Architectural Designer II

JOB OVERVIEW 

Full-time Architectural Designer II 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


• Responsible for specific technical design aspects (drawings, documents and specifications) of an assigned project, including investigation, evaluation and recommendation of design solutions for project teams


• Participate and contribute to the planning, design, and coordination of projects by applying advanced architectural concepts 


• Carry out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques or procedures 


• Complete project assignments 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


• Coordinate and collaborate 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


• Assist in the creation of project renderings and graphic representations 


• Be a resource to Emerging Professionals and Architectural Designer I’s


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


• Help to maintain project information within HHA established technologies (i.e., Deltek Vantagepoint) and update schedules weekly


• 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


• Strong knowledge of: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and Bluebeam Revu, BIM360


• 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


• 6 years of experience