What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry Level Architectural Designer position at Harris Group?
Harris Group is seeking an Architectural Designer to work with multidisciplinary design teams on a variety of industrial facilities including laboratories, manufacturing environments, and similar project types. This opportunity will be based in Harris Group’s Portland office and will require travel to jobsites in the area intermittently. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a background in architectural design. Bring your curiosity and problem-solving skills to this exciting role!
What We Can Offer You
- Variety of project types: Semiconductor, Advanced Manufacturing, Life Science, Biofuels, Chemical Plants, and Aerospace and Ports Facilities
- Work on multi-disciplinary teams, collaborating with engineers and architects from all engineering disciplines.
- Ownership in Harris Group with line of sight to yours and overall company successes.
- Growth and development toward professional licensure.
- A passionate team and collaborative environment focused on excellence in delivery.
Responsibilities
- Prepare presentations, sketches, and drawings.
- Support project coordination, permitting, and administration.
- Coordinate with engineers and specialty consultants.
- Apply building codes and standards, including fire code, IBC/IFC, NFPA, and OSHA requirements.
- Produce design and construction documents.
- Participate in client presentations, design workshops, and reviews.
- Support business development efforts.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Architecture and 0 to 3 years of relevant experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of commercial project design, experience in manufacturing, industrial, cleanroom, or hazardous material preferred .
- Experience interpreting building codes and standards.
- Proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and hand sketching.
- Started NCARB hours is a plus.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Benefits
- Salary Range: $60,000-$70,000/year depending on location, education, experience, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.
- Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), PTO & paid holidays.
- Harris Group is proud to be an employee-owned company; the ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) provides an exciting employee wealth building opportunities of our employees.
Equal Opportunity
Harris Group provides a competitive compensation and benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Drug Free Workplace
Harris Group, Inc. is a 100% drug free workplace. For the safety of our employees, customers, and our customer’s facilities, we do a pre-employment drug test and may require random testing to meet specific client needs. Please note that Marijuana, even if prescribed by a physician OR allowed under a state law regulating Marijuana, remains illegal under federal law and is against Harris Group’s policy.
We look forward to receiving your resume!
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000