Architectural Associate II

RS H; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

RS&H in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an Experienced Architectural Associate to join our Corporate Practice. You will support planning, design development, and the preparation of construction documents for corporate workplace and related projects.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture and at least three years of relevant experience, with strong knowledge of building codes and proficient BIM tools (Revit, AutoCAD). A Master’s degree and NCARB exposure are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program with at least three years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong understanding of state and local building codes, zoning, fire regulations, and related ordinances.
• Proficiency with architectural production software and construction document production.
• Professional experience with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams through planning, design development, and construction document phases.
• Develop impact studies, cost analyses, design requirements, and site studies.
• Lead and support data collection, research, and project investigations.
• Prepare project documents, drawings, visual aids, and other design materials.
• Coordinate development of construction documents with internal teams and clients.
• Edit specifications and discipline reports; contribute to project documentation.
• Research building codes, zoning, fire regulations, and other approvals.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams to ensure delivery.
• Contribute to multiple projects while maintaining schedules and quality.
• Continue developing technical and project management skills through hands-on experience.

Skills

Architecture

Communication

Collaboration

Project management

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's in Architecture

Master's in Architecture (preferred)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

The Opportunity

RS&H is currently seeking an Experienced Architectural Associate to join our Corporate Practice in Jacksonville, FL.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, collaborate with experienced design professionals, and grow your career within an employee-owned firm, RS&H offers an environment where your ideas and expertise can make an impact.

As an Experienced Architectural Associate, you’ll join our Buildings team and play an important role in supporting the planning, design, and delivery of corporate workplace and other building projects. You’ll work alongside architects, engineers, and other professionals to develop creative, thoughtful solutions for a variety of clients.

What You’ll Do

• Support project teams through planning, design development, and construction document phases.
• Develop impact studies, cost analyses, design requirements, and site selection studies.
• Lead and support data collection efforts, research, and project investigations.
• Prepare portions of project documents, drawings, visual aids, presentations, and other design materials.
• Assist with the development and coordination of construction documents.
• Edit and contribute to specifications, discipline reports, and other project documentation.
• Research applicable building codes, zoning requirements, fire regulations, and other governing ordinances.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal project team members to support successful project delivery.
• Contribute to multiple projects and assignments while maintaining quality, accuracy, and established project schedules.
• Continue developing technical, design, and project management skills through hands‑on project experience.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program and at least three years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong understanding of state and local building codes, zoning requirements, fire regulations, and other applicable ordinances.
• Proficiency with architectural production software and construction document production.
• Professional experience with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, contractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and adapt to shifting project priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• A passion for architecture and a desire to continue learning and growing professionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Architecture from an NAAB‑accredited program.
• NAAB‑accredited Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
• Enrollment in the NCARB Architectural Experience Program (AXP/IDP).
• Eligibility to sit for the Architect Registration Examination (ARE).
• Experience working on corporate workplace, commercial, healthcare, or other complex building projects.

At RS&H, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and build a career with a firm that values imagination, ingenuity, and innovation. We are consistently ranked among the nation’s top 100 design firms and have delivered projects in more than 50 countries around the world.

Every day, we’re working to shape the future.

If you’re ready to bring your architectural experience to a collaborative team and continue growing your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered. It is the responsibility of all third‑party recruiting and employment agencies to know and adhere to our recruiting policy.

The Company

Employee‑owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamw