Junior Architect

Oakline Studio; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakline Studio in the United States is seeking a Junior Architect to assist licensed architects in planning, designing, and documenting buildings and construction projects.

You will prepare drawings and construction documents, support project coordination, and conduct site visits. The role emphasizes collaboration with engineers and contractors while developing knowledge of codes and design standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or related field.
• 0–3 years of professional experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp or other BIM/design tools.
• Basic knowledge of building codes, construction methods, and architectural principles.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Progress toward architectural licensure is often preferred but not always required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with architectural design and project development.
• Prepare drawings, plans, elevations, sections, and construction documents using CAD or BIM software.
• Support senior architects with project coordination and documentation.
• Conduct site visits and assist with field measurements and project inspections.
• Research building codes, zoning regulations, materials, and design standards.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, consultants, and other project stakeholders.
• Assist with preparing permit and construction documentation.
• Revise drawings based on client feedback, design changes, and field conditions.
• Help maintain project schedules, records, and design files.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Job description

The Junior Architect supports licensed architects and senior design professionals in the planning, design, and documentation of buildings and construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with architectural design and project development.
• Prepare drawings, plans, elevations, sections, and construction documents using CAD or BIM software.
• Support senior architects with project coordination and documentation.
• Conduct site visits and assist with field measurements and project inspections.
• Research building codes, zoning regulations, materials, and design standards.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, consultants, and other project stakeholders.
• Assist with preparing permit and construction documentation.
• Revise drawings based on client feedback, design changes, and field conditions.
• Help maintain project schedules, records, and design files.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or related field.
• Typically 0–3 years of professional experience.
• Proficiency with software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, or other BIM/design tools.
• Basic knowledge of building codes, construction methods, and architectural principles.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Progress toward architectural licensure is often preferred but not always required.