Company:
Simons Architects
Location:
Portland, Maine
We are hoping to find:
- a collaborative, creative, self-motivated, and organized individual to join our team
- 5-8 years of professional experience, preferably working on commercial and institutional projects.
- a professional architectural degree, BArch or March
- ideal candidate will be a licensed professional in architecture or currently pursuing licensure
- strong work ethic and ability to take initiative
- research, plan, and develop building projects for SA on behalf of clients.
- apply knowledge of design, construction procedures, zoning and building codes, and building materials effectively at all stages of project development.
- consult with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure or renovation, and prepare information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time.
- plan layout of project drawing set and help integrate and coordinate engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval. Prepare scaled drawings and contract documents.
- Creative building design studies and highly detailed construction documents.
- assist Project Manager during construction, adapting plans according to circumstances and resolve problems that may arise during construction.
- travel to building sites, proposed locations, and client meetings as needed, and as directed by Project Manager.
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- self-starter with ability to work efficiently and oversee all pieces of a project.
- experience with all phases of project from Schematic Design through
- Construction Administration.
- strong Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape, and 3D Modeling skills
- positive attitude with creative problem solving.
- individual who values hard work and is a team player.
- positive attitude with creative problem solving
- contribute to office dialogue and culture of design excellence.
- knowledge of LEED, Passivhaus, and Living Building Challenge is desirable
Benefits:
- Paid vacation and sick time with accrual beginning on day 1
- 10 annual paid holidays
- Health and dental insurance
- Monthly parking stipend
- Employer matched 401k plan (up to 3%)
- Professional Development stipend
To learn more about us, go to www.simonsarchitects.com
Please email letter of interest, resume, and work samples (max total 15 MB): careers@simonsarchitects.com