Junior Architectural Designer

Shurgard Self Storage Ltd.; Groot-Bijgaarden; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Shurgard Self Storage Ltd. in Brussels (Groot-Bijgaarden) seeks a Junior Architectural Designer to create architectural plans using CAD and related design software, and to maintain building plans databases for Shurgard properties.

You will start with AutoCAD-based unit-mix layouts, ensure accuracy against built structures, maintain filing systems, and progress towards Architectural Designer within 2 years; travel will be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture.
• At least 3 years of experience in architectural drafting.
• Knowledge of design, construction, engineering and building regulations.
• Experience in retail sector and international exposure.
• Fluent in English and at least one of German, French, Dutch (German preferred).
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Photoshop and capable of 3D renderings from SketchUp or Revit.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD dynamic blocks and external scripting is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Support Design Team with CAD skills to develop architectural plans and create a databank for completed projects.
• Receive full training in external/internal layouts (Unit-Mix) using AutoCAD during the initial period and draw unit-mixes.
• Ensure accuracy of plans vs built structure and data extracted from CAD (sqm, units, etc.).
• Maintain filing system and project databases.
• Train to become Architectural Designer within 2 years.

Skills

Teamwork

Proactive

Prioritization

Adaptability

Results-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Photoshop

SketchUp

Revit

AutoCAD dynamic blocs

Microsoft Office

Job description

LET’S TALK ABOUT THE JOB!

You create architectural plans using CAD and other design software.

Position description
Category
Support Centers - Real Estate
Job title
Junior Architectural Designer

Job Description

LET’S TALK ABOUT THE JOB!

You create architectural plans using CAD and other design software.

You ensure the keeping of building plans and information of Shurgard's properties as a Data Base to be used by Real Estate and other departments. The creation of the architectural plans starts from the feasibility stage of the project up to the project completion.

You are based at the European Headquarters in Brussels (Groot-Bijgaarden). The position includes the ability to travel on a regular basis.

You report to the Deputy Director of Construction.

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES!

• You support the Design Team with the technical CAD skills on developing the architectural plans and creating Data Base for the completed projects.
• You will be fully trained in self-storage external and internal layouts (called Unit-Mix), based on AutoCAD during your initial period. You will be required to draw the unit-mixes for the projects.
• You ensure the accuracy of the plans vs. built structure and the information extracted from the CAD (sqm, number of units, etc.)
• You maintain the filing system and project databases.
• You are to be trained to become Architectural Designer within 2 years.

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR SKILLS!

• You promote team working, and act as an example of effective work.
• You enjoy contributing to a great team spirit and interacting with your colleagues.
• You show awareness and commitment to business performance targets.
• You prioritize own work and take initiatives.
• You have a strong appetite to work in a multinational environment.
• You are result driven, with a sense of urgency and appetite for challenges.
• You are driven by having a non-routine job, where each week is different from the previous one, and each project develops new skills.

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR PROFILE!

• You have a bachelor’s degree in architecture.
• You have at least 3 years of experience in architectural drafting in different projects, preferable commercial projects.
• You have knowledge about principles of design, construction, engineering and building regulations.
• You bring experience within the retail sector and you have international exposure, both of which are highly desirable.
• You are fluent in English and have a good command of at least one of the following languages: German, French, and/or Dutch, with German being a strong asset.
• You are proficient in AutoCAD, Photoshop and have good knowledge to realize 3D renderings from SketchUp or Revit models. Knowing about
• AutoCAD dynamic blocs and external scripting would be a plus You have a working knowledge of Microsoft applications.

And colleagues? Well, they are very important to you too. You like sharing and collaborating. You want to contribute to a fun and constructive work climate. And needless to say, you love to learn and to develop your knowledge and skills.

Contract type
Permanent
Full Time Equivalent %
100%
We offer
Join the European leader in self-storage.
At Shurgard, you'll be part of a dynamic, supportive team where your contributions truly matter. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package of extra-legal benefits - because we believe great work deserves great rewards.

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Belgium at hire and must maintain authorization to work in Belgium throughout their employment with our company.