies, and stakeholders.

  • Business Development: Active participation in client relationships and business development.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in architecture, historic preservation, or related field with 5+ years of experience.

  • Professional licensure to practice architecture in Wisconsin;

  • Valid driver’s license and capacity to travel;

  • Ability to self-manage work in a mix of remote, in-person, and on-site work environments;

  • Strong relationship and client management skills;

  • Excellent written and verbal communication;

  • Passion for historic building redevelopment.​

 

Compensation and Benefits

New History provides a comprehensive compensation package, including: annual salary in the range of $85,000- $110,000 (commensurate with experience), substantial opportunities for bonuses, retirement plan (401K) with employer matching, health insurance, long-term disability insurance, parental leave, support for continuing education, and other benefits. New History offers a highly collaborative work environment with a high- performing team, a flexible work schedule including remote work, and substantial leadership and growth opportunities. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Donna Weiss, Principal, at weiss@newhistory.com.

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