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Design Professional

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The Role

Overview

Entry-level architect designing and delivering building projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • site visits
  • rfi management
  • design analysis
  • construction docs
  • project coordination
  • spec production

Tasks

-Perform construction administration duties, such as site visits, RFI responses, submittals, and punch list reviews. -Contribute innovative design ideas that consistently capture the intended design vision. -Problem Solve with Purpose: Apply your judgment to evaluate and implement architectural solutions for projects of small to moderate complexity. -Perform analyses of design, planning, and occupancy studies, and limited design layouts. -Support the Vision: Ensure documents and deliverables reflect both design excellence and technical precision. -Participate in project coordination meetings. -Assist in coordination of the planning and development of construction and design document production; provide technical expertise to ensure coordinated and high-quality documents. -Contribute to bold design solutions that balance scale, aesthetics, and context to maximize the impact on the individual and community. -Collaborate Creatively: Work alongside clients, consultants, and internal teams to ensure seamless, inspired outcomes. -Balance & Budget: Stay aligned with project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations. -Administer with Intent: Conduct construction site visits, review RFIs/submittals, and support project follow-through. -Independently produce finished plans, specifications, and approval of materials and construction on small to moderate-sized projects. -Provide guidance for less experienced project associates and interns. -Support the Details: Assist in producing high-quality drawings, specifications, and materials selections. -Assist in Design: Contribute innovative design ideas that reflect context, creativity, and client vision. -Create and review project reports, estimates, calculations, specifications, and compile/analyze relevant data.

Requirements

  • revit
  • autocad
  • adobe suite
  • architecture degree
  • 3 years
  • team player

What You Bring

-Team Player: Collaborative and professional work ethic. -Technical Know-How: Strong working knowledge of zoning and building codes, specifications, building/engineering systems, and agency requirements (NFPA, ADAAG, FGI, OBC, IBC, etc.). -Creative Confidence: Ability to generate and articulate impactful design ideas. -Design Tools: Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD required; Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) proficiency required; SketchUp and Rhino preferred; Lumion, Enscape, and V-Ray are a plus. -Strong Communicator: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. -Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in professional architectural practice. -Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.

Benefits

-Career Growth: We’re committed to mentorship, licensure support, and leadership development. -Collaborative Energy: Be part of a diverse, supportive team of creatives. -Salary: Entry Level - $54,300 - $63,000, Design Professional 1 - $62,700 - $74,200 -Full-Time - Exempt -Inspiring Studios: Enjoy open, modern offices with creative resources and shared spaces.

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