Junior Architectural Designer

Architect

We are seeking a Jr. Architect who wants to take the next step in their career. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 3 years of architectural experience within the construction drawing phase and full proficiency in using Revit.

Responsibilities

Work within the construction drawing phase to lead a team in producing full construction document sets for multi-family/mixed-use projects ranging from 200-4,000 sq ft. Produce full sets of construction drawings for new construction projects. Ensure all drawings comply with building codes. Coordinate with clients, engineers, and trades on all projects. Advise and oversee junior staff within the construction drawing phase. Spend 25% - 50% of time in technical production, including producing, marking up, and red-lining documents. Review all drawings for code compliance.

Essential Skills

1 to 3 years of architectural experience within the construction drawing phase. Full proficiency in using Revit. Strong understanding of residential projects, including multi-family/mixed-use and single-family projects. Knowledge of building codes. Bachelor of Architecture degree. Ability to coordinate with all engineering trades and manage ground-up projects from inception through completion.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in producing construction documents and overseeing other architects. Strong project management skills. Ability to work with and advise junior staff. Experience in coordinating with clients, engineers, and trades.

Work Environment

The position offers real work flexibility with a non-traditional approach to working hours. Staff can come in late as long as they complete their 8 hours (within reason). The studio environment is collaborative, with 70% of the work done independently and 30% in collaboration. The company has two locations: Asbury Park, NJ (main office) and Boca, FL, with the ability to work out of either office if needed. The staff total is 9, with a mix of architects and designers. The projects include 60% multi-family/mixed-use, 20% residential single-family, and 20% hospitality. The average project length varies from 2 to 5 months. The work environment also includes 5 days in the office with flexible hours and summer hours.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $36.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

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