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Entry Level Architectural Designer

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SmithGroup

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Architecture & Urban Planning
    Design
  • Boston

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor's in Architecture, prior AE experience, Revit skills for construction documents, proficiency in design software, and the ability to proactively contribute to a team.
  • You will assist with architectural assignments, update drawings, research materials, support construction administration, visit sites, and create graphics for marketing proposals.

Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent.
  • Prior architectural office experience such as summer, co-op and intern work in the AE field.
  • LEED AP preferred. Must be eligible to take the Architectural Registration Examination within a few years.
  • On-the-job experience using Revit to produce construction documents.
  • High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
  • The ability to contribute proactively to a project team.

Responsibilities

  • Perform specific/limited portions of architectural assignments under direct supervision.
  • Document changes to architectural drawings as instructed.
  • Consult with manufacturers, research and evaluate materials.
  • Assist in construction administration including responding to RFI’s, preparing sketches and addendum’s (CCD’s), visiting the construction site to gather information and/or preparing a punch list.
  • Receive and follow directions for project assignments.
  • Create graphics and research information for inclusion in marketing proposals and materials.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Entry Level Architectural Designer.

Where is the position located?

The position is located in the Boston office of SmithGroup.

What educational background is required for this role?

An ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Architecture or an equivalent field.

Is prior experience in an architectural office required?

Yes, prior architectural office experience such as summer, co-op, or intern work in the AE field is preferred.

What software proficiency is expected for this position?

High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign is expected.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, SmithGroup offers professional development opportunities, including one-on-one career coaching and a tuition reimbursement program.

Does the company provide paid time off?

Yes, the company provides 3 weeks of PTO within the first year of employment, with the option of purchasing additional time off, along with 8 paid federal holidays and 15 extra Fridays off.

What is the anticipated salary range for this position?

The anticipated salary range for this position is $61,000 to $67,000 annually, with eligibility for a performance-based bonus each year.

Is a LEED AP certification preferred for this role?

Yes, a LEED AP certification is preferred, and candidates must be eligible to take the Architectural Registration Examination within a few years.

What kind of work environment does SmithGroup offer?

SmithGroup offers a flexible scheduling and a hybrid work environment.

Do you provide accommodations during the application process?

Yes, reasonable accommodations can be requested by directing inquiries to careers@smithgroup.com.

An award-winning, global, integrated design firm on a mission to Design a Better Future.

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Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1853
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Mission & Purpose

Founded by architect Sheldon Smith in 1853, our “born on” date might suggest that we’re a traditional design and engineering firm, but we left old-fashioned mindsets behind decades ago. Today, SmithGroup is an award-winning, multi-national organization that employs research, data, advanced technologies and design thinking to help clients solve their greatest challenges. Working across 19 offices in the U.S. and China, our network of 1,300 experts is committed to excellence in strategy, design and delivery—giving rise to new and innovative processes and methodologies that are redefining the way we work. Our integrated practice offers depth in all disciplines serving the built and natural environment, including architecture, engineering (coastal, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing), landscape architecture, urban design and environmental science. Our specialists—from artists and engineers, to nurses, workplace strategists and beyond—develop beautiful, sustainable, future-focused solutions for healthcare providers, science and technology organizations, higher education and cultural institutions, urban environments, diverse workplaces, mixed-use and waterfront developments, and parks and open spaces. Blending artistry, technology, planning, research and strategy, we partner with clients to up-end disruptors redefining their businesses and solve challenges impacting their worlds. Whether tasked to develop a business model, workflow processes, a campus master plan, a building, an energy model, or a strategic plan, our integrated team of experts relentlessly explores and refines until they arrive at a solution that realizes success at every scale of a project. Our ability to blend aesthetics with performance, sustainability, and resiliency to create a better tomorrow—for clients, employees, the community, the environment, and our collective future—has earned recognition from top-ranking institutions, publications and design authorities the world over.

Culture & Values

  • Equity

    We believe in creating a design culture grounded in empathy, dignity, and excellence.

  • Passion

    Our passion for design excellence drives us to solve complex, meaningful problems for clients.

  • Sustanibilty

    We design to create a healthy and prosperous future for clients and communities.

  • Curiosity

    We relentlessly explore, test and learn in order to innovate and solve today's emerging challenges.

  • Community

    We are leaders where we live and work. We share our energy, our time, and our knowledge to advance our clients and professions.

  • Integrity

    Trust is the foundation of all great design solutions. The only way to serve our clients and one another is with bedrock integrity.

Benefits

  • Hybrid Workplace

    We offer flexible scheduling along with in-office, remote and hybrid work plans

  • 15 Fridays Off

    We enjoy 15 extra Fridays off per year – on top of holidays & basic PTO

  • Compensation & Savings

    401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, disability coverage, commuter benefits & more

  • Health And Well-Being

    Parental leave, domestic partner & same-sex benefits, caregiving resources, coverage for medical, dental, vision, Rx, flex spending options