Design Professional II

Goodwyn Mills Cawood LLC•Charlotte, NC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is seeking a Design Professional II to join its growing Architecture team in the Charlotte, NC office. This role involves collaborating with architects, engineers, clients, and consultants to support technical execution and deliver successful projects through all phases of design and construction. The Design Professional II will translate project vision into functional design solutions, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with client goals. This is a degreed, non-licensed architecture professional role focused on developing expertise in architectural practice, executing assignments on projects of small to moderate size and complexity, and contributing to conceptual design, planning, and programming. While primarily office-based, fieldwork may be required to support project objectives, offering opportunities for skill development under senior staff guidance.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited architectural program.
Advanced knowledge of Revit and CAD software.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
Eagerness to learn and develop technical and professional skills.
Must be able to perform work-related travel and have a valid driver's license.
Must be local to GMC office.

Nice To Haves

Completion of NCARB experience hours in support of architectural licensure.
Strong understanding of building details and construction document development.
Advancement of quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) review processes.
Introduction to GMC Learning Communities.

Responsibilities

Utilizes a strong understanding of computer-aided design (CAD) software, including Revit, along with established techniques, standards, and tools to support the preparation of technical drawings.
Transforms and develops initial rough preliminary designs into working documents utilizing Revit and or CAD software.
Reviews drawings and documents for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project standards.
Maintains deadlines, goals, and production standards set by the department. Coordinates and consults with team members to complete projects on time.
Assists in the development of client presentations and visual materials.
Applies standard methods to routine tasks while developing professional judgment and understanding of ethical responsibilities.
Conducts code and product research, prepares as-built drawings, and supports permit applications and project documentation.
Assists in preparing meeting agendas, documenting notes, and responding to contractor RFIs.
Reviews shop drawings for compliance and conduct site visits to monitor construction progress.
Performs additional duties as assigned to support project and departmental needs.
Collaborates with design originators to resolve discrepancies between original drawings and final working drawings.
Communicates effectively with team members regarding project planning, meetings, schedules, and deadlines.
Collaborates with team members to expand industry knowledge and professional expertise.
Actively seeks learning opportunities from both peers and leaders to enhance technical knowledge and skills.
Collaborates across disciplines and office locations to leverage the firm’s collective expertise.