Project Design Architect

NVR,; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading U.S. homebuilder as a Project Design Architect, where you'll drive innovative residential designs and collaborate with a talented team. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence product development through advanced 3D modeling and design strategies. You'll lead projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with building codes while mentoring junior team members. Embrace a culture of growth and mentorship in a company recognized for its commitment to employee success and industry-leading benefits. If you're passionate about architecture and design, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your career.

Benefits

Stock Ownership

Profit-sharing Trust

Career Growth Opportunities

Mentorship Programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in residential design and production homebuilding.
• Proficiency in CAD and 3D visualization software.

Responsibilities

• Lead completion of new product design projects.
• Ensure designs meet guidelines and building codes.
• Mentor Architects and Designers.

Skills

Residential Design

CAD

3D Visualization Software

Project Management

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Current Architectural License/NCARB Certificate

Tools

BIM Software

Job description

Are you looking for a challenge and career growth with the Architecture Team at a top U.S. homebuilder? NVR, the parent company of Ryan Homes, NVHomes, and Heartland Homes, is searching for a Project Design Architect to join our innovative Architectural Design Team on-site in our Frederick, MD office. These teams create and develop residential designs throughout NVRs entire geographical footprint.

You'll play a central role in our product development process, including collaborative 3D building information modeling (BIM) using CAD and 3D visualization software. Projects span design drawings, structural analysis, HVAC systems, and building code compliance.

Discover what it’s like working in NVR's Architectural Services Department through this video .

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the completion of new NVR product series or series refresh design projects.
• Partner with senior leadership to understand product/market needs and design strategy.
• Complete and analyze market studies, develop concept and schematic designs, and create 3D renderings.
• Ensure designs meet all guidelines, specifications, and building codes.
• Gather customer and market data, travel to new or existing markets, and present analysis to ensure alignment with market trends and cost targets.
• Collaborate with ASD and Homebuilding Operations leadership and NVR’s marketing department to align designs with NVR’s strategy and customer expectations.
• Provide subject matter expertise within design and architecture functions, mentorship to Architects and Designers, and support to Architectural Project Team members.
• Review architectural documentation for compliance with legal and regulatory requirements; seal and/or approve as required (requires current Architectural license (AIA) / NCARB Certificate).
• Develop design solutions and provide technical perspective on multiple design initiatives.
• Maintain schedules, records, and documentation for multiple concurrent design projects.
• Collaborate with NVR’s Marketing team to optimize furniture and appliance layouts and align color schemes on renderings.
• Complete reviews, analysis, and redlines to design projects, ensuring Design Architects make necessary changes.
• Present virtual product tours and designs to senior leadership.
• Coordinate and implement architectural and design requirements with project teams.
• Lead and mentor Architects, Designers, and Architectural Project Team members.

Qualifications:

• Preferred 7+ years’ experience in residential design and/or production homebuilding.
• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or a construction-related field.
• Current Architectural license/NCARB Certificate.
• Experience in design development and construction documentation.
• Proficiency in CAD and 3D visualization software.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience leading, mentoring, and/or coaching junior team members is preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of materials required for residential construction.

Life at NVR

NVR is committed to your success, providing tools, training, and industry knowledge to excel. Our management team is tenured and talented, with nearly 80% promoted from within, offering mentorship and career guidance. NVR offers top industry benefits, including stock ownership through a profit-sharing trust as part of our retirement savings package. NVR has had the highest Earnings Per Share growth rate in the homebuilding industry for the past 10 years.

View more about our culture and benefits at https://www.nvrcareers.com/ .

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug Testing and Credit Check are required. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States, as NVR does not provide visa sponsorship.

This position pays $105,000-$125,000 per year.

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