Designer

DLR Group•Seattle, WA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Build your career with us and play an integral role on our project teams. In this role, you'll take on specific aspects of project development under the mentorship of experienced professionals, gaining hands-on experience and learning the ins and outs of the industry. You'll assist in the creation and delivery of project documents, working closely with our collaborative design team to produce high-quality work. This is an excellent opportunity to begin your career, build your skills, and contribute to projects while staying on track with timelines and budgets. If you are a collaborative thought leader with a strategic mindset this might be the position for you. DLR Group is 100% employee owned and as such you’ll enjoy the opportunity to have ownership in the Firm. We rely on all our employee-owners to apply their financial acumen to grow the Firm profitably.

Requirements

Undergraduate Degree in Architecture
3 to 5 years of professional experience in architecture
Proficient in Revit; knowledge of Bluebeam and other standard architecture software
Strong technical skills with the ability to contribute to the design process and develop technical solutions
Competence in conventional aspects of architecture, including materials, methods, and tools for small to moderate-sized buildings
Working knowledge of design techniques, tools, and sustainable design principles for producing technical plans and deliverables
Strong written, verbal, and graphic communication skills with the ability to multitask while maintaining quality and productivity
Ability to assist in marketing and business development efforts

Nice To Haves

Professional licensure not required; LEED AP and other certifications preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Propose creative technical solutions to design challenges while ensuring design excellence
Adhere to quality assurance/control processes and company practice standards
Contribute to project deliverables, ensuring alignment with project schedules and deadlines
Conduct design analyses, layout designs, and code studies with some independent work
Perform basic architectural tasks, including layout and aesthetic feature design
Coordinate drawings and specifications, assisting in preparation of specific sections
Apply BIM standards and develop organizational cartoon sets for projects
Execute quality control procedures and resolve clash detection issues
Actively collaborate with the project team to generate and communicate design ideas
Continuously seek new knowledge and skills, proactively sharing potential solutions with peers