Architectural Designer

Stantec•Austin, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Stantec is seeking an Architectural Designer for its Austin office. Working with general guidance and direction from a Project Manager or Project Architect, the designer supports project teams across multiple projects and phases of design and construction. The role may involve regular coordination with project teams, consultants, contractors, and owners. The Architectural Designer contributes to design development and documentation, uses BIM technologies to create building models, and supports design reviews, code application, building-system coordination, and construction administration. The position also contributes to site and precedent research, sustainable design, material and system selection, value engineering, and basic cost estimating. Applicants should include a portfolio with their resume.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Architecture, or a bachelor’s degree that supports licensure criteria.
At least 3 years of experience.
Registered Architect or actively pursuing licensure.
Basic knowledge and application of accessibility codes and applicable building codes.
Basic knowledge of building construction systems, means and methods, materials, and related industry standards.
Basic understanding of all phases of architectural document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
Ability to participate collaboratively in a project team through all phases of architectural document production.
Ability to think creatively and critically.
Ability to communicate abstract ideas verbally and in writing.
Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and Revit.
Submit a portfolio with the resume for consideration.

Nice To Haves

Preference for experience with Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and Newforma.
Interest in collaborating in one or more of these markets: Healthcare, Civic, Aviation, Commercial, S&T, Advanced Manufacturing, and Mission Critical.

Responsibilities

Support project teams in developing design documentation.
Assist in developing designs using sketches, physical and electronic models, diagrams, massing studies, and other visual formats.
Use BIM technologies to develop three-dimensional models of buildings and their components.
Participate in design critiques and pin-ups.
Interpret and apply building codes and requirements of regulatory agencies.
Prepare and revise architectural documents, including site plans, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, and details.
Coordinate building systems, including structural, mechanical, and electrical systems, to ensure compatibility with design intent.
Review shop drawings and submittals, respond to RFIs, prepare site observation reports, and perform other contract administration tasks.
Coordinate specifications with construction documents.
Assist in evaluating and selecting building systems and materials.
Attend project coordination meetings with internal team members and external consultants.
Participate in value engineering and basic cost estimating.
Implement sustainable design principles in building designs and surrounding environments.
Assist with site analysis and research into concepts, benchmarks, typology, and precedents.
Conduct space planning, block planning, and adjacency planning in coordination with building programs.
Develop floor plans, wall sections, and details.
Check own work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budgets and schedules.
Collaborate with project teams through all phases of architectural document production.
Communicate concepts and ideas through hand sketches and interpret sketches, drawings, building programs, and similar materials.