Associate Architectural Designer

Jobtailor; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Austin, TX is seeking a junior architectural designer to support drafting, BIM modeling, and construction documents. You will assist in coordinating drawings, researching codes, and preparing presentation materials as part of a design team.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s in architecture or related field and 0–2 years of experience, strong organizational and teamwork skills, and comfort using BIM tools. No licenses required; growth-focused environment with collaborative workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 0–2 years of experience in architectural design, drafting, or construction documentation
• Familiarity with BIM platforms and architectural modeling tools preferred
• Basic understanding of architectural design principles, construction materials, and building systems

Responsibilities

• Support architectural design and documentation efforts through drafting, modeling, and technical detailing activities
• Assist with Building Information Modeling (BIM), visualization, and related design technology tasks
• Participate in the preparation and coordination of project drawings and construction documentation
• Conduct research on materials, building codes, systems, and product information as directed
• Assist in preparing presentation materials, graphics, and design deliverables
• Participate in project coordination meetings and document design decisions and action items
• Maintain organized project files, models, documentation, and version control processes
• Learn and apply organizational architectural standards, detailing practices, and design workflows
• Develop familiarity with SPW, prefabrication design libraries, and integrated delivery methods
• Support interdisciplinary collaboration efforts across architectural, engineering, and construction teams

Skills

Drafting

Modeling

Technical Detailing

Research on Building Codes

Design Technology Tasks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field

Tools

BIM Platforms

Architectural Modeling Tools

Job description

• Support architectural design and documentation efforts through drafting, modeling, and technical detailing activities
• Assist with Building Information Modeling (BIM), visualization, and related design technology tasks
• Participate in the preparation and coordination of project drawings and construction documentation
• Conduct research on materials, building codes, systems, and product information as directed
• Assist in preparing presentation materials, graphics, and design deliverables
• Participate in project coordination meetings and document design decisions and action items
• Maintain organized project files, models, documentation, and version control processes
• Learn and apply organizational architectural standards, detailing practices, and design workflows
• Develop familiarity with SPW, prefabrication design libraries, and integrated delivery methods
• Support interdisciplinary collaboration efforts across architectural, engineering, and construction teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 0–2 years of experience in architectural design, drafting, or construction documentation
• Familiarity with BIM platforms and architectural modeling tools preferred
• Basic understanding of architectural design principles, construction materials, and building systems
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage tasks in a team-oriented and deadline-driven environment
• No certifications or licenses required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in architectural design principles, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and construction documentation. Capable of supporting project coordination and interdisciplinary collaboration while maintaining organized project files and documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Architectural Design
• Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Construction Documentation
• Organizational Skills
• Collaboration Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Drafting
• Modeling
• Technical Detailing
• Research on Building Codes
• Design Technology Tasks

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Team-Oriented
• Deadline-Driven

Industry Keywords

• Building Science
• Construction Materials
• Building Systems
• Design Workflows
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

• BIM Platforms
• Architectural Modeling Tools