Junior Architectural Designer — Mentored, Hands-on Career Start

DLR Group; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) + ESOP + bonus opportunities

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

DLR Group is seeking an Architectural Designer to join our Minneapolis team. You will support project teams by contributing to design development, document production, and coordination under mentorship.

The role offers growth opportunities and exposure to diverse project types in a collaborative design environment. Ideal candidates will have a foundational architecture background, strong technical skills, and a willingness to learn BIM workflows while contributing to on-time deliverables within

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Architecture is required.
• 0 to 5 years of professional experience in architecture.
• Professional licensure not required; LEED AP and other certifications preferred but not required.
• Proficient in Revit; knowledge of Bluebeam and other standard architecture software.
• Strong written, verbal, and graphic communication skills; ability to multitask while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Propose creative technical solutions to design challenges while ensuring design excellence.
• Adhere to quality assurance/control processes and company practice standards.
• Contribute to project deliverables, ensuring alignment with project schedules and deadlines.
• Conduct design analyses, layout designs, and code studies with some independent work.
• Perform basic architectural tasks, including layout and aesthetic feature design.
• Coordinate drawings and specifications, assisting in preparation of specific sections.
• Apply BIM standards and develop organizational cartoon sets for projects.
• Execute quality control procedures and resolve clash detection issues.
• Actively collaborate with the project team to generate and communicate design ideas.
• Continuously seek new knowledge and skills, proactively sharing potential solutions with peers.

Skills

Revit proficiency

Bluebeam knowledge

Technical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Marketing/business development support

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

DLR Group is seeking an Architectural Designer to join our Minneapolis team. You will support project teams by contributing to design development, document production, and coordination under mentorship.

The role offers growth opportunities and exposure to diverse project types in a collaborative design environment. Ideal candidates will have a foundational architecture background, strong technical skills, and a willingness to learn BIM workflows while contributing to on-time deliverables within