Architecture Designer II: Creative, Collaborative Design

ROBINSON MILLS & WILLIAMS; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RMW architecture & interiors in San Jose, CA seeks an Architecture Designer 2 to advance design documentation across programming, schematic design and construction phases. The role collaborates with project teams, mentors junior staff, and contributes to site and interior design development.

The position requires a professional degree with 5+ years of experience, proficiency in Revit/AutoCAD/SketchUp, and strong design execution within a collaborative studio.

Qualifications

• Professional degree or recognized equivalent.
• Pursuing licensure or certification or complete.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to execute high levels of design.
• Problem solver with a strong sense of design, building systems and materials.
• Introductory knowledge: Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rendering software, Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Creates initial design concepts and documentation and seeks team review.
• Communicates with Project Manager, Job Captain and other team members on program, design, budget and schedule for timely and appropriate design development and budget.
• Develops 3D studies, models, drawing and renderings with some oversight. Provides guidance to junior staff team on these tasks.
• Prepares and participates in developing presentation techniques that communicate the design concept(s) to the internal teams and client.
• Creates various design approaches with guidance of team members.
• Demonstrates knowledge and application of building codes and technical knowledge for projects.
• Applies standard RMW best practices, details and forms.
• Prepares design and construction documents.
• Utilizes RMW standard templates, details and forms.
• Researches manufacturers, evaluates and selects materials, finishes, furniture and building systems that align with project goals.
• With team support, develops initial concepts to integrate building systems, structure and technology requirements.
• Coordinates consultants’ work during design phases with oversight.
• Develops drawing backgrounds for consultants.
• Supports Construction Administration with site observations, RFIs and submittals

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Professional degree or equivalent

Pursuing licensure

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Rendering software

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Job description

RMW architecture & interiors in San Jose, CA seeks an Architecture Designer 2 to advance design documentation across programming, schematic design and construction phases. The role collaborates with project teams, mentors junior staff, and contributes to site and interior design development.

The position requires a professional degree with 5+ years of experience, proficiency in Revit/AutoCAD/SketchUp, and strong design execution within a collaborative studio.