Architectural Designer - Portland, OR

VLMK Engineering + Design•Portland, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

VLMK is seeking a Designer with 1-4 years of experience who is passionate about being part of the building design process and meeting our client's needs. The successful candidate should have good organizational and communication skills, be eager to learn and gain new knowledge/skills and have a strong work ethic. VLMK's team of registered design professionals in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering and Architecture provide engineering and design services to clients from offices in Oregon, Washington, and Arizona. VLMK is particularly adept at, and has extensive experience in, the planning, engineering and design of industrial projects. As the Prime design consultant, VLMK's proven full-service design approach has supported Owners, Developers, and Users in the development of millions of square feet of commercial and light-industrial space including warehouse, distribution, and manufacturing facilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's in Architecture degree or equivalent.
One to four years of relevant experience preparing building construction documents, permit and construction administration, and coordinating with consultants and clients.
Reside in or near the Portland-Vancouver metro area.
Ability to prioritize and successfully complete multiple assignments, for various projects, in a fast-paced work environment.
Qualified candidates must be able to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

Degree from NAAB-accredited program strongly preferred.
Good working knowledge of building code requirements (IBC, IECC/ASHRAE, NFPA, etc.).
Experience in Revit and familiar with AutoCAD.
Experience with 3D modeling and rendering applications (SketchUp, 3d Max, Illustrator, etc.)
A friendly and outgoing personality.

Responsibilities

Prepare effective building designs and presentation materials.
Help coordinate the efforts of a multi-discipline design team, working with other designers and engineers to prepare plans and documents for a range of projects to serve a diverse group of clients.
Provide building renderings, space planning, code and envelope reviews, drafting/detailing, permit and construction administration, and more.
With demonstrated abilities, have opportunities to work directly with clients and expand your role within the firm.
Be part of a company that regularly enjoys celebrating its employees and provides various opportunities throughout the year to volunteer, team build and have fun.