Architectural Designer II

CLARKNEXSEN - Asheville, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Asheville, NC

About the position

The Architectural Designer II position is designed for a creative and ambitious individual who is committed to design excellence, sustainability, and innovation. The role involves working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to shape architectural projects across various typologies and scales, serving a diverse clientele including educational institutions, commercial developers, and government entities. The ideal candidate will be passionate about design, capable of working independently and as part of a team, and will contribute to both project success and office initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for specific technical design aspects of an assigned major project, including investigation, evaluation, and recommendation of design solutions that best meet the client's needs.
• Provides professional architectural consultation in the planning, design, and coordination of large complex projects.
• Independently applies advanced architectural concepts and designs.
• Carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures.
• May provide technical guidance to less experienced architects/architectural staff.
• Collaborate with project teams during project design phases including programming, concept development, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation.
• Develop design sketches, renderings, models, graphics, presentation materials, analysis, and construction drawings and schedules.
• Participate in the construction administration of projects including jobsite visits, review of submittals, and responding to contractor questions.
• Communicate and engage with a wide variety of stakeholders including clients, owners, users, team members, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to achieve overall project objectives.
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and participation in continuous learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree from an NAAB accredited Architecture program.
• 6+ years of professional experience in architectural practice or related field.
• Excellent graphic, drawing, and presentation capabilities.
• Advanced level knowledge of design, modeling and graphic software (Revit, Rhino, Enscape, Adobe Creative Cloud, and/or similar applications).
• Advanced level understanding of architectural drafting, detail and documentation standards.
• Intermediate level understanding of architectural specifications and their relationship to construction documents.
• Proficient understanding of basic codes, sustainability requirements and their implementation.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience in an architectural practice or related field will be given special consideration.
• Physical model building experience in a model building shop is strongly preferred.
• Exposure to environmental analysis applications such as Climate Studio, Sefaira, Insight360, and Lady Bug/Honeybee is a plus.
• Commitment to sustainable design principles and interest in achieving accreditation in LEED AP, WELL AP, and/or Green Globes.
• Architectural registration examination and licensure is actively in process.
• Dedicated to developing professional and leadership skills within the firm.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule with common in-office days to support collaboration and innovation.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.