PK- 12 Architectural Designer

Harriman is growing! We are looking for an Architectural Designer for our PK-12 studio to join our team and join our full-service practice. If you are looking for a firm that understands the importance of work-life balance, enjoys working with lots of other people, and can work independently in our hybrid-work environment, then this is an opportunity that you need to look into!

Harriman’s growing multi-disciplinary practice is seeking an Architectural Designer to join our team. With a holistic, ground-up approach to design, our architectural staff works closely with the firm’s integrated engineering groups to fulfill our mission to design relevant and innovative solutions to human needs. Our work is challenging, creative, and is based on the belief that design is a collaborative human endeavor centered on knowledge, ingenuity and beauty.

Responsible for working in close coordination with the PM and/or lead designer to continue development and understanding of the architectural design process and Harriman standards. Primary duties include assisting project leadership to the extent possible within the individual’s capability and experience.

Assisting in developing project design as determined by the PM. This position is expected to require a significant amount of oversight from the PM, lead architect, and/or supervisor. Continued improvement is expected with regard to aptitude with software, regulatory requirements, design standards, and best practices. Development of autonomy on basic tasks including task management and self-editing are required for advancement.

Requirements:

We’re looking for an experienced architect to support our thriving PK-12 education practice. The successful candidate would have the following skills and experience:

• 1 year of architectural experience minimum.
• Must possess a baseline knowledge of the architectural design and documentation process and demonstrate the ability to work under direct supervision and guidance of multiple project leaders.
• Education requirements: A 2-year associates degree or 3 years of working experience under a licensed architect. A 4-year NCARB accredited degree is preferred.
• There are no licensure requirements for this position.
• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Software Proficiencies:

• Bluebeam
• Revit
• AutoCAD
• Newforma Project Center
• Deltek Vision
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Zoom/Teams/Video Conferencing Software

What will set you apart:

• A collaborative spirit and desire to work closely with teams
• Involvement in community and/or design-focused organizations or associations, showing a commitment to engagement in our community
• A sense of humor, love of design, and desire to contribute to the build environment in a real way.

Expectations of all Staff:

• Strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Be a team player
• Be flexible, adaptable, and open to new ideas
• Actively seek out clarification via the expertise of colleagues when unsure.
• Be respectful of others and their opinions and ideas
• Manage your efforts efficiently and effectively to complete tasks on time and with limited impact on co-worker's schedules
• Be prompt to appointments and meetings out of the office as well as in-house
• Inform studio leader of PTO, or unexpected time away from the office and record in studio PTO Calendar
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and activities such as project team and committee meetings, all-office meetings (such as the Monthly Harriman Huddle), and studio-specific meetings.
• Ability to accept and learn from criticism
• Avoid conflicts of interest
• Market oneself and the company always by conducting oneself professionally: we all represent Harriman!
• Communicate, communicate, communicate!

Benefits:

We offer competitive salaries and a full benefits package including medical, dental, 401K program, hybrid work schedule, gym reimbursement, and a friendly, collaborative work environment. Harriman is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status.