Designer, 1-3 years experience

Designer, 1-3 years experiencePosted Thursday, July 2OrganizationPKA ArchitectureLocationMinneapolisSalary / CompensationTransparency Law not applicableDescriptionPKA Architecture is a full‑service architecture firm that specializes in the design of high‑end homes, lofts, cabins, and boutique commercial projects. Based in Minneapolis, but with projects across the country, we are a collaborative studio that focuses on a high level of design and client service. We approach each project with fresh eyes and believe that every project should be as unique as our clients.We are currently hiring a Designer to work in our Uptown studio. At PKA, we look at a designer as an integral part in the design and production of a project. A designer uses their skills and knowledge of construction and design to help guide a project from initial concept to a complete design that can be built efficiently. Working with the Project Manager, a designer helps develop the design through 3d model with an eye towards materials, construction methods, and 3d massing. Designers are also responsible for refining the design in CAD and adding the necessary layers of detail and coordination as needed to create a well‑rounded and comprehensive construction set.Our studio structures most projects as team efforts and candidates will be working directly with Principals and Project Architects/Project Managers from the earliest stages of schematic design to drafting construction details, producing drawing sets, and reviewing submittals and shop drawings. Candidates are expected to have the ability to work on multiple projects at a time and be able to efficiently switch between tasks. Excellent candidates who complete job duties with urgency and efficiency will have their duties and responsibilities increase on projects and within the structure of the firm.Winner of AIA Emerging Professional Friendly Firm Award in 2024, this is a great opportunity to join our collaborative work family. While we focus on high‑end homes, we have a growing portfolio of commercial work, and we are seeking qualified candidates that have a proven track record of successfully completing complex projects of all scales.What you will generally be doing:Assisting Project Managers with production of drawings for presentations and construction documents3D modeling for both iterative design purposes as well as for documentation and renderingCoordinating changes in drawingsCoordinating and filling out product and finish schedulesWorking directly with consultants and engineersParticipating in design meetingsWhat we are looking for in you:1-3 years of experience in high end residential design and documentationSelf‑motivated and capable of working independently and self‑directing on to the next taskEffective time management skills and a sense of urgency in completing assignmentsHigh degree of organization and ability to quickly adjust prioritiesGeneral knowledge of construction methods and their draftingGeneral knowledge of detailing and coordination of drawing setsLicensure is not required, but licensed candidates are encouraged to applyWhat Skills you must have:High degree of professional experience with SketchUpHigh degree of professional experience with AutoCADExperience with EnscapeProfessional experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel)Proficiency with Adobe Suite (Photoshop and InDesign)Experience with Revit, ArchiCAD, or other BIM software is a plus, but not requiredGood written communication skillsThis is a full‑time salaried position with the following benefits:Fully covered health and dental for the employee (Dependents can be added, but paid in full by employee)Life Insurance/ADD policyShort and Long‑term disability insurance3 weeks PTO and 9 paid holidaysSimple IRA matchFlexible Savings Account / Dependent Care Account optionsReimbursement for professional memberships (AIA, NCARB, LEED, etc.)Reimbursement for licensure tests once passedDiscretionary bonuses as the firm is ablePlease email your resume, cover letter, and examples of your work in PDF format to [email protected] commensurate with [email protected]#J-18808-Ljbffr