Architectural Designer

Harley Ellis Devereaux (HED); Royal Oak (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative architectural design firm is seeking a mid-career designer to join their dynamic team. This role involves leading design efforts, ensuring technical quality, and collaborating with engineers on complex projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in architectural design, exceptional communication skills, and proficiency in BIM/Revit and other design tools. A commitment to sustainability and the ability to mentor junior staff are essential. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will shape the future of architectural design in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years' experience in A/E industry preferred.
• Licensure and LEED Accreditation preferred.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for building system design and technical quality across all phases of a project.
• Collaborate with engineers and other consultants using Revizto.
• Lead technical reviews in Revizto through all phases of the project.

Skills

BIM/Revit

Revizto

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam Concept Board

Rhino

Leadership

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Architecture

LEED Accreditation

Tools

BIM/Revit

Revizto

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam Concept Board

Rhino

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Mid-career designer and a member of the architectural design talent team capable of excelling in a hybrid work environment. Proven experience and proficiency in architectural design, technical detailing or both able to work with minimal supervision. May direct others in pursuit of project goals. Record of collaboration, critical thinking, and leadership across multiple market sectors. Adopts and excels in implementing project standards and Revit workflows and advises others in meeting performance expectations. Ability to anticipate project's needs and proficient in design and production processes.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Responsible for building system design and technical quality across all phases of a project.
• Collaborate with engineers, and other consultants using Revizto.
• Function as discipline team leader on small and medium sized, complex projects when assigned, following the HED Design Process Guidelines.
• Oversee project team members within the discipline when assigned.
• Ensure that documentation reflects the projects' design intent.
• Prepare and monitor discipline work plans.
• Prepare and document required code research for project.
• Create project cartoon sets and coordinate with discipline work plans.
• Conduct material and product research as required for project development.
• Attend and lead project meetings, as necessary.
• Collaborate with other discipline team leaders.
• Interface with client team members and lead client and team meetings as assigned.
• Document interpretation and submittal reviews during bidding and construction administration.
• Lead technical reviews in Revizto through all phases of the project to meet HED expectations for quality and project performance.
• Manage tasks on concept board and maintain fluency in the project progress.
• Collaborate closely with authorities having jurisdiction to secure approvals.
• Guide team on all processes through all phases of design.
• Monitor staff to produce quality architectural and engineering services within a project team concept.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Architecture (four year) degree.
• Licensure preferred.
• LEED Accredited or other sustainability credential preferred.
• Minimum eight years' experience in A/E industry preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of professional services from schematic design through project close-out, including design and technical expertise.
• Comprehensive understanding of the coordination aspects and related requirements of all design disciplines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to motivate and mentor staff and delegate work assignments.
• Proficient in BIM/Revit, Revizto, Microsoft Word, Excel, Bluebeam Concept Board required.
• Experience in Rhino and other graphics programs preferred.
• Robust design and graphics skills preferred.
• Very meticulous, initiative-taking, enthusiastic, and flexible.
• Ability to work well with others under deadlines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Capable of traveling to and from project sites to attend client, project, and construction meetings.
• Ability to access existing and new project sites for observation, investigation, and evaluation purposes.
• Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes.
• Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.

In compliance with all applicable or other employment requirements, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with disability and arrest and conviction records.

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