Architectural Designer 2

Kaas Wilson Architects LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaas Wilson Architects LLC in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a full-time architectural assistant to support all phases from schematic design to construction documents. The role involves creating 3D models in Revit per KWA standards, preparing graphic materials, and coordinating with the project team under supervision.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in architecture with 2–3 years of relevant experience, and are proficient in Revit, Enscape/Lumion, and the Adobe Creative Suite, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required; Master’s preferred.
• 2–3 years of relevant architectural experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge.
• Ability to manage deadlines and budgets as directed.
• Strong graphic/visualization skills to communicate ideas.
• Proficient in Revit; able to teach others KWA Revit standards.
• Preferred experience in Enscape and Lumion.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite – Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of the architectural design process from schematic to construction documents.
• Work with the construction team under supervision.
• Prepare graphic materials for presentations or documents.
• Create 3D models using Revit per KWA standards.
• Develop details aligned with design direction.
• Collaborate with Project Manager and team to ensure quality control.
• Receive edits from project manager or Architects and revise drawings.
• Understand zoning, building codes, and accessibility codes.
• Maintain and organize project documentation.
• Assist in construction document production and coordination.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Note-taking

Ability to learn quickly

Adaptability

Schedule awareness

Graphic/visualization

Revit proficiency

Teaching Revit standards

Enscape

Lumion

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Revit

Enscape

Lumion

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Full-time employee will assist in all aspects of architectural design, from presentations for clients to working with the construction team. Work is completed under direct supervision from others. Minimum of bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years of experience required.

Direct Supervisor:

Team Project Manager and/or Project Architect

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist in the delivery of our product: the architectural design process from schematic & design development (for our clients) to construction documents and coordination so that it is clearly understood by governing authority and construction workers.
• Assist with administrative and organizational tasks.
• Assist or prepare graphic materials for presentations or documents.
• Create 3D models using Revit, following KWA production standards.
• Develop details that are consistent with the design direction and support the overall quality of the project.
• Collaborate with Project Manager and team to ensure that quality control standards are met.
• Receive technical direction and edits/redlines from project manager, Architect 1/2, or Architectural Staff 1/2 to revise drawings.
• Utilize a base understanding of zoning ordinances, building codes, and accessibility codes, and understand building components.
• Maintain and organize project documentation (including meeting minutes, project work scope and other forms of communication).
• Assist in construction document production and coordination.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to take detailed, complete notes during client meetings
• Ability to learn quickly, retain information, and apply knowledge to projects.
• Maintain a high level of performance in a fast-paced environment, adapting to and overcoming changing priorities and deadlines.
• Value the importance of the project schedule and budget as communicated by the Project Manager, Architect 1/2, or Architectural Staff 1/2.
• Strong graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas.
• Proficient in Revit and ability to teach others learned KWA Revit standards.
• Preferred experience in Enscape and/or Lumion.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite – Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required, Master’s degree preferred.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.