Graduate Architect

Graduate Architect – Fairfax, VA

Dewberry Architects is seeking an energetic Graduate Architect to join our Fairfax, VA office. The ideal applicant must have completed an Architectural degree and have experience in the building design field.

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 50 locations and 2,000 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry.

Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.

A designer works under the supervision of the Project Architect and/or Project Manager. The ideal candidate will be proactive, with the keen ability to translate design intent into drawings. Strong communication (written and verbal) and collaboration skills are paramount. Qualified candidates should possess strong organizational skills, an ability to formulate, research and ask pertinent questions, and the initiative to take on design or technical challenges.

Working as part of a small team, the Designer will have exposure to the full architectural process.

• Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture from an accredited university
• 0‑2 years of experience
• Strong design skills and a desire to develop technical expertise
• Proficiency in Revit, Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office
• Rendering abilities and graphic experience a plus
• Preferably LEED AP and knowledge of sustainable design principles

Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record and the ability to pass a background check.

At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.