Architectural Assistant Designer

New England Design & Construction; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA & IRA

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Job summary

New England Design & Construction is seeking an Architectural Assistant Designer in Lexington, MA, for full-time on-site work. The role supports design and development from concept through construction documents, including vision boards, fixture/finishes selection, and cost estimation across SD, DD, and CD phases.

A minimum 1 year in residential design is required. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, Gather It, and InDesign/Acrobat is essential, along with strong English

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of residential design experience (2–3 years preferred).
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp.
• Experience with Gather It and Adobe InDesign/Acrobat.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook).
• Must be able to take direction and work on multiple projects.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a vehicle.
• Must be proficient in English (speaking, reading, and writing).

Responsibilities

• Assist design and development of projects from start to finish.
• Prepare vision boards and documentation from existing conditions to construction drawings.
• Assist Lead Designers on fixture and finish selection.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to assemble estimated construction costs in the Schematic Design, Development, and Construction Documentation phases.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Accredited Architectural Degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam Revu

SketchUp

Gather It

InDesign / Acrobat

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time | Please note: This is not a remote position.

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 annually

Role Overview

The Architectural Assistant Designer will help with the design and development of projects from start-to-finish. This will include:

• Documentation from existing conditions through to completion of construction-level drawings.
• Preparation of vision boards.
• Assisting Lead Designers on the selection of fixtures and finishes.
• Working collaboratively with Designers and production teams to assemble estimated construction costs in the Schematic Design Development and Construction Documentation phases.

Candidate must be able to switch between several tasks, as the position requires assistance on multiple projects that are in different phases of design.

Successful applicants must be enthusiastic and passionate about remodeling and must be client oriented. Other requirements include, but are not limited to:

Required Experience

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of working experience in Residential Design (2-3 years is preferred).
• Software Proficiency: Must be experienced/proven proficient in the following:
  • AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp
  • Gather It, Adobe InDesign / Acrobat
  • Microsoft Office (Excel / Word / Outlook)

Other Requirements

• Comfortable taking directions from others.
• Comfortable working on several projects varying in size and complexity.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other design and construction professionals.
• Willingness to learn our Design-Build process.
• Must be proficient in the English language (speaking, writing, and reading).
• Must have a valid driver's license and a vehicle.

Great-to-Haves (Pluses)

• A background in the carpentry/building trade is a huge plus.
• Knowledge of Passive House and/or other building science standards is a plus.
• Familiarity with 3D scanning practices and workflow is a plus.

Education

• Degree in Architecture or Construction Management.
• Accredited Architectural Degree preferred.
• Medical: 100% premium paid for employees and family
• Financial: HSA company contribution & Simple IRA
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO increases based on years of service) + 9 paid company holidays
• Bonuses: Annual profit sharing based on company results