Design Professional

SOA is seeking an enthusiastic, self-starting Design Professional.

Design Professional – 1 -5 years of experience

Looking for an opportunity to fulfill those illusive IDP hours?
Interested in utilizing The Amber Book video series to pass the ARE?
Want to work on a variety of projects to gain maximum experience?
Like the idea of being involved in the community?
If you answered yes…..consider joining SOA Architecture!

Founded in 1987, SOA approaches architecture and interior design as an integrated process. Our projects vary greatly in size, scope, construction type and market segment. We aim to be mid-Missouri’s architectural resource for commercial, education, health care, and civic clients. Our work ranges from small renovations and additions, to multi-story mixed-use new construction, to large scale healthcare facilities. We strive to enhance communities live, learn, work, heal and play!

SOA promotes sustainable design by educating clients as to the costs and benefits of different design options. We have four LEED Certified professionals on staff. Our office building has been rated by Columbia Water & Light as the most energy efficient office building in the city and serves as a green building showcase.

In 2008, SOA was the first mid-Missouri architectural firm to implement Building Information Modeling (BIM). We use Revit on all projects, and Enscape for renderings and animations.

Our team prides itself on being active in the community, hard-working, thorough, creative, enjoyable to work with, and good-natured.

REQUIREMENTS / RESPONSIBILITIES

Accredited architecture degree
Experience with design software (Revit proficiency is strongly desired, Enscape is a plus!)
Enthusiastic, self-starting, team-oriented personality
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Exceptional work ethic and aptitude for learning
Basic PC proficiency in Windows environments (Word, Excel, Microsoft 365)

ROLES / DUTIES

Project and client support for successful project execution
Collaborating with the internal A/ID team as well as engineering consultants through the design process
Proposing design solutions that align with client vision and budget
Modeling / drafting / catching redlines in Revit in all phases of design
Field measuring and modeling / documentation of existing building conditions
Generating design options / imagery via Revit and Enscape software, hand-rendering
Manipulation of design graphics via software such as Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
Other project specific tasks as needed (meeting minutes, cost estimating, programming, specifications, on-site visits, material and product research)

BENEFITS

401K
Paid Time Off (3 weeks)
Flexible work schedule
Allowance for Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) fees
Allowance for professional organization membership (AIA, CSI)
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid time allowance for professional development (webinars, conferences)
Paid time allowance for public relations activities (Chamber of Commerce)
Opportunities for advancement and increased responsibility for driven employees that demonstrate commitment and value to the company

Job Types: Permanent Full-time (32, 36 or 40 hour work week)