Architectural Designer

Zapata Incorporated; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) participation

Job summary

Zapata Incorporated, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is seeking an experienced Architectural Designer. This role will involve performing architectural design for both new constructions and renovations and requires expertise in CAD and knowledge of industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience, preferably with military facilities, and skill in AutoCAD and REVIT. A competitive benefits package is offered, including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 10+ years architectural CAD experience is required.
• Working knowledge of codes and industry standards related to architectural design.
• Military facilities design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs and maintains architectural design.
• Prepares architectural detailing for construction drawings.
• Conducts site visits to document conditions.

Skills

Architectural CAD experience

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Associates Degree or comparable experience

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina or Atlanta, Georgia

ZAPATA is a full-service engineering and architecture company with operations throughout the Continental United States and Pacific in support of Department of War, federal government, and private sector clients. The company is seeking an Architectural Designer to work in either the Charlotte, NC or Atlanta, GA office.

Position Summary:

This position performs architectural design for a variety of projects in both new construction and renovations. Must have working knowledge of current codes and industry standards. Experience applying the skills required for Department of War facilities, including demonstrating an understanding of the unique requirements of the active military, is regarded as a plus. Provide additional support to others as needed.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Plans, designs and/or maintains architectural design
• Prepares architectural detailing for construction drawings
• Applies industry techniques, procedures, and criteria in making adaptations and modifications to assigned projects
• Assembles and prints project deliverables
• Ensures drawings convey the correct information
• Self-checks own work for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with standards
• Works from drawings, sketches or scanned images, customer drawings, or Government drawings or specifications
• Establishes and manages efficient CAD file structure
• Conducts site visits to document conditions

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree and/or comparable experience required
• 10+ years architectural CAD experience is required
• Military facilities design is a plus
• Working knowledge of codes and industry standards related to architectural design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT
• Computer proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Effective problem solving and interpersonal skills

ZAPATA offers a competitive benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability and life insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and 401(k) participation.

All employment offers are contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check and drug screen. ZAPATA participates in E-Verify.

EOE AA Disabled/Veterans

VEVRAA Federal contractor. ZAPATA desires priority referrals.

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