Design Architect

Are you an architect seeking a different kind of career, full of fast-paced, creative design across a wide variety of project types? Would you like to work directly with the craftsmen who build your designs? Ferguson Construction has a rare opportunity for you to develop as an architect.

This is an on-site position, and can be based in any one of our four regional offices located in Sidney, Columbus, Dayton, or Indianapolis.

• Functioning as part of a small to medium-sized design department, the position will both manage and take a variety of large and small projects in the industrial, commercial, non‑profit, educational, recreational, retail, religious, and healthcare buildings from conceptual design through final design and detailing.
• Complete conceptual designs for new builds, additions, and renovations — while considering cost and constructability issues.
• Work with design staff to detail and assemble construction documents in Revit.
• Help to develop drawing standards and best practices.
• Work with a team to prepare and review design drawings.
• Submit for permits and answer plan corrections.
• Lead and mentor existing designers and co‑op students from area universities to advance their skills and prepare them for full‑time employment.
• Collaborate with outside consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal colleagues such as our Director of Design, Architectural and Civil Designers, Business Development professionals, Estimators, Project Managers, Site Superintendents, and Crew Leaders.

• Must hold a professional degree.
• Must be a Registered architect with the ability to be registered in Ohio and Indiana.
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience, with 10+ years preferred.
• Position will require problem‑solving skills, with an understanding of construction, as well as meeting and working with our clients to meet their needs.
• Proficient and well‑versed in Revit with knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Organized with great communication skills.
• Quality, deadline, and detail‑oriented, with a customer focus.
• Ferguson Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a full benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k), and Life, as well as profit sharing and bonuses.

All applicants who are offered employment with Ferguson Construction Company will be subject to a background investigation and drug test. Offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a background investigation and drug test conducted in accordance with Ferguson Construction policy and state law.