Architectural Designer I

Socket.dev; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Nexsen in Virginia Beach is seeking an Architecture Designer to join our team. This entry‑level role supports project teams under a Registered Architect, contributing to small to moderate projects while developing technical skills and design judgment.

You will work with Revit, Rhino, Enscape, and Adobe Creative Cloud, assist BIM workflows, prepare drawings and construction documents, and help ensure codes and sustainability requirements align with project goals.

Qualifications

• Entry-level architectural professional supporting project teams under a Registered Architect.
• Develops technical skills, design judgment, and independence while contributing to projects.

Responsibilities

• Produce architectural drawings, details, and construction docs consistent with standards.
• Apply BIM platforms to coordinate design and documentation.
• Assist in preparing architectural specifications and coordinating with construction docs.
• Support research of building codes, zoning, and sustainability requirements.
• Participate in client presentations and meetings; assist with documentation.

Skills

Architectural design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Enscape

Adobe CC

Job description

Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.

Position summary:

The Architecture Designer is an entry‑level architectural professional who supports project teams under the direction of a Registered Architect. The role contributes to projects of small to moderate size and complexity and may assist on portions of larger projects. Responsibilities include applying standard architectural principles, methods, and procedures while building knowledge of conventional architectural practice.

This position is designed for an emerging professional who develops technical skills, design judgment, and independence while actively contributing to project teams.

Compensation for this position is $33.70 - $38.50/hr, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Utilize architectural design, modeling, and graphic software, including Revit, Rhino, Enscape, Adobe Creative Cloud, and similar applications to develop drawings, models, and visualizations, in support of project deliverables under the guidance of senior staff.
• Assist project teams in applying Building Information Modeling (BIM) platforms to develop coordinated design and documentation deliverables appropriate to project scope and complexity.
• Prepare architectural drawings, details, and construction documentation in accordance with established drafting, detailing, and documentation standards, with increasing accuracy and independence over time for small projects or assigned portions of larger projects.
• Assist in preparing architectural specifications and coordinating them with construction documents.
• Support project teams in researching and applying applicable building codes, zoning regulations, and sustainability requirements to ensure compliance and alignment with project goals.
• Conduct basic code research and assist in summarizing requirements that inform design decisions and documentation.
• Assist in the development of client presentation materials, participate in internal and external meetings as appropriate, and support meeting documentation and follow‑up tasks.
• Participate in ongoing professional development activities and demonstrate a commitment to building technical expertise, leadership skills, and professional growth within the firm.
• Travel to JMT locations and project sites is required as needed.

Nonessential functions and responsibilities:

• Perform other related duties as assigned