Architectural Designer II

Cuhaci Peterson®; Ambler (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401(K) company match

Relocation assistance

Continuing education"

Tuition Reimbursement

Casual working environment

Licensing support

Job summary

Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, Engineers & Planners, Inc. is seeking an Architectural Designer II/III to design and produce construction documents under supervision, ensuring adherence to codes and standards. You will coordinate with engineers and manage project tasks while maintaining quality and timelines.

The role emphasizes advanced CAD/BIM skills, strong communication, and the ability to run projects with minimal oversight in a dynamic firm environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in architecture; 4–8 years of experience in an architectural firm/field.
• Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD and/or REVIT; advanced understanding of architecture, building construction, and building codes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Run projects with minimal oversight.
• Design and produce construction documents and specifications.
• Complete designated scope of work within allotted time budget.
• Delegate, review, manage, and accept responsibility for work of team members.
• Manage permitting process and respond to comments from architecture and consultants.
• Assist in Construction Administration Services.
• Resolve technical issues and provide guidance.
• Maintain CP standards and QC throughout projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Code knowledge

Design coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Description

An Architectural Designer II is responsible for design and production of architectural construction documents under the supervision of a Project Architect/ Technical Manager/ Sr. Project Coordinator including design, set up and coordination of the documents, based on standard architectural practices and applicable codes.

Requirements

An Architectural Designer III shall have a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) and a minimum of 4-8 years of experience in an architectural firm/field. This position requires advanced knowledge of AutoCAD and/or REVIT. An advanced understanding of architecture, building construction, and building codes. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal are required.

Responsibilities

• Run projects with minimal oversight.
• Design and produce construction documents and specifications.
• Complete designated scope of work within allotted time budget.
• Delegate, review, manage and accept responsibility for work of Architectural Technicians, College Interns and Architectural Designer I work on the team.
• Manage with minimal assistance, the permitting process, including response to comments for architecture and consultants.
• Assists in providing Construction Administration Services.
• Resolves technical issues, answers questions.
• Maintain CP standards and QC throughout project.

Skills

• Research and apply applicable codes, interaction with code enforcement agencies as needed.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines, including running a kickoff meeting.
• Receive and assimilate project information from the Project Manager and/or the client.
• Work with team to provide appropriate level of customer service.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal are required

Join Us And Enjoy The CP Perks

• Superior Benefit Packages for the whole family and of course the pets too!
• Generous 401(K) company match – show me the money!!
• Generous PTO – vacay time!
• Casual “uncorporate” working environment – Jeans and Hey Dudes!!
• Employee Entertainment Benefits Discount Program.
• License renewals 100% paid by company.
• Professional membership renewals 100% paid by company.
• Continuing education lunch-n-learns, and industry convention attendance encouraged!
• Sign on bonus’.
• Relocation available.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Company sponsored charity events to participate in!
• Our Licensing Specialist loves to deal with the licensing boards and handles all the tedious forms, so you won’t have too!
• Fully staffed Permitting department – they know how to deal with the jurisdictions!
• Highly skilled Designers in our Design Department – they love turning ideas into reality!
• Various sectors of business to include - Grocery, Retail, Big Box, Power Centers, Senior Living, Restaurant, Industrial, Multi-family, Convenience – We love bringing communities to life!
• We have experts in MEP, Fire Protection and Structural who tackle the technical issues!
• Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night keeps our CA department from their appointed surveys!

Job Disclaimer

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Additionally, this job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship between the employee and Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, Engineers & Planners, Inc.

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