Architect

Job Description

Job Description

Role: Architect

Start Date: TBD – Immediate availability

Status: Full Time

Location: Ankeny, IA

About Caliber Company

Caliber Company is a vertically integrated owner, operator and developer based in Des Moines, IA. Jcorp DB is a division of Caliber Company and a vertically integrated design-build construction company. We are professional, confident, and ambitious individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. We strive to deliver Best in Class results through collaboration, creativity, and a can-do approach. We are an in-office team, local to central Iowa. Caliber Company is an EOS organization that values process, accountability, growth and collaboration. We’re unique in that we harness the power of vertical integration to deliver best in class properties and best in class living. The breadth of our portfolio and the growth of our organization provide significant professional development opportunities. We are market leaders that value one another personally and professionally.

Our core focus is to enhance and invest in our community through innovative design and excellence in execution. Every project we take on reflects our commitment to quality, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production and coordination of design process and technical documents under the direction of a licensed design professional
• Contribute to design discussions and idea generation
• Creation of renderings and graphical images for marketing and promotion of projects
• Design and detailing in Revit
• Attend project and client meetings with design professionals and consultants
• Collaborate with our Development, Interior Design, Project Management, and Construction teams from concept to project substantial completion
• Interact with and be a representative of the company with clients and contractors
• Conduct site visits to review progress and ensure design intent is executed in the field
• Stay current with industry trends, materials, and design methods to support innovative design and excellence in execution

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited professional degree program with a bachelors or masters degree in architecture
• 3 to 10 years of related experience
• Licensed to practice architecture in the state of IA (or readily obtainable via reciprocity)
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop and coordinate construction documentation
• Strong knowledge of architectural systems, construction documentation, and associated technology
• Demonstrate a high degree of aptitude in creative and critical thinking in the design process
• Proficient in application of international building codes, life safety code, and ADA requirements
• Experienced with programming, space planning, and exterior architectural design
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Adept in Autodesk Revit and Microsoft Office
• Skilled in the use of Twin Motion, Enscape, and other visualization software
• Experience with commercial and/or multifamily residential projects is beneficial

What we offer

• Annual Salary $65,000 - $80,000 (based on qualifications & experience)
• Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus based on company and personal performance
• Competitive benefits package
• Licensure/Certification study materials and financial support
• Professional Development Opportunities