Architectural Designer II

Clark Nexsen, A JMT Company; Pennsylvania; Vor Ort; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is seeking an Architectural Designer II to join our design team in a collaborative office setting. You will independently perform architectural assignments for medium to large projects, contributing to design development, documentation, and coordination with project teams.

Qualified candidates have a NAAB-accredited degree (B.Arch or M.Arch), 6+ years of related experience, and proficiency in Revit, Rhino, Enscape, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Cloud;

Qualifikationen

• NAAB-accredited architecture degree required for the role.
• 6+ years of related architecture experience.
• Proficiency with CAD/3D software including Revit, Rhino, Enscape, AutoCAD and SketchUp.

Aufgaben

• Apply advanced architectural concepts to develop quality design solutions.
• Prepare drawings and construction documents per codes and standards.
• Develop models, drawings, and visualizations to support deliverables.
• Coordinate architectural specifications with construction documents.
• Conduct code research to inform design decisions and coordination.
• Assist in client meetings and documentation follow-up.
• Perform quality control reviews to ensure accuracy.
• Provide technical guidance to junior staff.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and growth.

Kenntnisse

Revit

Rhino

Enscape

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Cloud

Microsoft Office

Building Programming

Building Information Modeling

Ausbildung

B.Arch or M.Arch NAAB accredited

M.Arch NAAB Accredited (preferred)

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Enscape

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Cloud

Jobbeschreibung

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,800 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined architecture, engineering, information technology, and related services for K-12 schools, higher education, and to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #76 on the Architectural Records list of the Top 300 Architecture Firms.

JMT Architecture and Clark Nexsen come together as part of dynamic, forward-thinking architecture and engineering practice driven by a shared purpose: to shape environments that elevate communities and spark meaningful progress. The union of these two respected firms brings together a powerful depth of experience, a broad geographic reach, and a culture rooted in design excellence.

Position summary

The Architectural Designer II is a professional architectural staff member who independently performs a range of architectural assignments with minimal supervision. The role supports projects of medium to large size and complexity and contributes to defined technical components of larger, more complex projects. The position involves investigating and evaluating design options, supporting recommended solutions that align with project goals and client needs, and applying established architectural principles, techniques, and procedures. The Architecture Designer II demonstrates increasing technical proficiency, sound design judgment, and professional independence while collaborating with project teams and contributing meaningfully to design development, documentation, and coordination efforts.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Apply advanced architectural concepts and design methods to develop quality design solutions
• Prepare architectural drawings and construction documentation in accordance with established standards, building codes, zoning regulations, sustainability requirements, and scope
• 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, with limited guidance from senior staff
• Develop and coordinate architectural specifications to align with construction documents and technical requirements
• Conduct code research and summarize requirements that inform design decisions, coordination, 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
• Perform quality control reviews throughout the phases of design to support technical accuracy and documentation quality
• Provide technical guidance to less experienced architects/architectural staff
• Participate in ongoing professional development activities and demonstrate a commitment to building technical expertise, professional judgment, and continued growth within the firm.

Nonessential Functions And Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• B.Arch or M.Arch degree from an NAAB accredited Architecture program
• 6+ years of related architecture experience
• Proficient with computer-assisted design and graphic software such as Revit, Rhino, Enscape, Adobe Creative Cloud, AutoCAD, Sketch-Up, etc.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Understanding of basic codes and sustainability requirements
• Understanding of Building Programming
• Knowledge of Building Information Modeling.

Qualifications Preferred

• M.Arch degree from an NAAB accredited Architecture program
• Actively pursuing Registered Architect License
• LEED AP accreditation preferred
• Experience in architectural practice in education, transportation, aviation, community, federal, or a related market
• Exposure to environmental analysis applications such as Climate Studio, Sefaira, Insight360, and Lady Bug/Honeybee

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Travel to JMT locations and project sites is required as needed.