Architectural Designer

Metro National Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MetroNational, a Houston-based real estate investment, development, and management company, seeks an Architectural Designer to join the team from concept through completion. You will work with leadership and project managers to develop design documents for complex development projects and help convey the vision using advanced digital tools.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience and a strong portfolio, with proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, and rendering software such as Enscape or

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture degree from an accredited program required.
• 3-5 years’ experience in the production of concept, schematic and design development documents.
• Proficiency with Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, Adobe Suite and rendering software (Enscape, Lumion).

Responsibilities

• Develop design drawings with leadership and PMs for layouts, plans and details.
• Prepare and modify architectural documents, elevations, sections and details.
• Create 2D and 3D presentation drawings and materials.
• Produce digital models for project team review.
• Conduct design computations and data compilation.
• Assist with materials selection and system research.
• Work with the project team to meet schedule and budget constraints.
• Familiarize with building and life safety codes and their application.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Project multitasking

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Rhino

Adobe Suite

Enscape

Lumion

Job description

Description

SUMMARY: We are seeking a creative and collaborative designer who combines exceptional design talent with strong communication skills to join our team. The position requires 3-5 years of experience in the production of concept, schematic and design development documents for small and large scale, programmatically complex development projects. The Architectural Designer will be involved in projects from concept through completion, working directly with the design team to develop and execute the vision. In addition to an aptitude for design and problem solving, candidates must be highly motivated and can work effectively in a collaborative team environment. We rely heavily on the use of advanced digital design software and techniques, rapid prototyping, etc. – candidates must have demonstrated skills in these areas:

• Expertise in Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, Adobe Suite and rendering software (Enscape, Lumion)
• Excellent visual and verbal communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of Revit and SketchUp preferred

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop design drawings while working with leadership and project managers to prepare layouts, plans and detail drawings as necessary for various types of projects.
• Prepare and modify architectural documents, elevations, sections, details, etc.
• Prepare 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings and materials.
• Create digital models for project team review.
• Compiles data and performs design computations.
• Performs product research; assists project designers and project architects with materials selection and system research.
• Work with project team to execute projects on time and within budget cost and quality constraints.
• Become familiar with building and life safety codes and their correct application.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Architecture degree from an accredited program required.
• 3-5 years’ experience
• Proficiency with Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, Adobe Suite and rendering software (Enscape, Lumion)
• A strong creative design portfolio is essential, as are strong communication, teamwork, presentation, graphics, organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects.

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent visual and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and corporate executives.

ABOUT METRONATIONAL

MetroNational is a private, family-owned real estate investment, development, and management company located in Houston whose core interest is the Memorial City mixed-use development. The cornerstones of its business philosophy are teamwork, loyalty, integrity, and professionalism, which have led to winning several awards:

• Houston Chronicle Top Workplaces
• Houston Business Journal Healthiest Employers
• Houston Business Journal Best Places to Work
• Cigna Well-Being Award
• American Heart Association Fit-Friendly Worksite
• Mother-Friendly Worksite

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