Experienced Designer

Position Title: Designer - Level 3
Reports To: Senior Architect, Design Director and management team
Salary: $35-39/hr.

Trade Design Build is a leading design-build firm dedicated to creating exceptional spaces through a seamless integration of design and construction. With a commitment to quality craftsmanship and innovative design solutions, we take pride in delivering outstanding results for our clients. As we continue to expand our team, we are seeking a Designer Level 3 to join us in bringing our projects to life!

Overview:

Designer 3 should be a great designer who is responsible for concept design on individual projects, drawing production on large jobs under supervision by a Senior Architect, and individual execution on small projects, like kitchen and bath renovations.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Design Development: Assist the design director in developing design concepts, and then develop designs and details in line with concept and design brief.
• Project Management: Manage the client, design fee, design schedule, work plan, construction budget, and overall project execution for small projects with limited support from a Senior Architect.
• Project Execution: Execute project development through the development of the Revit model, and generation of construction documents for small through large projects with support and feedback from the Senior Architect.
• Interior Design & Selections: Have a good sense of material, product and fixture availability and make selections for projects.

Personal Attributes and Skills:

• Great architectural design skills with the ability to generate aspirational designs, with eye toward the balancing high design with reality.
• Good organizational skills, with the ability to remain self-motivated, and manage a lot of information and small projects
• Really strong drawing production skills with a strong knowledge of Revit modeling, good sense of construction detailing, and drawing set organization and standards.
• Have an understanding of the relationship between design solutions, design fee, construction budget, and overall schedule.
• Creative thinking with an understanding of the balance between innovation and tried and true methods.
• 5–10 years of hands-on experience in design, preferably within a design firm or similar professional environment

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunity to work on exciting and innovative projects with a dynamic and talented team