Design Professional

Smith Transport Inc.; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Transport Inc. is seeking a Design Professional in Asheville, NC to lead production and coordination across all project phases from concept through construction. You may manage small projects under a licensed architect’s supervision and collaborate with engineers, consultants, and clients.

The role requires CAD proficiency, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, and a strong grasp of building technology. Expect to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and independent judgment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture or BA/BS in Architecture is required.
• 4–6 years' experience as a design professional.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite software.
• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Firm grasp of building technology fundamentals.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Research or receive technical guidance on unusual or complex issues for proposed projects plans.
• Responsible for specific technical design aspects of an assigned project including investigation, evaluation, and recommendation of design solutions.
• Provide professional architectural consultation in the planning, design, and coordination of large, complex projects.
• Perform specific and limited portions of assignments for medium to large scale projects using prescribed methods.
• Initiate and create conceptual designs and plans of projects with responsibility for preparation of presentation, schematic design drawings, design development, and construction documents.
• Prepare architectural plans and renderings.
• Review and coordinate conceptual designs from all disciplines.
• Conduct code research and analysis.
• Analyze client, contractor, and/or consultant problems to conceive and develop architectural solutions to these problems.
• Assist with specifications as assigned.
• Collaborate with engineers, consultants, contractors, and/or clients.
• Carry out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures for both projects and practice.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

BA/BS in Architecture

Tools

CAD software

Revit

AutoCAD

Newforma Project Center

Newforma Project Analyzer

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

Position Summary

The Design Professional is responsible for key production and coordination for all project phases from conceptual design to construction documents and provides planning/design/coordination consultation on larger projects. Additionally, they may manage small scale projects from conceptual design through construction administration, under the general supervision of a licensed architect.

Full-time Description

The Design Professional is responsible for key production and coordination for all project phases from conceptual design to construction documents and provides planning/design/coordination consultation on larger projects. Additionally, they may manage small scale projects from conceptual design through construction administration, under the general supervision of a licensed architect.

Essential Functions

• Research or receive technical guidance on unusual or complex issues for proposed projects plans.
• Responsible for specific technical design aspects of an assigned project including investigation, evaluation, and recommendation of design solutions.
• Provide professional architectural consultation in the planning, design, and coordination of large, complex projects.
• Perform specific and limited portions of assignments for medium to large scale projects using prescribed methods.
• Initiate and create conceptual designs and plans of projects with responsibility for preparation of presentation, schematic design drawings, design development, and construction documents.
• Prepare architectural plans and renderings.
• Review and coordinate conceptual designs from all disciplines.
• Conduct code research and analysis.
• Analyze client, contractor, and/or consultant problems to conceive and develop architectural solutions to these problems.
• Assist with specifications as assigned.
• Collaborate with engineers, consultants, contractors, and/or clients.
• Carry out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures for both projects and practice.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform work requiring independent judgment in evaluation, selection, and adaptation/modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria for smaller scale projects.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, and respond to RFls.
• Confirm that architectural integrity is maintained through the construction process.
• Perform construction administration to include facilitation of project communications, maintenance of project records, review and certification of amounts due to contractors, and preparation of change orders.
• Support business development activities as necessary.
• Perform other duties as directed

Requirements

• Bachelor of Architecture or Bachelor of Arts or Science in Architecture
• 4-6 years' experience as a design professional
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel software
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite software
• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software
• Firm grasp of building technology fundamentals
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to effectively and confidently prioritize and execute tasks with many competing priorities
• Ability to absorb new ideas and concepts quickly
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Exceptional organizational and follow-through skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity

Preferred Qualifications

• IDP/AXP hours complete
• Master of Architecture
• Experience with Newforma Project Center and/or Newforma Project Analyzer
• Experience with Microsoft Project
• Experience with Bluebeam PDF Revu
• Experience with Autodesk Revit software