Job Description

This is a full-time, direct placement role at PSA Architects.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a motivated Architectural Graduate with minimum of 5 years of experience. An individual that is looking to advance their career through diverse project experiences, and a desire for exposure to all aspects of the profession. Candidate must be capable of filling production and intermediate roles in commercial design. We are a service-oriented firm, so we value your great attitude and a can-do spirit. We’ll can help you develop your abilities and advance your career.

Architect Job Responsibilities:

• Understand and implement brand design intent manuals
• Working knowledge of building codes
• Develop preliminary plans
• Researches, programs, plans, designs, and administers building projects for clients, applying knowledge of architectural design, construction detailing, construction procedures, zoning and building codes, and building materials and systems.
• Produces conceptual plans, renderings, and documents.
• Plans and programs layout of project(s); coordinates and integrates engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval.
• Utilizes computer-assisted design software and equipment to prepare project designs and plans.
• Produces construction documents in AutoCAD.
• May direct, supervise, and check activities of workers engaged in preparing drawings and specification documents for the Conceptual Design Phase, Schematic Design Phase, and/or the Detailed Design Phase of a project.
• May travel to perform field verification of sites
• Interfaces with Director of Architecture.
• Works in tandem with highly collaborative multi-discipline design teams.
• Coordinate with signage team
• Assists in research and coordination of materials and products for project specifications.

Requirements

• Ability to provide elegant and effect design solutions
• A positive, creative, and professional approach to project deliverables.
• Knowledge of Tenant Finish Design Packages: interior materials and finishes, floor plans, furniture plans, finish plans, reflected ceiling plans, interior elevations, interior details, millwork details, ceiling details etc.
• Proficient in different construction types, building codes, and detailing.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to details
• Ability to work under indirect supervision
• Effective interpersonal skill and collaborative management style to include teamwork and team building ability
• Comfortable with ambiguity and time spent outside of comfort zone acquiring new skills
• Technically creative and open- minded

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture from an accredited institution
• 5+ years of architectural experience preferably within the commercial, hospitality, health clubs, office, retail, animal care, and restaurant industry
• Understanding and knowledge of building codes, zoning regulations, building construction, building systems, and site requirements
• Proficiency in AutoCad and Microsoft Office is required. Proficiency in SketchUp, Enscape or equal, Photoshop, Illustrator is preferred