Colby Co. is a midsize multidiscipline design firm specializing in architecture and mechanical, structural, electrical, fire protection and civil engineering. Seventy employees strong, Colby Co. is noted for its commitment to technical and service excellence in a fun, flexible, rigorous work environment. Located in the vibrant small city of Portland, Maine, Colby Co. offers a balance of opportunities for working and living well. Colby Co. has been named to the “Best Places to Work in Maine” list consecutively for the last six years, and as an “Emerging Professional Friendly Firm” by the New England Chapter of AIA for the last two years.
We currently have an opening for an Architectural Designer responsible for providing designs and coordination for Colby Co.’s architectural design projects. Responsibilities include studies and planning; preparation of plans and coordination of drawings for a broad range of architectural designs; coordination with multiple engineering disciplines; and construction administration.The successful candidate will be a quick, flexible thinker and problem-solver who can demonstrate experience working as a team member to meet tight deadlines.
This position is a part of an 11-person Architectural Department, which is comprised of Registered Architects and Architectural Designers. Additionally, Colby Co. offers mechanical, fire protection, electrical, structural, and civil engineering with our in-house staff.
Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Architects with the research, planning, assessment and design a variety of building projects
• Coordinate with the project team, including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection engineering
• Work with the project team to prepare presentations and produce documents from schematic design through to the construction phase
• Conduct and document site visits, process submittals, substitution requests, and RFI’s during construction

Desired Traits

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering
• 0 to 2 years of project experience in an architectural practice, internships considered as experience
• Desire to learn building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures
• Proficient in current version of AutoCAD and/or Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Desire to obtain Registration

In addition to our insurance and retirement benefits package, we offer two paid volunteer days a year, Anniversary Bonuses, paid educational reimbursement, summer hours, paid time off (PTO), flex time, free parking, company outings and great co-workers.
Colby Co. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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