Architect / Designer 1

Reporting to:

Project Manager

Responsibilities:

Understand all required aspects of the client brief (program) and design direction as established by the principal-in-charge
Prepare and develop required drawings, models, images, and other documents relating to the design
Assist and further advance the design direction as set by the Project Manager and/or Principal-in-Charge
Attend, where required, project design and construction phase team meetings; record meeting minutes, and assist the Project Manager with required follow-through tasks
Assist the project lead with necessary materials research, construction systems, and any necessary project informational requirements
Fulfill the practice’s overall objective in producing first-class architecture on time and on budget with accurate, well-organized, and intelligently conceived, contract drawings and specification deliverables
Develop advanced-level competence in contract construction drawings and specifications; advance skills in CAD/3D systems pertinent to this objective
Contribute and otherwise assist, as required

Qualities and Skills Required:

A Bachelor or Masters Degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture or equivalent
Licensed architect or non-registered graduate with 4-8 years of experience
Able to demonstrate the ability to undertake the above responsibilities
Candidate must be able to take direction from the project manager (or principal) in charge of the project and manage assignments in an organized and efficient manner
Excellent organizational skills, accurate and attentive to detail; able to adhere to firm organizational standards
Excellent communication skills: written and verbal — articulate and diplomatic manner
Excellent interpersonal skills: able to work independently and as part of a team; good relationship building skills, internally and externally
Fluent in the English language, both written and spoken
Proficiency in a CAD or BIM application (min. 5-years experience)
Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, or Google Document equivalents
Effective drawing skills
Punctual and reliable
Flexible attitude

Desirable:

Experience using Nemetschek Vectorworks Architect CAD/BIM software (our platform)
Experience using SketchUp, Rhino, formZ, or other 3D modeling software, including renderers
Experience using online project management tools such as PlanGrid, Procore, BIM 360; Bluebeam Revu, et cetera
Ability to use some of the following: AutoCAD, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Pages, Numbers, Asana, Bluebeam, Google Documents
Proficiency on both Windows and Mac

Position Status

Open position

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