Designer
From sketch to Sketchup to fully realized concept, join our team to flex your creative talents.
GDA is seeking Architects and production specialists with at least 3 years of experience. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a fast-paced collaborative team on a variety of project types at all levels of development. Candidates must exhibit a strong work ethic, possess knowledge of relevant technology platforms, maintain focus and display a thorough attention to detail. Candidates must have a can-do attitude and be eager and willing to solve problems individually or as part of a team effort.
Responsibilities
- Collaborating on design projects, including programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development and construction documents
- Resolve complex and technical design issues while displaying a strong aesthetic sense and the ability to maintain design intent
- Provide project team coordination for the finished plans, specifications, and material selections required for construction
- Coordinate with a production team to take a project through design development and construction documentation
Qualifications
- Architectural registration and LEED credentials are preferred
- Desire to pursue growth opportunities and obtain registration
- Individuals displaying strong self-motivation, work ethic, and team-oriented focus preferred
- Understanding of building codes, standards, and building structures
- Ability to preserve design intent throughout a project
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Strong graphics and presentation skills
- Experience in large multi-family, hospitality, office, and commercial projects
- Experience with Revit, AutoCAD required
- Experience with Bluebeam and Sketchup preferred
- Experience with Lumion or 3D Max preferred