Model Maker

Ankrom Moisan Architects; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited coffee

Monthly events

Volunteer opportunities

Bike storage

Job summary

Ankrom Moisan Architects in Seattle is seeking an exceptional Model Maker to join our dynamic team. This full-time role involves strategic planning for our model shop, requiring expertise in Revit and a minimum of 3 years in model making.

The ideal candidate will possess a self-taught attitude, superior craftsmanship, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. Enjoy unique office perks including unlimited coffee and volunteer opportunities. Join us in creating high-quality models that enhance our architectural projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in model making.
• Minimum 2 years of Revit experience is a must.
• Experience in all phases of project work required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively and with high craftsmanship.
• Adapt and learn new model making techniques.
• Track multiple project schedules efficiently.

Skills

Model making

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUP

Creative Office Suite

MS Office

Superior Customer Service

Tools

Newforma

Bluebeam

Job description

Are you looking to become part of an award-winning team? Do you want to immerse yourself into an environment of mentorship, innovation, and creativity? At Ankrom Moisan, we not only offer you these features we encourage a true entrepreneurial mindset, the power of a large firm with a boutique-like feel, and a collaborative work setting to spark the most creative minds and ideas. We also promote a no-ego atmosphere which fuels our camaraderie and collaboration. We have three offices located in Portland, San Fran, and also Seattle.

At our AMA Seattle office we are a ridiculously horizontal multiple discipline design firm working primarily in the urban fabric. Our 105 member team, just moved into a new office that includes a model shop with all new equipment. We’re pumped because we’ve never had a model shop before. Our modeling techniques range from hand cut paper studies, to nicer wood presentations, to laser cut assemblies. We are also open to other methods. Most models are exterior studies in a city context with about a 50/50 split between informal study and presentation quality. This position will involve strategic planning in how to expand the model shop capability. If this newly created Model Maker opening ignites your creative hunger and desire to make us amazing quality models, then look no further!

Job Description

These are the main features that you will embody:

YOU WILL BE:

• A good communication with high craftsmanship
• Must be an exceptional model maker
• Revit skills are a required skillset for you to communicate with other architects
• Willingness to adapt and learn new techniques
• Experience managing all forms of model making is not required
• An open, motivated, self-taught mental outlook is required
• Acting like you just won a Grammy, not required!

Qualifications

Our Must haves:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience
• Minimum 2 years Revit Experience
• AutoCAD, Sketch-UP, Creative Office Suite and MS Office experience preferred
• Ability to track multiple project schedules
• Superior Customer Service and Follow Through
• Experience in all phases of project work
• Committed to Project Deadline

Our Wish list:

• Newforma and Bluebeam
• Familiarity with one or more of the following project types: Senior Housing, High Rise, Student Housing, Affordable Housing, Mixed-Use, Workplace

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As an employee of Ankrom Moisan, your ability to adapt to an ever-changing climate is valued. Our firm stays busy but fosters an environment of mentorship, fun, and camaraderie within the office. Nontraditional office perks include design shares and pinups, bike storage, Tri-Met Pass, unlimited coffee, the occasional treats, volunteer opportunities, monthly events, and so much more. This is a full time position with benefits, with an occasional need for overtime to accommodate project schedules and deadlines.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.