Designer 2
About The Position
MWA Architects is seeking a Designer to join our growing San Francisco infrastructure design studio. Our collaborative team designs sustainable, resilient, and beautiful facilities for the water, power, public works, and transportation sectors. We are looking for a team player who is responsible, enthusiastic, and organized, and who can adapt to the demands of multiple complex project scopes at all phases of design and construction. You will bring attention to detail, the ability to communicate with the design team and managers, and demonstrate critical judgment and acquired knowledge. At MWA Architects, we strive to create a legacy of beautiful and sustainable architecture for our communities. Our primary markets focus on humanity’s essential needs. Our work's common thread is the deliberate undertaking of challenging projects with complex and diverse stakeholder needs, as they often offer opportunities for creativity and innovation. MWA fosters a dynamic and engaging work environment, and we seek applicants who will contribute to an inclusive workplace.
Requirements
- At least three to five years of project designer experience within a small to medium-sized firm/studio environment with at least two years of experience with assisting in highly technical project types, such as industrial, civic, commercial, administration, operations, laboratory, maintenance, facilities, public works, or transportation facilities.
- Non-licensed architectural status with experience with California building codes. Oregon and/or Washington state also desirable.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program
- Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, 3D computer modeling, SketchUp, and related programs
- Ability to work in person Tue-Thu in the SF office. A hybrid schedule is currently offered and is subject to team needs.
Nice To Haves
- LEED accreditation preferred but not required
- Experienced, quick learner and natural communicator
- Ready to thrive in a collaborative small team environment
- Knowledgeable and experienced with successfully completing tasks
- Experience with sustainable and resilient design
- Eager to take on new responsibilities and challenges across multiple projects and phases
Responsibilities
- Contribute to projects through all phases of design and construction under the guidance of more senior staff
- Prepare design studies, presentations, and construction documents
- Develop design and technical solutions for assigned portions of a project
- Support permitting and construction administration activities
- Demonstrate increasing technical proficiency, sound judgment, and attention to detail
- Contribute to a collaborative studio environment and MWA's commitment to design excellence
Benefits
- paid time off (PTO)
- nine paid holidays
- employer-matched 401K
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- a flexible spending account (FSA)
- employee assistance program (EAP)
- voluntary benefit plans
- short-term and long-term disability
- support in professional development through continuing education opportunities
- assistance with professional accreditations
- leadership growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
