Architectural Designer

Harriman’s growing multi-disciplinary practice is seeking an experienced Architectural Designer to join our team. With a holistic, ground-up approach to design, our architectural staff works closely with the firm’s integrated engineering groups to fulfill our mission to design relevant and innovative solutions to human needs. Our work is challenging, creative, and is based on the belief that design is a collaborative human endeavor centered on knowledge, ingenuity and beauty.

Responsible for working in close coordination with the PM and/or lead designer to continue development and understanding of the architectural design process and Harriman standards. Primary duties include assisting project leadership to the extent possible within the individual’s capability and experience.

Assisting in developing project design as determined by the PM. This position is expected to require a significant amount of oversight from the PM, lead architect, and/or supervisor. Continued improvement is expected with regard to aptitude with software, regulatory requirements, design standards, and best practices. Development of autonomy on basic tasks including task management and self-editing are required for advancement.

We’re looking for an experienced architect to support our thriving K-12 education practice. The successful candidate would have the following skills and experience:

• 1 year of architectural experience minimum.
• Must possess a baseline knowledge of the architectural design and documentation process and demonstrate the ability to work under direct supervision and guidance of multiple project leaders.
• Education requirements:
  
  A 2-year associates degree or 3 years of working experience under a licensed architect. A 4-year NCARB accredited degree is preferred.
• There are no licensure requirements for this position.
• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Revit
• AutoCAD
• Newforma Project Center
• Microsoft Office Suite

• A collaborative spirit and desire to work closely with teams
• Involvement in community and/or design-focused organizations or associations, showing a commitment to engagement in our community
• A sense of humor, love of design, and desire to contribute to the build environment in a real way.

In addition to the required technical skills, it is important that we work together collaboratively in a team environment in order to be successful. Some general expectations that are required for all staff members include, but are not limited to the following:

• Strong work ethic
• Be a team player
• Be open to new ideas
• Will to learn
• Be respectful of others and their opinions and ideas
• Manage time efficiently and effectively in order to complete tasks in a timely manner and without impact on co-workers schedules
• Be prompt to appointments and meetings out of house as well as in-hous
• Inform your supervisor and team members of PTO, or unexpected time away from the office
• Be flexible and adapt to changes

We offer completive salaries and a full benefits package including medical, dental, 401K program and a friendly, collaborative work environment. Harriman is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status.