Architectural Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Gridwork AE (formerly Livermore Architecture & Engineering) is an architectural design and structural engineering firm located in Portland, Oregon, specializing in commercial and industrial​ building types. We are a small firm that regularly completes big projects in a range of different markets. Gridwork AE provides a friendly, positive work environment where each employee is given considerable responsibility for the design and management of her or his projects. Supporting the career development of our staff is a core value of Gridwork AE.

We currently have a position for a talented, intelligent, and capable architectural staff member.  Responsibilities will include production of design documents and project support including programming, schematic design, code reviews, construction documents, consultant coordination, jurisdiction submittals, and construction administration tasks. The candidate will be expected to use tools such as hand sketching, AutoCAD, and Revit to produce and document designs. Additionally, over time the candidate may be expected to add project management tasks to the duties including client contact, scheduling and budgeting, contract writing, and business development. The duties also may include providing occasional drafting assistance to the structural staff as needed.

We provide the following benefits:

·        Competitive salaries and incentive compensation.

·        401(k) plan with 3% company match.

·        $1,500 annual professional development stipend.

·        Paid holidays, PTO, and sick days.

·        Flexible work arrangements with prior approval.

·        Reasonable work hours with rare overtime.

·        Social events.

·        Bicycle parking.

Candidate Minimum Requirements:

·        Degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited college.

·        Licensed or actively pursuing licensure.

·        A minimum of 5 years of work experience on commercial and/or industrial projects, including schematic design, construction documents, and construction administration.

·        Ability to work independently in a self-directed manner.

·        Strong work ethic and motivation to learn.

·        Excellent organizational, communication, critical thinking, and design skills.

·        Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.

Preferred Skills and Credentials:

·        Good programming and design skills.

·        Good understanding of technical construction detailing.

·        Good understanding of building and energy codes.

·        Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite.

Please submit a cover letter, resume and 1-3 work samples via email. All material should be in pdf format, 8 1/2” by 11” sheet size. Files in formats other than pdf will not be considered. Email to: View email address on ziprecruiter.com