Employee‑owned firm offering full‑spectrum architectural services from master planning to specialized facilities design.
Support design, construction docs, and deliverables while learning architecture practice.
12 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years), Entry-level
Full Time
Sioux Falls, SD
Office Full-Time
Company Size
238 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture & Interior Design
Needs Assessment & Space Planning
Landscape Design & Site Planning
Existing Facilities Assessment
Master Planning
High Performance & Sustainable Design
Technology & Security Integration
Specification Writing & Materials Research
Sector Specialisms
Healthcare
Sports
Public Safety
Higher Education
K–12 Education
Libraries & Museums
Mixed-Use Housing
Workplace
Role
Description
project deliverables
construction administration
sustainability software
team communication
building science
design development
Accountable for creation of project deliverables.
Review and respond to all aspects of the Construction Administration process with Construction Service Specialists.
Lead Framework for Design Excellence efforts on projects through critical analysis of design solutions and utilization of sustainability software.
Provide effective verbal, graphic and written communication laterally and vertically with project teams, proposal and awards teams.
Propose solutions to problems that maintain the design intent and demonstrate a developing knowledge of building science, building code, and best construction practices.
Support the project team in the development of the design and project deliverables from Pre-Design through Construction Documents.
Requirements
0-2 years
project work
sustainability
building science
architecture degree
0-2 years of post-graduate professional experience.
Ability to provide job functions on projects of all scales.
Additional sustainability credentials a plus.
Beginning knowledge of building science, codes and construction.
Bachelor’s or Master’s of Architecture from an accredited university.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1989 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established as a two-person practice.
2023 Twin Cities Fast-50
Recognition Milestone
Achieved recognition as part of the 2023 Twin Cities Fast-50.
1% Pro Bono
Commitment to Community
Donates 1% of billable hours to non-profits and educational outreach.
2002 Current Identity
Rebranded Expansion
Adopted current identity and expanded across the Upper Midwest and Boston.
Grew into a multi-office architecture firm with regional and national presence.
Designs include sports arenas, college buildings, hospitals, airports, civic centers, libraries, and mixed-use developments.
Maintains five dedicated practice studios: Higher Education, K-12, Community/Civic, Sports, and Healthcare.
Notable projects include U.S. Bank Stadium, Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, regional hospitals, and university rec centers.
Operates offices spanning Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Massachusetts, with a footprint beyond the Midwest.
Minneapolis studio housed in a historic mill building exemplifies blend of heritage, innovation, and riverfront connectivity.
Recognized with design awards from AIA, ENR, and Building Design+Construction for excellence across multiple sectors.
Culture + Values
100% Employee-Owned
Employee Ownership
The firm is entirely owned by its employees, ensuring financial value is shared among all contributors.
We value relationships. Internal cohesion is a priority.
We hire individuals rich in character who align with our firm's values.
We seek authentic, driven, uplifting, passionate, trustworthy, respectful lifelong learners who are problem-solvers and value relationships, community, design, stewardship, and integrity.
We lead from the heart.
We continually step back and check in with one another, making decisions that balance individual and business needs.
Employees are empowered to identify business needs that align with their skills, abilities, and passions to chart their own career paths.
We maintain a transparent environment where open, honest, and respectful feedback is actively sought and welcomed.
Environment + Sustainability
2030 Goal
Carbon Neutral Design
Committed to achieving carbon-neutral design outcomes across all projects by 2030.
55% Reduction
Energy Efficiency
Reduced energy consumption by 55% in 2020 compared to the baseline, showcasing significant energy savings.
$277K Savings
Energy Cost Reductions
Achieved substantial cost savings through improved energy efficiency and reduced energy consumption in various projects.
15% Reduction
Embodied Carbon
Successfully reduced the embodied carbon impact across a range of architectural projects, promoting sustainable construction practices.
Signed the American Institute of Architects’ Carbon Neutral Commitment to achieve carbon-neutral design outcomes by 2030.
Earned LEED 4.1 Commercial Interiors Platinum certification, Fitwell 2-star, and aims for a net-zero energy certification for its Grand Forks office.
Supported renewable energy projects like Prairie Winds and Crow Lake, significantly reducing energy and water consumption and lowering costs.
Inclusion & Diversity
100%
Employee-Owned Firm
Benefits are distributed equally to all employees through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Everyone’s voice matters; unique perspectives and experiences impact firm advancement.
Everyone is given information on how business decisions connect to the greater vision; able to challenge processes and get transparent feedback.
Employees across all ages and backgrounds are engaged and empowered.