Architectural Designer

Davis Bowen Friedel•Milford, DE

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. (DBF) is seeking an Architectural Designer to support the production of technical details through drawings, sketches, and specifications. Designers plan and design structures for commercial, residential, educational, cultural, healthcare, military, public safety, and other facilities. The role prepares design and construction documents for client presentations, bidding, and construction. The position is in person only; remote and hybrid work are not available. DBF offers opportunities for promotion based on capabilities.

Requirements

A four-year architecture degree, or a two-year degree with at least two years of experience performing the responsibilities described.
Attention to detail.
Ability to innovate and develop creative solutions within the built environment.
Ability to communicate ideas clearly, listen actively, and ask appropriate questions.
Ability to solve problems and make sound decisions.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in AutoCAD (Architectural Desktop), BIM (Revit), and other applicable tools for creating presentation and construction drawings.
At least two years of related experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed construction documents for contractor bids and construction.
Perform field activities, including observing and recording existing field measurements to accurately depict structures in plan and elevation.
Create detailed and rough-scale plans for structures, foundations, and buildings based on preliminary concepts, sketches, specification sheets, engineering calculations, and other data.
Incorporate information from surveys, project documentation, and applicable codes into designs.
Use feedback to modify existing designs and develop solutions.
Provide timely technical assistance.
Identify opportunities to improve the quality of work and services and participate in implementing improvements.