Conceptual Design Staff Job at Dwell Design Studio in McLean

Description:

Dwell Design Studio is seeking a radically polished Conceptual Design Team member who loves being engaged during the early phases of the project and who enjoys developing complex building plan layouts with minimal supervision. This person will work closely with our Principals and Design Team to lay out site plans, create building plans and ensure that designs meet all applicable building code and zoning code requirements.

Dwell's award winning architectural team works with both housing and retail developers, including some of the nation’s largest Real Estate Investment Trusts, in designing high density, mixed use, and urban infill projects. Our experience spans the entire country. We have been awarded as one of the Best Places to Work for several years and are currently searching for skilled individuals who are interested in joining our energetic, entrepreneurial team.

Position Overview:

The full-time Conceptual Design Team position is a key component within the overall design process. The position offers an opportunity to generate new concepts and implement fresh ideas on high profile projects. The position requires someone who has excellent design and communication skills and someone who is motivated to learn from our experienced team. Team members should have proficiency in computer design programs, ability to multi-task, provide attention to detail, and have a high level of professionalism. The ideal candidate is a team player with a “can do” attitude and an ability to work diligently with some direction.

Responsibilities:

• Design and building plan layout for complex multi-family and mixed use projects.
• Must be able to translate project programmatic requirements, building code requirements and zoning requirements into efficient project designs / layouts
• Correspond with Owners to ensure that critical project requirements are being addressed in project designs
• Research zoning requirements for project sites. Ensure that Zoning requirements are implemented within final designs
• Contribute to the development of the design from initial concept to construction administration, ensuring that the design intent is consistent and properly executed
• Coordinate and collaborate with the design leadership regarding project deliverables, and schedules.

Requirements:

What you need to bring:

• Have a positive attitude with a sense of humor
• Have a good understanding of building codes of architectural building systems and zoning
• Ability to multi-task
• Must be detail oriented and flexible while working on multiple projects
• Excellent time management, written, and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and follow-through ability with minimal direct supervision
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Revit, Sketchup, Lumion, or similar applications a plus
• More than 5 years of design experience in Multi-family, mixed-use projects
• Bachelor’s degree from a four or five-year accredited college or university

Hours and Benefits / Pay:

• Paid Leave - health, vacation, and holiday
• Medical/Dental Insurance coverage
• Contributory 401(k) Retirement plan with matching funds
• Life Insurance
• Free Parking
• Opportunity for advancement within the firm
• Salary and bonus range are commensurate with experience
• Job Type: Full-time