Position Description:
Research, plans, and designs building projects. This position guides others in learning, practicing, and demonstrating the skills and knowledge of the Architectural profession specifically related to design and design development. Use expertise and creativity to develop project design solutions and plans for client. Works independently and has little oversight form the Principal-in Charge (PIC).
Qualifications:
- Bachelors of Architecture (5-year professional degree preferred),
- Master of Architecture or equivalent degree from an accredited program.
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Licensed Architect or non-licensed designer with fifteen (15) or more years of architectural experience.
- Skills in Revit modeling, SketchUp or other software intended to explore and communicate design intent and hand sketching preferred.
- The Senior Architectural Designer has acquired the knowledge, experience and skills of the Project Designer.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Works independently to initiate and create project designs and plans for conceptual, schematic and design development documents for multiple projects of varying sizes.
- Interacts with (PIC) and clients regarding project design.
- Prepares and leads design presentations to clients and or review agencies by utilizing drawings, renderings, physical and computer-generated models and narratives or coordinating team members to carry out presentation tasks.
- Generates conceptual building programs in conjunction with the PIC and/or Client.
- Creates clear graphic presentations that communicates the design intent.
- Collaborates and partners with clients to understand their needs and achieve balanced financial outcomes for the company and client.
- Establishing and driving design process with OZ design teams and or practice areas to achieve extraordinary design outcomes for our clients.
- Monitors project goals and objectives to ensure client's expectations are met.
- Guides others in learning, practicing and demonstrating the skills/knowledge of the design industry.
- Engages in firm marketing and business development efforts
- Create continuity throughout the project design phases by having design check-ins at each phase. Work with architectural staff to develop appropriate details.
How to Apply: Please submit your online application with an uploaded resume and portfolio for your application to be complete. Applications without work samples will be considered incomplete.
Here at OZ, we have cultivated a culture of fearless creators that are constantly seeking ways to push the boundaries of exceptional design. Community stewardship is a cornerstone of our company values, and we are committed to several community service programs through OZ Gives. We offer a variety of health and wellness resources and activities, as well as regular employee events, to build rapport and socialize with each other outside of our important project work.
Our collaborative approach is enhanced by our in-office presence and provides hands-on mentorship and team building. One of the perks of working in the office is seeing all the friendly pups who accompany their humans - we are a dog-friendly environment. Our competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans to allow our employees to choose what's best for them and their families. In addition, OZ offers LTD, Life Insurance, 401K, and PTO. Salary: $120,000-$140,000, depending on knowledge, skills, and experience.
