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Junior Designer

Full-Time | Remote/Hybrid (Northern California) | San Francisco Bay Area

Vegas Builds is a Northern California design and project management firm specializing in Healthcare Architecture, Laboratory Planning & Design, Project & Construction Management, and Medical Equipment Planning & Procurement. We are passionate about delivering innovative, technically sophisticated healthcare environments that improve patient care and support our clients' long-term goals.

We are seeking a motivated and talented Junior Architectural Designer, with 0 to 3 years of architectural experience, to join our growing architectural practice in the San Francisco Bay Area. This is a full-time position offering a hybrid work environment, with a combination of remote work and on-site project collaboration.

The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic architectural professional who is eager to develop their technical and design skills while working alongside experienced architects, project managers, engineers, and consultants on a variety of projects.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career to gain hands-on experience through all phases of architectural projects, from programming and schematic design through construction documents, permitting, and construction administration.

Key Responsibilities

Assist project teams with the development of architectural drawings and construction documents.
Prepare plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules, and other project documentation.
Assist with design development and coordination with consultants.
Participate in project meetings, site visits, and field investigations.
Assist with code research and preparation of permit documentation.
Coordinate architectural drawings with structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other consultants.
Assist with reviewing shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs during construction administration.
Support senior staff and project managers with project coordination and documentation.
Maintain organized project files and drawing sets.
Participate in internal quality-control and drawing review processes.
Perform other architectural and project-related tasks as assigned.
Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited architecture program, currently pursuing licensure.
0–3 years of professional architectural experience preferred; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD.
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Familiarity with architectural documentation, building codes, and construction methods.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative project team.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Willingness to learn and take on increasing levels of responsibility.
Work Environment

This position offers a flexible remote/hybrid work arrangement for candidates located within Northern California or the San Francisco Bay Area. Occasional travel to client meetings and project sites will be required.

Why Join Vegas Builds?

At Vegas Builds, you'll work alongside a talented and supportive team dedicated to creating meaningful healthcare environments. We value collaboration, innovation, professional growth, and work-life balance.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:

Competitive salary
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
401(k) retirement plan
Continuing education and professional development opportunities
A collaborative, flexible, and supportive work environment
How to Apply

Qualified applicants are invited to submit the following materials to [email protected]:

Cover Letter
Resume
Portfolio showcasing professional work samples (and academic work, if applicable)
Please submit all materials as a single PDF file not exceeding 10 MB.

Please no phone calls, walk-in inquiries, or recruiter solicitations.