Studio Architectural Designer (Non-licensed)

ROLE A Studio Architectural Designer combines technical knowledge and creativity while working collaboratively with senior team members to produce functional and inspired spaces for PBD clients. A Studio Architectural Designer assists in the production of design documents, technical details, and specifications. A Studio Architectural Designer is instrumental in researching, compiling and recording information for assigned project work; directly contributing to successful documentation on multiple projects with varying deadlines. STUDIO ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER RESPONSIBILITIES • Work collaboratively, as part of a team to ensure work is completed effectively • Understand client goals, project budget / schedule and internal targets for each project • Participate with team and design leaders in defining the “look & feel” for each project per the client’s goals while seeking creative and innovative solutions through appropriate research and documentation • Research architectural products / materials • Maintain architectural resource materials • Routine check / verification on tasks • Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials • Support execution of documents with design intent and technical quality • Support team with generation of a project manual and specifications • Support processing submittals/substitution requests during construction and address RFI • Assist in Field Survey / Site Verification efforts / documentation • Assist in Visioning efforts / documentation • Assist in Programming efforts / documentation • Assist in Test Fit efforts / documentation • Assist in Space Planning efforts / documentation • Assist in Schematic Design efforts / documentation • Assist in Finish selection / specification efforts / documentation • Assist in Design Development efforts / documentation • Assist in producing digital and physical design presentations • Assist in Construction / Contract documents • Assist in Technical detailing efforts / documentation • Assist in Construction Administrative efforts / documentation • Assist in Punch List efforts / documentation • Assist in Project Close out efforts / documentation • Build knowledge of PBD standards and processes • Build knowledge of current, project local building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures • Actively participate in post-project review and assist in updating PBD standards and / or procedures, as determined • Target 90%-95% min. billable STUDIO ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER REQUIREMENTS • Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited program • Registration encouraged, but not required • AIA, NCARB, CID, LEED, WELL credentials preferred, but not required • Proficiency with Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and MS Office • Familiarity with Bluebeam, Enscape and Plan Grid • Solid communication skills along with verbal and graphic skills • Familiarity with technical aspects of an interiors project, with ability to work alongside teammates on project deliverables • Build working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction and building structures • Build working awareness of current, relevant industry trends • Participate in pitches for new work, as required • Professional appearance and demeanor when representing PBD • Foresight to know when to ask for direction, clarification, or help • Willingness to work extended business hours from time to time to accommodate deadlines • Experience creating digital and physical presentations • Experience working on a team and as a self-starter • 3+ years of relevant project experience