Airoom Architects, Builders, and Remodelers · 18 hours ago
Architectural Designer
Airoom Architects, Builders, and Remodelers is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Architectural Designer with a strong background in residential remodeling. The role involves producing high-quality visual presentations and construction drawings for residential design/build projects while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Candidates must have proven experience in single family residential projects, including high end remodeling and renovations
Candidate must be capable of producing construction drawings for full service residential design/build projects
5+ years of architectural design experience for high-end exterior buildings and interior residential spaces, producing floor plans, schematic design, elevations, renderings, and photorealistic color renderings and walkthroughs, specifically with respect to roof lines, pitches, beams, additions, renovations, and/or new homes builds
Ability to design, draw and specify project details, including windows, doors, flooring, siding, roofing and finish goods for additions, kitchens and bathroom remodeling work
Ensure design output is both creative and technically sound, especially in bathroom and kitchen layouts
Prior experience creating artistic illustrations within a timeline that supports the fast-paced nature of the sales process. Must be comfortable handling multiple projects at once; and turning around multiple projects on a daily and weekly basis
Strong sense of proportion and scale in placing the subject on presentation page to highlight the strength of the proposed design
General knowledge of reproducing and detailing material’s texture by hand and in Photoshop. Proficient at hand-sketching and experience working with a marker is a must
Strong communication skills with internal staff and field personnel required
Ability to keep up with a fast paced environment with attention to detail
Maintain organized documentation and update plans according to feedback and construction requirements
Manage several projects simultaneously and meet deadlines under pressure
Qualification
Required
Candidates must have proven experience in single family residential projects, including high end remodeling and renovations
Candidate must be capable of producing construction drawings for full service residential design/build projects
5+ years of architectural design experience for high-end exterior buildings and interior residential spaces, producing floor plans, schematic design, elevations, renderings, and photorealistic color renderings and walkthroughs, specifically with respect to roof lines, pitches, beams, additions, renovations, and/or new homes builds
Ability to design, draw and specify project details, including windows, doors, flooring, siding, roofing and finish goods for additions, kitchens and bathroom remodeling work
Ensure design output is both creative and technically sound, especially in bathroom and kitchen layouts
Prior experience creating artistic illustrations within a timeline that supports the fast-paced nature of the sales process. Must be comfortable handling multiple projects at once; and turning around multiple projects on a daily and weekly basis
Strong sense of proportion and scale in placing the subject on presentation page to highlight the strength of the proposed design
General knowledge of reproducing and detailing material's texture by hand and in Photoshop. Proficient at hand-sketching and experience working with a marker is a must
Strong communication skills with internal staff and field personnel required
Ability to keep up with a fast paced environment with attention to detail
Maintain organized documentation and update plans according to feedback and construction requirements
Manage several projects simultaneously and meet deadlines under pressure
Bachelors or Masters in Architecture from an accredited university
Advanced knowledge of architectural design software, such as Chief Architect, REVIT, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, 3DStudioMax, SketchUp, Adobe InDesign and/or Adobe Acrobat
Proficiency in Chief Architect is a significant advantage
Availability to work flexible hours to accommodate the fast-paced nature of the sales process
Keen eye for design and attention to detail
Preferred
NCARB or State of Illinois license a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
On-Site Fitness Center
Paid Vacation/Personal Time Off