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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking An Entry Level Architecture Designer to be based in Houston, TX

This position is expected to begin in May 2024

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to

• Develops solutions for routine technical problems with limited scope.

• Work under general supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member.

• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard architectural techniques, procedures, and standards.

• Develops architectural designs to meet project specification.

• Prepares designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and working drawings, develops details and edits specifications.

• Adapts and modifies design features and operational methods to meet a variety of situations, while maintaining conformance with established architectural practices ensuring the quality of product.

• Prepares architectural reports and progress narratives.

• Supports the work of a more senior-level architect in executing a collaborative approach to establishing a design and vision.

• Coordinates technical drawings with internal and external consultants.

• Participate in presentations of designs to clients, communities and other interested stakeholders.

• Supports company policies and contributes to the overall dynamic team environment of the office culture

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited university or other related field required from an NAAB accredited program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent working knowledge of Autodesk CAD, BIM-Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Sketchup, Lumion, V-Ray and Rhino 3D.

• Excellent working knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite products.

• Experienced-level of proficiency in the use of computers for making architectural drawings, calculations and 3-D visual simulations.

• Excellent oral / written communication skills.

• A high level of organizational skills with a detail-oriented focus and a strong work ethic.

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

• NCARB and LEED Accredited Professional certified preferred but not required.

• Strong desire to become a licensed registered architect, preferably in the state in which the office is located.

• Interest and recent experience in sports and assembly related projects is preferred but not a requirement.

• Enhanced understanding of architectural principles and theory associated with project design and construction document production.

• Working knowledge of standard construction techniques and principles.

• Working knowledge of design production techniques including 3D computer modeling, graphic design, word processing and effective communication skills.

• Ability to work efficiency and be flexible to change.

• Be self-manage and work as needed independently.

• Some level of basic free hand sketching ability for presentations.

Additional Information

• Relocation not available with position

• Sponsorship is not offered now or in the furture with position

• Offered rate of compensation) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The hourly range for this position is $22 - $25/hr​

• AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10100138

Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Design

Work Location Model: On-Site