Entry Level Architectural Designer

SmithGroup Companies, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Hybrid work environment

3 weeks PTO first year

8 federal holidays

15 extra Fridays off

Job summary

SmithGroup, an integrated design firm, is seeking an Entry Level Architectural Designer for the Los Angeles office. You will perform limited architectural tasks under supervision, document changes, and assist in research and construction administration while collaborating with a dynamic team.

An ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in Architecture and has internship experience; LEED AP is preferred, with eligibility to take the architectural registration exam in the coming years.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• Prior architectural office experience such as summer, co-op and intern work in the AE field.
• LEED AP preferred; must be eligible to take the Architectural Registration Examination within a few years.
• On-the-job experience using Revit to produce construction documents.
• High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

Responsibilities

• Perform specific/limited portions of architectural assignments under direct supervision.
• Document changes to architectural drawings as instructed.
• Consult with manufacturers, research and evaluate materials.
• Assist in construction administration including responding to RFI's, preparing sketches and addendum's (CCD's), visiting the construction site to gather information and/or preparing a punch list.
• Receive and follow directions for project assignments.
• Create graphics and research information for inclusion in marketing proposals and materials.

Skills

Teamwork

Proactive contribution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

LEED AP (preferred)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

The Los Angelesoffice of SmithGroupis looking for aEntry Level Architectural Designerto join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Perform specific/limited portions of architectural assignments under direct supervision.
• Document changes to architectural drawings as instructed.
• Consult with manufacturers, research and evaluate materials.
• Assist in construction administration including responding to RFI's, preparing sketches and addendum's (CCD's), visiting the construction site to gather information and/or preparing a punch list.
• Receive and follow directions for project assignments.
• Create graphics and research information for inclusion in marketing proposals and materials.

An ideal candidate has:

• A bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• Prior architectural office experience such as summer, co-op and intern work in the AE field.
• LEED AP preferred. Must be eligible to take the Architectural Registration Examination within a few years.
• On-the-job experience using Revit to produce construction documents.
• High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• The ability to contribute proactively to a project team.

At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $72,384 to $76,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].