Architectural Designer I

JOB OVERVIEW 

Full-time Architectural Designer I to participate on various projects through all phases of design and construction. An employee in this role should be a creative, self-motivated design professional who is able to utilize current technologies to achieve design excellence. This position reports to the Senior Architect, Team Lead.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Collaborate as part of a team and work on a wide range of projects through all phases of design and construction


• Assist in the production of accurate technical drawings, documents, and project specifications, including but not limited to, life safety plans, life cycle cost analysis (LCCA), sustainability initiatives, and other required project documentation


• Compile and analyze all relevant project data to prepare project presentations, drawings and specifications


• Complete design layouts and features by researching, compiling and recording information 


• Use project checklists and HHA established standards during all project phases 


• Assist the project team in timely completion of all project deadlines


• Engage with project consultant teams


• Attend project meetings and site visits; write meeting minutes and reports detailing observations


• Participate in building assessments and field verification activities


• Review completed plans, reports, estimates and calculations prior to review by project leadership


• Assist in the creation of project renderings and graphic representations


• Be a resource to Emerging Professionals 


• Work closely with project leadership and team to achieve a high level of project success


• Apply a rigorous concept-based design process to justify decision making


• Anticipated billable performance: 90%

SKILLS

• Proficiency in 3D modeling, visualization and graphic software; REVIT strongly preferred


• Knowledge of: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam Revu, and Autodesk Construction Cloud


• Knowledge of materials, construction techniques, specifications and building codes


• Strong communication and organizational skills 


• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture, Bachelor of Science in Architecture, or related undergraduate degree


• 2 years of experience