Retail Architecture Project Specialist

Job Title:
Architecture Project Specialist

Job Description

We are looking for an Architect to join our team. Initially, you will support a large retail program and later have the opportunity to work on a variety of commercial projects. You will gain experience supporting projects from conception through completion. Your initial responsibilities will include producing construction documents, with future tasks and professional development in design, construction administration, project management, and coordination with consulting engineers.

• Review work requirements, analyze and plan specifics to use resources efficiently and avoid wasted effort; notify the project lead of any conflicts.
• Adhere to daily schedules and directions from Job Captain/Project Manager/Project Director relative to assigned tasks.
• Maintain a running list of project questions to be reviewed and answered by the project lead.
• Complete drafting assignments with a high degree of technical skill, quality, accuracy, and speed.
• Collaborate with other internal departments and teams as directed by Job Captain/Project Manager/Project Director.
• Utilize CADD skills as trained and required to complete assigned work.
• Use Photoshop and/or other 3D rendering programs to develop conceptual schematic materials for assigned projects.
• Follow office standards for production drawings and check your work for errors before releasing sheets/drawings.
• Advise the project lead of any questions, problems, or necessary changes as they occur.
• Inform team members of specific changes as directed by the project lead.
• Notify the project lead of known dates and times that might affect the completion of a specific job assignment.

• Proficiency in Revit for architecture
• Experience with 3D modeling
• Skills in project coordination
• Experience in design and production
• Knowledge of BIM
• Drafting skills
• Architectural design proficiency

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited school of Architecture
• Entry level to 2 years of experience working for an architectural firm, preferably in retail or other commercial experience
• Rendering or Photoshop experience is a plus
• Self-motivated, organized, and a strong communicator

This position is based in a new office equipped with brand new technology. The team currently consists of six people with plans to grow by adding two more immediately. We offer a relaxed, flexible, and employee-friendly environment. While we are flexible with work and personal life, this role requires working in the office. You will be part of a company with a strong reputation, and you will have opportunities to advance your career as the office grows.

Additionally, all hires in this new office will receive brand new equipment and technology.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maitland, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.44 - $28.85/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account…