Confidential
Experienced Residential Renovation Architectural Designer
Confidential, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22031
Are you interested in working for a company with an award-winning culture that promotes a work/life balance, personal growth and job satisfaction? Are you creative and love good design? Do you solve problems in three dimensions? Do you act with integrity and hold yourself and others to the highest standard? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an opportunity that will impress you! We are looking for an experienced Architectural Designer to add to our growing team.
At Schroeder Design Build, in this role, you are pivotal in team collaboration and responsible for completing tasks in a timely manner, as needed for the various phases of design.
This position will work closely with both the Design and Sales teams to move clients through the design process and into construction. Our ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of residential construction methods and materials; advanced level Revit modeling and advanced level drafting skills. You will be part of a culture that is forward-thinking, diverse, intentional, and work-life balanced, with a work environment that is inclusive, collaborative, team-oriented, growth-focused, and highly productive.
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
Assist with site and space planning for construction project managersResearch building codes, local zoning, and business park covenantsPrepare presentation drawings, diagrams, and renderings to clearly convey design ideasReview project scope with construction project managersProduce architectural documents for permit submittal and constructionReview and coordinate construction documents with construction project managers and consultantsDevelop preliminary designs into construction documents
Key Responsibilities of an Architectural Designer:
- Meeting with clients on site to analyze & discuss potential projects
- Taking field measurements and photographs of existing conditions
- Drafting & development of existing, demolition, and proposed floor plans using the REVIT design software
- Schematic design & design development for residential remodeling construction projects
- Assistance of in-person and virtual client meetings
- Building and zoning code analysis and Research
- Drafting & resign of exterior and interior elevations
- Detailing & design of building sections & details for construction
- Drafting and design for structural and MEP systems
- Updating drawings from redlines provided by Director of Design's review
What you should have as an Architectural Designer:
Degree in Architecture from an Accredited University, Master’s Degree PreferredRegistered Architect (preferred)Five (5+) plus years of experienceResidential Experience a plusResidential Renovation Experience (preferred)Proficiency in the International Residential Building Codes and building material sciencesSoftware: Microsoft Office and Revit
Preferred Soft Skills and Personality Traits of an Architectural Designer:
o Residential architectural design experience (drafting, specifications, finish selections) 5+ years minimum
o Working experience with REVIT (preferred), AutoCad and/or Chief Architect
o Solution oriented creative problem solver – able to identify opportunities, vet options, gain team and client consensus, and bring items to closure
o Provide great client service - active listener to understand client needs and preferences to deliver results
o A strong design sense - practical solutions that are interesting, beautiful, and functional
o Ability to think “outside the box” but also have an attention to detail
o Able to plan and organize work independently
o Product selection experience – ability to research and recommend products to meet unique project design solutions in coordination with construction applications
o Effective communication; Written and Verbal
Benefits of working at Schroeder Design Build:
We offer competitive wages/salary PLUS:
Incentive (bonus) planHealth, vision & dental insuranceRetirement account with company matchFlexible spending account (health savings account)Flexible schedule/ Ability to work from home (depending on role and responsibilities)Paid vacationPaid holidaysReferral bonus programGreat culture and team member engagementAnd more!
Compensation details: 70000-95000 Yearly Salary
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At Schroeder Design Build, in this role, you are pivotal in team collaboration and responsible for completing tasks in a timely manner, as needed for the various phases of design.
This position will work closely with both the Design and Sales teams to move clients through the design process and into construction. Our ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of residential construction methods and materials; advanced level Revit modeling and advanced level drafting skills. You will be part of a culture that is forward-thinking, diverse, intentional, and work-life balanced, with a work environment that is inclusive, collaborative, team-oriented, growth-focused, and highly productive.
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
Assist with site and space planning for construction project managersResearch building codes, local zoning, and business park covenantsPrepare presentation drawings, diagrams, and renderings to clearly convey design ideasReview project scope with construction project managersProduce architectural documents for permit submittal and constructionReview and coordinate construction documents with construction project managers and consultantsDevelop preliminary designs into construction documents
Key Responsibilities of an Architectural Designer:
- Meeting with clients on site to analyze & discuss potential projects
- Taking field measurements and photographs of existing conditions
- Drafting & development of existing, demolition, and proposed floor plans using the REVIT design software
- Schematic design & design development for residential remodeling construction projects
- Assistance of in-person and virtual client meetings
- Building and zoning code analysis and Research
- Drafting & resign of exterior and interior elevations
- Detailing & design of building sections & details for construction
- Drafting and design for structural and MEP systems
- Updating drawings from redlines provided by Director of Design's review
What you should have as an Architectural Designer:
Degree in Architecture from an Accredited University, Master’s Degree PreferredRegistered Architect (preferred)Five (5+) plus years of experienceResidential Experience a plusResidential Renovation Experience (preferred)Proficiency in the International Residential Building Codes and building material sciencesSoftware: Microsoft Office and Revit
Preferred Soft Skills and Personality Traits of an Architectural Designer:
o Residential architectural design experience (drafting, specifications, finish selections) 5+ years minimum
o Working experience with REVIT (preferred), AutoCad and/or Chief Architect
o Solution oriented creative problem solver – able to identify opportunities, vet options, gain team and client consensus, and bring items to closure
o Provide great client service - active listener to understand client needs and preferences to deliver results
o A strong design sense - practical solutions that are interesting, beautiful, and functional
o Ability to think “outside the box” but also have an attention to detail
o Able to plan and organize work independently
o Product selection experience – ability to research and recommend products to meet unique project design solutions in coordination with construction applications
o Effective communication; Written and Verbal
Benefits of working at Schroeder Design Build:
We offer competitive wages/salary PLUS:
Incentive (bonus) planHealth, vision & dental insuranceRetirement account with company matchFlexible spending account (health savings account)Flexible schedule/ Ability to work from home (depending on role and responsibilities)Paid vacationPaid holidaysReferral bonus programGreat culture and team member engagementAnd more!
Compensation details: 70000-95000 Yearly Salary
PIc0968531425a-25401-31569570