Career Opportunities: Entry Level Architectural Designer (11542)

SmithGroup - Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Pittsburgh, PA

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Entry Level Architectural Designer position at SmithGroup involves working under direct supervision to assist in various architectural assignments. The role is designed for recent graduates or those with limited experience in the architectural field, focusing on developing skills in design, documentation, and project administration while contributing to innovative and sustainable design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform specific/limited portions of architectural assignments under direct supervision.
• Document changes to architectural drawings as instructed.
• Consult with manufacturers, research and evaluate materials.
• Assist in construction administration including responding to RFI's, preparing sketches and addendum's (CCD's), visiting the construction site to gather information and/or preparing a punch list.
• Receive and follow directions for project assignments.
• Create graphics and research information for inclusion in marketing proposals and materials.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• Prior architectural office experience such as summer, co-op and intern work in the AE field.
• LEED AP preferred. Must be eligible to take the Architectural Registration Examination within a few years.
• On-the-job experience using Revit to produce construction documents.
• High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• The ability to contribute proactively to a project team.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Hybrid work environment
• 401(k)
• Parental leave
• Wellbeing resources
• PTO immediately available to new hires
• 15 extra Fridays off - on top of holidays
• One-on-one career coaching
• Professional development opportunities