Associate Architect

Associate, Architect

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

At Aligned, we don't just build data centers, we power the digital future. As an Associate, Architect, you'll support the design and delivery of next-generation infrastructure, partnering across teams to ensure our facilities meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and innovation.

You'll collaborate with internal and external partners to support technical compliance, coordinate critical systems, and contribute to solutions that enhance efficiency, scalability, and sustainability.

This role is ideal for someone who is curious, driven, and eager to grow; with a strong work ethic and collaborative mindset. Join a team where innovation is intentional, and your contributions help build what's next.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design
• Support review of architectural standards and scopes.
• Assist with review of Aligned's reference design standard, ensuring compliance, innovation, lessons learned, and alignment with customer and code requirements.
• Participate in design quality control reviews across all phases.
• Support preparation of content and materials for internal business approvals.
• Assist with conceptual and directional design decisions.
• Support site evaluations, test fits, and Aligned's real estate due diligence efforts.
• Assist with expansion and renovation projects & upgrades to existing legacy facilities.
• Execution
• Support technical investigations and problem solving efforts.
• Assist in validate project readiness for service from a technical standpoint.
• Support troubleshooting of building performance issues under the guidance of senior staff.
• Participate in coordination meetings (design and construction).
• Revenue
• Support review of customer-driven deviations from standard designs.
• Assist in evaluations of assets under consideration for acquisition
• Forward Vision
• Stay informed on industry trends and technologies.
• Support evaluation of sustainable practices.
• Assist in review of new design and construction technologies.
• Communications
• Communicate effectively with team members and project stakeholders.
• Ability to convey technical concepts clearly with guidance.
• Support development and participation in team training efforts.

Strongly desired working experience and knowledge of:

• Project Management Software (Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, etc.)
• Knowledge and experience working with Revit, Bluebeam, Auto CAD.

Minimum qualifications:

• Professional Degree in Architecture (B.Arch / M.Arch), or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of design or project management experience.
• Architecture license not required; interest in pursuing licensure preferred.
• Basic understanding of building systems (structural, architectural, MEP).
• Familiarity with construction drawings and specifications.
• Interest in leveraging AI-enabled tools to improve design/engineering efficiency, quality, and decision-making across workflows.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with strong organizational skills.
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to learn.
• Ability to understand construction project scopes.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% as needed.

Competencies:

• Adaptability
• Analytical
• Business Acumen
• Change Management
• Customer Service
• Delegation
• Dependability
• Diversity
• Ethics
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Skills
• Judgement
• Leadership
• Managing People
• Motivation
• Oral Communication
• Organizational Support
• Planning/Organizing
• Problem Solving
• Professionalism
• Project Management
• Quality
• Safety and Security
• Teamwork
• Technical Skills
• Visionary Leadership

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions
• Frequently required to stand/walk/sit
• Frequently required to bend/climb
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts

Benefits & Perks:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA with employer contribution for eligible participants. FSA's offered for health and dependent care to increase tax savings.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Company-Sponsored Insurance: Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (with medical election)
• Optional Benefits: Voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage
• Wellness Programs: Employee assistance program (EAP), Wellhub gym membership, and other wellness initiatives

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Aligned Data Centers is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.