Architectural Staff II

Description Architectural Staff II (2) Role Description: Huitt-Zollars has an excellent full-time opportunity for an Architectural Staff I at our Orlando office. This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth and career advancement. The successful candidate will collaborate with a knowledgeable team of architects and designers and contribute daily to our work and culture. You will be joining a growing creative and energetic team working on diverse projects including commercial entertainment, master planning, and hospitality. Candidates should have a minimum 4+ years of experience and strong desire to work in commercial works where guest and visitor experience drives concepts and design. This position supports architects, project managers, and designers in preparing design, presentation, and construction drawings, as well as assisting in construction contract administration for projects. Candidate must possess proven teamwork abilities and be flexible in assignments. HZ Orlando is a growing office where team members are actively engaged in the growth and culture of our team. HZ is an award-winning Architecture and Engineering firm providing innovative planning, architecture, engineering, and interior design solutions across the United States. Location: Orlando, Florida Employment Type: 40 FT Hours Compensation Type: Salary Registration(s): None Education: Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and Master's in Architecture completed Duties Simultaneous work on a minimum of 2-3 projects at various stages of development. Prepares project designs and construction documents using BIM software and equipment. Prepares various documents during the course of the project development including meeting minutes, project specifications, agency applications, etc. Visit project sites under the direction of a supervisor and assist with the documentation of findings, if needed. Research materials, assemblies, or building codes for appropriate incorporation into design and construction drawings as directed by a supervisor. Integrate information from consultants and suppliers into Revit Models for documentation. Be motivated and excited for commercial projects as entertainment and hospitality, with a drive to research and be current in market direction, projects, and new advancements in the industry. Contribute ideas, research, testing, and sketching for creative pursuit and direction. Assist in the processing of contractor submittals and RFIs by logging in the documents and routing them to the appropriate party for review. Attend, record, and distribute meeting minutes and assist with general project correspondence if needed. Assist or prepare graphic materials for presentation or documents. Select and prepare material finish boards/binders. Some travel to construction job sites and client meetings. Qualifications Completed Master's in Architecture preferred. Minimum 4+ years of related experience in commercial projects. Must be engaged in AXP and actively pursuing licensure. Ability to read redlines and modify Revit models and other documents accurately from redlines. Proficient in Revit, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong problem solving/analysis, and technical capacity to research and apply building codes. Drawing/sketching skills; both hand and digital Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong task-oriented time management. Possess collaborative teamwork abilities. Technical Support Role Annual Performance Goals & Expectations Having a deep understanding of how your work and contributions as a co-owner add to Huitt-Zollars' mission and core values. Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process. Routinely proposes and produces more effective ways to accomplish assignments. Maintains a safe and hazard-free work area and operates with a 'safety first' approach to their work - even within an office setting. Routinely functions in a technically proficient manner on project/technical operations. Takes on more responsibilities and actively seeks out opportunities to grow/learn beyond their typical key responsibilities that add value to the quality, efficiency, and/or profitability of a project(s), a team(s), or the Company's performance. This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars' Core Value Competencies About Huitt-Zollars Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients. Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page. Benefits & Perks Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO) Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO) Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO) MDLive Telehealth Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability 8 Paid Holidays Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities Paid Vacation/Annual Leave Paid Sick Leave Tuition Reimbursement Commuter Benefits Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements Term Life / AD&D insurance Cancer and Specified Disease insurance Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP Work for an Employee-Owned firm Physical Requirements Sedentary work that requires prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires one to be adaptable to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Huitt-Zollars is a federal contractor and subcontractor and abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a), which prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action to employ and advance qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Huitt-Zollars Inc.