Designer (Level 1)

Description

• Revise and refine drawings based on feedback, including redlines, field measurements, and documentation of existing site conditions.
• Participate in design discussions, contributing your ideas, building confidence in your contributions, and engaging thoughtfully with feedback from senior team members.
• Participate in post-project reviews to learn from project outcomes and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Support project teams, including architects, engineers, and other consultants, on project coordination as required.
• Incorporate knowledge of building codes, zoning regulations, and architectural standards into design documentation, with oversight from senior team members.
• Develop understanding of sustainable design practices and how they are best applied to project work, adhering to the environmental standards of both individual projects and the firm.
• Follow BIM standards and practice requirements.
• Support the development of design layouts by conducting research, analyzing spatial planning and occupancy studies, and organizing relevant data to support project objectives.
• Actively participate in team discussions, share progress, and navigate internal resources.
• Deliver work that meets established deadlines and quality standards to support team accountability and minimize project risk.
• Maintain project documentation and organization of project files, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Assist in producing detailed technical drawings using Revit and 3D models using Rhino to communicate design intent and support design development.
• Apply foundational understanding of risk in design decisions by monitoring work for compliance with constructability, code requirements, and consultant coordination.
• Stay informed about industry trends and technical innovations, cultivating curiosity and a habit of continuous learning to help contribute fresh perspectives and grow your technical knowledge.
• Translate project goals into actionable priorities and consistently demonstrate understanding of your responsibilities in achieving successful outcomes.
• Apply foundational knowledge of building technology, assembly, construction methodology, and materials application to support project execution.

Requirements

• Possesses curiosity to learn and develop, resourcefulness, and the self-awareness required to know when to check-in and ask for help.
• Knowledge of building technology and assembly, construction methodology, and materials application as it relates to functional design.
• Working proficiency in current versions of Revit, BIM programs, Bluebeam, MS Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, and 3D visualization software.
• Experience working collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Ability to prioritize workload, while managing competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated participation in firm/academic committees, team-building, and cultural initiatives.
• Familiarity with the Massachusetts State Building Code (MSBC) and the International Code Council (ICC).
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• A portfolio that demonstrates care and attention to detail.
• Up to 2 years of experience in an architectural design role, including internships and co-op placements.
• Bachelor’s and master’s degree in architectural studies.
• Foundational skills in producing working drawings and renderings.
• Demonstrate openness to feedback, proactively seek input from project leads, and regularly reflect on personal outputs to identify areas for growth.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance