Designer / Architect (5-10 yrs experience)

DTJ DESIGN, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Flexible work hours

Profit sharing and matching 401(k)

Paid time off and sick leave

Fun work environment

Job summary

A leading design firm in Atlanta is seeking an experienced designer to manage and document various multifamily and residential projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong design, graphic skills, and proficiency in Revit. Responsibilities include project delivery and team leadership, with a focus on integrating interdisciplinary collaboration. Competitive compensation and a fantastic work culture are offered, with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Revit and ability to express design through hand sketching.
• Experience in balancing design creativity with Type V construction knowledge.
• Ability to assemble drawing and documentation packages.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with studio leaders on various design projects.
• Responsible for creation, documentation, and management of project sets.
• Lead and inspire a team of design professionals.

Skills

Strong design and graphic skills

Team Leadership

Attention to detail

Positive attitude and great communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Tools

BIM 360

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

Bluebeam

Sketchup

Job description

About DTJ DESIGN, Inc.

DTJ DESIGN (DTJ) is an award‑winning international design firm based in Boulder, Denver, Austin, and Atlanta, known for integrating landscape and challenging topography with the built environment. DTJ has a diverse portfolio at various scales, demonstrating our depth and capabilities with community design, residential communities, planned environments, parks and open space, resort and hospitality, themed entertainment, urban regeneration, and mixed‑use places across a wide range of geographies.

At DTJ, we push the limits of design. We strategize and explore. We work hard and laugh hard. And we help our clients “Experience Creativity” at every turn. DTJ provides a vibrant, supportive, and integrated atmosphere for designers to excel within a collaborative studio of Architects, Landscape Architects, and Planners. Join our team of epic creators!

About the role:

The ideal candidate will have experience in excellent project delivery skills within DTJ’s areas of focus, including multifamily, clubhouses, and all forms of residential projects. Key requirements include the ability to balance design creativity with solid Type V construction knowledge, have an organizational focus and have proficient Revit experience. Being able to express design thoughts through hand sketching, Sketchup and the Adobe Creative Suite is desired. This individual will work directly with studio leaders on projects and will be responsible for the creation, documentation, and management of a diverse set of projects. The ultimate candidate will be a seasoned designer with a deep understanding of building construction and has skill in leading and inspiring a team of other design professionals and integrating DTJ’s multi‑discipline project approach.

Qualifications:

• Strong design and graphic skills
• Ability to assemble drawing and documentation packages
• Positive attitude and great communication skills
• Team Leadership
• Attention to detail
• Type V Construction/Technical knowledge
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Experience with BIM 360, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, and Bluebeam
• Knowledge/experience in Sketchup or other modeling software highly preferred

Why Work at DTJ – “Experience Culture” Design:

• Competitive compensation with an excellent benefit package
• Flexible work hours
• Profit sharing, matching 401(k), 2 weeks PTO, with the option of purchasing additional time, 6 days Sick Leave + seven paid holidays.
• Fun, Connecting and Great Work Environment
• Work Hard/Laugh Hard: We love social gatherings and goofing around!
• We give back to our communities through our “Experience Compassion” program
• Most importantly, DTJ offers exciting career opportunities working in a multi‑discipline firm with great advancement opportunities.

Application Requirements:

*All applicants must submit a portfolio to be considered for this role.

The pay range for this role is: 80,000 - 115,000 USD per year (Atlanta, GA)