Project Designer III - Architecture

Pape-Dawson Engineers Inc.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers Inc. in Shreveport, LA invites applications for a Project Designer III within its architecture group.

This role works under a licensed architect to support planning, design, and documentation of complex projects, and may lead or manage projects with moderate to high risk or multiple phases. You will develop conceptual designs and prepare presentation/construction drawings using Revit and AutoCAD, translating ideas into detailed documents for construction and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• 2+ years of professional experience in an architectural setting.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office 365.
• Strong design, communication, and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience producing construction documents and coordinating with clients and consultants.
• Familiarity with sustainable design practices is preferred.
• Dependable, adaptable, and proactive in delivering high-quality design solutions.
• Availability to work a standard Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm schedule, with flexibility as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support the development of design concepts.
• Prepare and update architectural drawings in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Translate concepts into presentation and construction documents.
• Conduct programming, site planning, and schematic design with 2D/3D tools.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with building codes and zoning.
• Interface with clients to present design ideas and resolve issues.
• Coordinate design solutions with multidisciplinary teams and consultants.
• Support or lead construction administration activities (RFIs, submittals, directives).
• Develop material boards and visual presentations for internal and client use.
• Stay informed on construction methods, graphic standards, and industry best practices.

Skills

Design proficient

Communication

Technical documentation

Independent & collaborative

Construction documents

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

## Project Designer III - ArchitectureApplylocations: Shreveporttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101380**Job Description:**The Project Designer III works under the direct supervision of a licensed architect to support the planning, design, and documentation of complex architectural projects. This role contributes to the development of conceptual and construction documents and may lead or manage projects of moderate to high risk or smaller multi-phase projects with greater complexity.**Responsibilities:** • Lead or support the development of creative, client-focused design concepts. • Prepare, modify, and update architectural drawings using Revit and AutoCAD. • Translate design concepts into detailed presentation and construction documents. • Conduct programming, site planning, and schematic design using 2D/3D modeling tools. • Apply building codes and zoning requirements to ensure regulatory compliance. • Interface with clients to present design ideas and resolve design-related issues. • Collaborate with project teams, consultants, and other disciplines to coordinate design solutions. • Support or lead construction administration activities, including reviewing submittals, RFIs, and change directives. • Develop material sample boards and visual presentations for internal and client use. • Stay informed on building construction methods, graphic standards, and industry best practices. • Research materials and systems to support design and documentation quality.**Qualifications:** • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program. • 2+ years of professional experience in an architectural setting. • Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office 365. • Strong design, communication, and technical documentation skills. • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. • Experience producing construction documents and coordinating with clients and consultants. • Familiarity with sustainable design practices is preferred. • Dependable, adaptable, and proactive in delivering high-quality design solutions. • Availability to work a standard Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm schedule, with flexibility as needed.