Architect, Higher Education

DLR Group • Los Angeles, CA

166d • $80,000 - $120,000

About The Position

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you're in the right place. Join our Higher Education Studio as an Architect and help design the next generation of learning environments. This role could be based in the following cities: Los Angeles, CA; Riverside, CA. DLR Group's Higher Education practice fully embraces our responsibility to society by designing spaces that emphasize academic learning and social development. We are transforming the educational landscape, working with our clients to set new horizons for learning and living that enrich school communities, the spaces they strive to provide, and what they can achieve. Our team draws from evidence-based design to work with shareholders to affect student and teacher engagement, ensuring that learning is enhanced through design. We also understand the rapid pace of technological, social, and cultural change; our teams work with schools to navigate these challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (Graduate degree not required unless mandated by local licensure regulations)
• Minimum of 1-7 years of professional experience in architecture
• Professional licensure required; LEED AP and other certifications preferred but not required
• Proficient in Revit, Bluebeam, and standard architectural software
• Competent in technical design, with the ability to investigate, evaluate, and recommend solutions that meet client needs
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to multitask and maintain quality standards
• Demonstrates initiative, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous learning

Responsibilities

• Develop creative and technically sound solutions to design challenges, ensuring high standards of design excellence
• Coordinate project drawings, specifications, and documentation with the project team, ensuring alignment with design intent and budget
• Lead collaboration within project teams, generating innovative design ideas and solutions
• Apply advanced architectural concepts to projects, including complex assignments requiring new or improved techniques
• Integrate QA/QC procedures and practice standards into project deliverables, resolving any issues
• Ensure BIM standards are applied and coordinate with the Project Manager and BIM Manager
• Provide technical guidance to less experienced staff, fostering a collaborative learning environment
• Meet project deliverable deadlines and manage time effectively to maintain project schedules and work plans
• Participate in client presentations and contribute to successful project outcomes

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Wellness programs
• Flex spending
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan
• Employee stock ownership
• Bonus opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees