What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architectural Designer position at DXU Architects?
We are seeking a proactive, dependable architectural team member with three or more years of professional experience in architectural design and construction documentation. The ideal candidate takes ownership of assigned work, communicates clearly, and follows through on commitments.
Working under the direction of a project manager or supervisor, this individual will contribute to design development, technical coordination, and construction document production for small to medium-sized projects.
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare and coordinate architectural drawings and construction documents in accordance with project requirements and office standards.
- Investigate design and technical questions, evaluate options, and propose solutions for review.
- Support project planning, schematic design, and design development.
- Assist with zoning and building code research and incorporate applicable requirements under supervision.
- Coordinate assigned work with project team members and consultants, identifying discrepancies and unresolved questions.
- Communicate with municipal officials regarding project requirements and review comments, as directed.
- Review work for accuracy, completeness, and coordination before submitting it for review.
- Organize assigned tasks, meet agreed deadlines, and communicate progress, questions, and potential delays early.
- Identify next steps and take initiative within assigned responsibilities, seeking direction when decisions affect project scope, design, or schedule.
- Apply feedback and actively develop architectural and technical skills.
Qualifications and Technical Skills
- Three or more years of professional experience in architectural design and construction documentation.
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture or a related design or engineering field.
- Working proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD sufficient to prepare and revise drawings using established office standards.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and relevant Adobe applications.
- Working understanding of architectural drawing conventions, building systems, materials, and construction methods.
- Foundational knowledge of zoning and building codes and the ability to research requirements with guidance.
- Clear written, verbal, and graphic communication skills.
How You Work
- Take initiative: Recognize what needs attention, ask timely questions, and bring forward possible solutions.
- Own your work: Follow assignments through to completion, check your work, and take responsibility for correcting errors.
- Follow through: Meet commitments and communicate early when priorities, missing information, or obstacles may affect delivery.
- Collaborate effectively: Share information, respond constructively to feedback, and help the team meet project deadlines.
- Stay organized: Manage assigned priorities and maintain clear, accurate project files and documentation.
- Keep learning: Apply lessons from reviews and actively build technical knowledge.
Work Authorization
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employer sponsorship for employment-based immigration status is not available for this position, now or in the future.