Architectural Designer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an entry-level Architectural Designer to join their innovative team in Charlottesville. This full-time role offers the chance to work under the guidance of experienced architects and engage in diverse projects that shape the built environment. With a focus on sustainability and creativity, you'll gain valuable experience while contributing to impactful designs. Join a collaborative environment that encourages professional growth and development, and take the first step in your architectural career with a company committed to excellence and diversity.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Wellness Program

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Family Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-term/Long-term Disability Plans

Emergency Travel Benefits

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of accessibility and building codes.
• Ability to develop floor plans, wall sections, and details.
• Experience with digital graphic tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing designs through sketches and models.
• Utilize BIM for three-dimensional building models.
• Prepare and revise documentation during all project phases.

Skills

BIM

Microsoft Office Suite

Revit

Sketch-up

Adobe Creative Suite

Accessibility Codes

Building Codes

Space Planning

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

Master of Architecture

Tools

Enscape

Lumion

Job description

Architectural Designer - ( 250001UL )

Description

Stantec GS is a professional infrastructure and environmental services company, with expertise in the planning and implementation of encroachment control and mitigation efforts at military installations and associated operational equities throughout the United States. Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We are a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support.

Your Opportunity

Stantec GS is seeking an entry level Architectural Designer. In this full-time role, you will work on tasks under the guidance of an Architect or Senior Designer and will engage with our diverse team of professionals. With the ability to engage through the Developing Professionals Group (DPG), Mentorship, Training, Sustainability, Innovation, and many other avenues, you will have the power to design your own career path as you learn and grow. For those pursuing licensure, you will have the opportunity to gain NCARB AXP experience under the guidance of an AXP mentor.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of a design through sketches, physical models, digital models, diagrams, massing studies, and other visual formats.

• Utilize BIM to develop three-dimensional building models and utilize it as a tool in the production of construction documents.

• Participate in internal project reviews and critiques.

• Prepare and revise documentation during all project phases. Develop drawings, such as site plans, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, and details.

• Coordinate with building systems (structure, mechanical systems, electrical systems, etc.)

• Assist in contract administration tasks, such as submittal review and construction site visits.

• Participate in project coordination and meetings with internal team members, external consultants, and/or clients.

• Implement sustainable design principles into the building design and surrounding environment.

• Assist in site analysis and research of design concepts, benchmarks, materials, typologies, and precedents.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Basic knowledge and application of accessibility codes and building codes.

• Basic knowledge of building construction systems.

• Basic understanding of all phases of architectural document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.

• Ability to conduct space planning, block planning, and adjacencies in coordination with building program.

• Ability to develop floor plans, wall sections, and details.

• Ability to check work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.

• Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting through all phases of architectural design.

• Ability to engage in creative and critical thought and able to graphically communicate concepts and ideas to others effectively.

• Ability to communicate and interpret abstract ideas through sketches, drawings, building program, and other similar material.

• Requires an understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and Revit.

• Experience with digital graphic tools such as Enscape, Lumion, Sketch-up, & Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.

• Must have valid driver’s license with good driving record.

• Position requires pre-employment drug screen.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor and/or Master degree of Architecture or related field.

• 0 to 3 years’ experience.

• LEED Green Associate or LEED AP is a plus.

• Established NCARB record and working towards licensure preferred.

Typical office environment includes working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Virginia-Charlottesville

Other Locations : United States-Virginia-Hampton

Organization : BC-2374 EnvSvcs-US Government Services

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Entry Level

Travel : Yes, 20 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : May 8, 2025, 4:29:04 PM

Req ID: 250001UL

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Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans