What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Designer position at Oak Street Design?
Junior Designer
Firm Overview
Oak Street Design LLC is a custom residential design firm passionate about creating beautiful but approachable spaces. Our desire as a firm is to bring an elevated design approach to residential and special commercial projects in Michigan, the United States and across the globe. As a firm, we are looking to bring on talented and ambitious team members who are focused on creative design.
Position Overview
A full-time, in-office, entry-level position at our Michigan studio for a recent graduate. The Junior Designer produces drawings and design work under the direction of the Director of Design and Designer I, with a clear path to advance to Designer I as experience grows.
Responsibilities for Junior Designer
- Produce architectural/construction plans and renovation design drafts for new construction homes and renovation/addition projects, for Director of Design and client approval
- Rework and modify designs based on comments and reviews from the Director of Design, Designer I and clients
- Ensure that all architectural plans are compliant with industry codes, safety standards and municipal regulations
- Gather existing measurements and produce as-built drawings for renovation/addition projects; attend client meetings and site measures
- Coordinate project details with team members and external Architects, Designers, Engineers and Builders, and communicate project details and adjustments to clients
- Ensure all vital information and documentation for each project is recorded in detail and maintained
- Research and incorporate artistic elements into designs and produce occasional 3D renderings for client presentations
- Assist with firm marketing initiatives including graphic design, photography and deliverables; support and help guide the Intern Designer
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications for Junior Designer
- Bachelor's degree in architecture, architectural technology or a related design field is required (Associate's degree in architectural technology plus 1–2 years of drafting experience also considered)
- 0–2 years of professional experience in residential design or architecture; internship experience is welcomed
- Ability to read and interpret various types of architectural plans
- Distinctly detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to detect and correct design flaws
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both within the OSD team and externally with clients and other professionals
- Self-starter who is intrinsically motivated and works well both in a team and autonomously
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit; note any experience with SketchUp, Enscape or other rendering software