Architect

D.R. Horton•Kirkland, WA

9d•$100,000 - $110,000

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information. D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Architect-WA. The right candidate will research, plan, and design building projects for single and multi-family housing. Ensure that all designs follow zoning laws and code regulations, and work with outside firms or other departments to facilitate the timeliness and quality of finished work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture
Three years of related experience with a building firm or architecture firm
Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form or via DRH applications
Proficiency with MS Office and email
Ability to stand and walk for 4 hours straight or up to a full 8-hour day, use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and peripheral vision
The noise level is generally moderate

Nice To Haves

State Architects License Registration (if required)
Knowledge of graphics programs such as SketchUp is preferred
Strong communication skills
Ability to multi-task and attention to detail

Responsibilities

Establish the scope, budget, and schedule of a project, and ensure that the project remains within these parameters
Consult internally to determine functional requirements of new designs and prepare information regarding specifications, materials, and construction time
Undertake drafting duties using CAD software
Maintain a knowledge of zoning laws and code regulations for the building region, and ensure that the designs follow these regulations
Coordinate with other departments as needed
Consult with outside firms as needed
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company