Job Details
Overview:
Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for an Architectural Designer to join our Buildings team in our Woodcliff Lake, NJ office.
This individual will work on a variety of projects, including early childhood & education, commercial, and retail projects.
Responsibilities:
- Ability to measure and photograph existing conditions of buildings and prepare the documentation of those conditions.
- Participate in the preparation of schematic design drawings including modeling.
- Participate in design development under the direction of a more senior architect, coordinating with engineering and client as requested, to meet the scope of the project.
- Assist in the creation of construction documents including specifications that covers every aspect of construction and materials used.
- Assist in verifying all design aspects comply with local zoning code jurisdiction and work independently to apply code provisions and design procedures.
- Assist in the creation of drawing sets, print, and review for errors/quality assurance/quality control to ensure no outstanding issues before submitting to Project Manager for more detailed verification; correct drawings per Project Manager redlines.
- Adhere to multiple review sets and final release deadlines for client; support revision bulletins from field after project release.
- Coordinate with in-house or outside consultants on engineering for structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing designs.
- Assist in the selection of materials and finishes and the necessary coordination with manufacturers and suppliers.
- Assist in project budgeting.
- Assist in preparing and issuing bidding documents and then the review of contractor bids.
- Attend construction meetings along with the project manager.
- Assist with site visits during construction including documentation of construction progress and review of contractor payment requisitions.
- Maintain logs of submittals and shop drawings in project file folders.
- Respond to requests for information throughout the construction phase.
- Assist in development of project proposals and client presentations and attend client meetings.
- Assist in the completion of LEED documentation as requested.
- Attend client meetings to learn scope of project.
- Evaluate, select and apply standard architectural techniques and procedures as well as knowledge of building codes and regulations to create designs/drawings, while using judgment to make minor adaptations and modifications to existing designs.
- Assist in the development of client presentations; may participate in actual presentation, if requested.
- Establish & maintain positive relationships with co-workers, support and build relationships with others on the team and across disciplines/offices.
- Be responsive to others and share information to improve efficiency and help others achieve goals; listen and engage in productive and critical debate.
- Suggest new ideas and processes; stay informed of developments in practice areas; view obstacles as opportunities.
Qualifications:
Education
- BArch or MArch degree in Architecture from an accredited university.
Experience
- Relevant Years of experience required to perform the role: 2+ years of experience in design.
Skills/Abilities
- Intermediate skills in REVIT required; Enscape, Bluebeam Revu, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign operational skills preferred.
- Ability to work on multiple projects in different phases at the same time and meet the associated project deadlines.
- Ability to mentor new designers and summer interns.
- Ability to research code provisions, products, material information, etc.
- Ability to coordinate information exchange between clients, project manager, and project team.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
What We Offer:
At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. Thats why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.
This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Womens Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!