Architectural Associate - Entry Level

Farnsworth Group; Waukee (IA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Program

Professional Development and Training

Great Place to Work certification

Job summary

Farnsworth Group is seeking an Architectural Associate – Entry Level to assist Project Managers with design solutions for public and private sector projects. You will gain NCARB AXp experience while learning construction documents and client relations through hands-on design tasks.

Responsibilities include site visits, schematic design support, client presentations, and coordination with partners. Ideal candidates hold a architecture degree and are eager to learn and grow in a collaborative team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited university.
• Master’s degree preferred; Bachelor’s required for entry.
• 0–2 years of professional experience.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape, Lumion, and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Proficient in Revit and design documentation workflows.
• Interest in ARE exams and ongoing licensure.

Responsibilities

• Visit project sites to review existing conditions and document them.
• Assist design teams with schematic design and construction documents.
• Prepare client presentation materials using design software.
• Support project managers, coordinate with consultants, and maintain team communication.
• Self-check work for accuracy and ensure document compliance.
• Develop design ideas and concepts as part of the design team.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Curiosity about design

Team collaboration

Follow instructions

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Master’s Degree in Architecture

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Enscape

Lumion

Microsoft Office

Revit

Job description

Farnsworth Groupis seeking an Architectural Associate – Entry Level to join our team. In this role, you will assist Project Managers by completing project design solutions for a wide variety of public and private sector projects. The position provides design support using a variety of graphics software and media, learning to prepare construction documents, beginning to learn client relations, and engaging in all aspects of the design process. As an Architectural Associate, you will receive a well-rounded AXP experience for NCARB.

What You’ll Do:

• Visit project sites to review and document existing conditions
• Supports preparation of creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team.
• Provides design support under supervision for schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Assists in preparing client presentation materials using design application skills and creative ideas.
• Uses a creative approach to perform tasks and responsibilities on projects in an organized, timely, and consistent way.
• Self-checks work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compile data for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Provides support to tasks within project teams
• Keeps open communication within team and with project managers.
• Assists with coordination among partners and consultants.

What You’ll Need:

• Master’s Degree in Architecture preferred; Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture required; degree must be from an accredited university
• 0-2 years of professional experience
• Experience with Adobe Creative suite, Enscape, Lumion, and Microsoft Office preferred
• Proficient use of Revit
• Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and motivation to learn and be curious about designAbility to collaborate with team members and follow instructions
• Interest in completing the ARE exams

Who We Are:

Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! For eleven consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Join us and move your career forward.

A Great Place to Work Certified

For eleven consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participate in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.

Full-time regular employee benefits and perks include:

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development and Training
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Pet Insurance Plan
• Hybrid Work Program

Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success. Please discuss with your recruiter for details.

Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:

Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.

Job Fraud Alert: Protect Yourself from Recruitment Scams

At Farnsworth Group, the integrity of our recruitment process — and your personal security — are top priorities. We have recently been made aware of a fraudulent scheme. At Farnsworth Group, the integrity of our recruitment process and your personal security are top priorities. We are aware of a recruitment scam in which a third party impersonates Farnsworth Group employees, often using a look-alike email domain or Microsoft Teams, to trick candidates into sharing sensitive information or downloading malicious software. These individuals are not affiliated with us in any way.

Farnsworth Group will never:

• Contact you via Microsoft Teams or from an email address that doesn’t end in @f-w.com
• Ask for banking, credit card, W-9, or Social Security information before a signed offer and official onboarding
• Require you to install software on your personal devices, or ask for payment or reimbursement for equipment or onboarding materials

What to do if you’re unsure:

If something feels off, please reach out to verify it with us at [e-mail]. You can also report suspicious activity to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.

The Affiliation Program is available for inspection by any applicant or employee by contacting the Human Resources office, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Accommodations for applicants:

Applicants wishing to apply for an open position with Farnsworth Group, Inc. who require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process may contact Farnsworth Group, Inc.’s Human Resources Department at [e-mail] to request assistance. Farnsworth Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.