Entry Level Architectural Designer

Job Description Dewberry Architects, Inc. is seeking an energetic Entry Level Architectural Design Professional to join our team in our Peoria, IL office. Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century. Responsibilities An Entry Level Architectural Designer operates under the direction of a Project Architect and/or Project Manager and is responsible for accurately translating design intent into clear and comprehensive drawings. Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as effective collaboration and organizational abilities, are essential. Candidates are expected to conduct research, ask informed and purposeful questions, and demonstrate initiative when addressing design and technical challenges. Within a team environment, the individual will gain broad exposure to all phases of the architectural process. Required Skills & Required Experience Bachelor of Architecture or Masters of Architecture from an accredited university required. Minimum of (1) year of internship experience with an architectural firm is required. Intern Development Program (IDP) process started with goal of licensure. Demonstrated experience with REVIT, Photoshop and Microsoft Office. Digital and traditional rendering abilities and graphic experience a plus Knowledge of sustainable design principles is beneficial and LEED AP preferable. Excellent communication and presentation skills required. A portfolio or sampling of work will be required. At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization. Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law. Salary Range The projected range for this position is $65,502 - $68,002 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly. Program Information As An Entry-level Hire, you’ll be part of a Class Of peers With 0-1 Years Of Professional Experience. Our Entry-level Program Comes Together On a Regular Basis For Professional Development Events And Team Building Activities Led By An Advisory Team To Form lasting connections with peers in your class. Gain a better understanding of career growth and meaningful opportunities to align with your professional goals. Expand your knowledge of Dewberry and what we do. #J-18808-Ljbffr