New England Design & Construction

Architectural Assistant Designer (Residential Construction)

Change the world. One home at a time.

NEDC: Lifting Spirits with Spaces. Defining a new standard of sustainable design excellence since 2005.

New England Design and Construction is a collaboration of passionate and creative individuals who firmly believe in well-designed and constructed spaces that lift spirits and positively impact our clients lives. We embrace sustainable luxury and lead an industry shift towards Passive House principles. With our unique process that combines design acumen and construction knowledge, we work closely with our clients to design and build the best possible space functionally and aesthetically. Join our team of highly creative and collaborative individuals. 

Learn more about us at: https://www.nedesignbuild.com/ 

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and development of projects from start to finish.
• Prepare documentation of existing conditions and contribute to the completion of construction-level drawings.
• Create vision boards and assist Lead Designers in the selection of fixtures and finishes.
• Collaborate with Designers and the production team to assemble estimated construction costs.
• Work on multiple projects in different phases of design, switching between tasks as needed.
• Support the Lead Designers in the Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documentation phases.
• Contribute to the development of design concepts and provide input during design meetings.
• Conduct research on materials, building codes, and industry trends.
• Assist in the preparation of presentation materials and participate in client meetings.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure project requirements are met.
• Assist in the coordination and review of project specifications and construction documents.
• Help ensure that projects are executed within budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Maintain project files, records, and documentation in an organized manner.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year working experience in Residential Design although 2-3 years is preferred
• Degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, or Construction Management, Accredited Architectural Degree preferred
• Proficiency or familiarity with the following software: AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, Gather It, Adobe InDesign/Acrobat, and Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook).
• Comfortable taking direction from others
• Ability to work collaboratively with other design and construction professionals.
• Comfortable working on several projects varying in size and complexity.
• Proficient in English language (speaking, writing, and reading)
• Desire to create an award-winning residential design.
• Willingness to learn our Design-Build process
• A background in the construction industry is a plus.
• Have a valid drivers license and own a vehicle

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary at $45,000 - $55,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
• Health Insurance - 100% premium paid by the company and 70% of the deductible is also paid after the initial 30% is paid by a participant. 
• Simple IRA - 3% company match 
• PTO - increases based on years of service
• Paid Holidays - 8 days
• Annual Bonus/ Profit Sharing