Architectural Designer II

Architectural Designer II Architecture Asheville, NC • ID: 23750 • Full-Time/Regular Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life. The ideal candidate for this position will be energetic and passionate about design, committed to quality, engaged in team, office, and firm-wide initiatives, able to work independently and in a team environment, and able to prioritize work. Selection will be based on your application, resume, and portfolio. In order to be considered, you will need to submit a portfolio with your application. General responsibilities include but are not limited to the following Non-licensed architectural staff Responsible for specific technical design aspects of an assigned major project, including investigation, evaluation and recommendation of design solutions that best meets 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 Help deliver great projects with a sense of energy, passion and personal responsibility Required Skills Capable of independently executing projects of small to medium size and/or complexity with minor direction and oversight Advanced level knowledge of design, modeling and graphic software (Revit, Rhino, Enscape, Adobe Creative Cloud, and/or similar applications) Advanced level understanding of appropriateness of building information modeling for various project types 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 Intermediate level understanding of building programming Architectural registration examination and licensure is actively in process Dedicated to developing his/her professional and leadership skills within the firm Proficient in client presentation development, public speaking, technical writing and business correspondence skills Required Experience Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an NAAB accredited Architecture program 6+ years of professional experience 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 Excellent graphic, drawing, and presentation capabilities Exposure to environmental analysis applications such asClimate 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 Working Conditions At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule.