Architectural Designer II

Overview

Studio AR&D Architects is a Los Angeles based architecture firm that offers a creative and collaborative work environment with a growing portfolio of work that seeks to be both poetic and meaningful in every detail.

We are a small firm which provides the opportunity for all team members to touch all aspects of each project from concept through construction. Projects include high-end residential, hotel | hospitality, interior architecture and landscape.

• Minimum 5-7years’ experience at an architecture firm
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or another related field
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Strong interest in modern & contemporary architecture
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining a high level of detail and accuracy
• Reliable transportation to travel to and from job sites upon request
• Ability to provide support for tasks required for the successful completion of projects including processing documents at various jurisdiction to acquire necessary permits, etc.

• Participate in day to day project management
• Project/construction site visits
• Meeting deadlines in a timely manner
• Coordinate effectively with engineering and design consultants
• Prepare construction drawings for contractors and permit agencies
• Processing of project at various jurisdictions and acquiring necessary permits.
• Compiling project specifications
• Ensuring all vital information and documentation is recorded and maintained.
• Provide support for any tasks required for the successful completion of the project, which can include running errands
• Provide support for any task required to keep office running smoothly (i.e. ordering office supplies, ordering material samples, obtaining pricing for materials, maintaining organization of projects, etc.)

• Desire to produce meaningful work, passion is at the heart of our company
• Ability to be open minded, take in different ideas and encourage teamwork
• Desire to constantly self-educate and be hands-on
• Ability to bring creative solutions to our design work

• Experience working on high end residential architecture, hotel | hospitality & interior architecture
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Proficiency in Sketchup & Enscape

A hands-on creative work environment with colleagues who are passionate, creative and continuously striving to innovate and improve.

Studio AR&D values employee growth and will cover the cost of all ARE exams that are passed since date of hire. Other benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, paid time off and 7 days of paid holidays.