Entry-Level; Architectural Designer
DLR Group
About the Role
An opportunity for an Entry-level Architectural Designer to support project work in the Workplace sector. This role can be based in Omaha, Nebraska.
Position Summary
Kickstart your career as an essential contributor to project teams. This role involves taking on specific aspects of project development under mentorship, assisting in the creation and delivery of project documents, and working with a collaborative design team.
Key Responsibilities
- Propose creative technical solutions to design challenges, ensuring design excellence.
- Adhere to quality assurance/control processes and company practice standards.
- Contribute to project deliverables, ensuring alignment with project schedules and deadlines.
- Conduct design analyses, layout designs, and code studies with some independent work.
- Perform basic architectural tasks, including layout and aesthetic feature design.
- Coordinate drawings and specifications, assisting in the preparation of specific sections.
- Apply BIM standards and develop organizational cartoon sets for projects.
- Execute quality control procedures and resolve clash detection issues.
- Actively collaborate with the project team to generate and communicate design ideas.
- Continuously seek new knowledge and skills, proactively sharing potential solutions.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Revit proficiency.
- Knowledge of Bluebeam and other standard architecture software.
- Competence in conventional aspects of architecture, including materials, methods, and tools for small to moderate-sized buildings.
- Working knowledge of design techniques, tools, and sustainable design principles.
Qualifications
- Undergraduate Degree in Architecture.
- 0 to 3 years of professional experience in architecture.
- Professional licensure not required; LEED AP and other certifications preferred.
- Strong technical skills with the ability to contribute to the design process and develop technical solutions.
- Strong written, verbal, and graphic communication skills with the ability to multitask while maintaining quality and productivity.
- Ability to assist in marketing and business development efforts.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without need for work visa or residency sponsorship.
To be considered, please submit a current portfolio/work samples in PDF format.