What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architectural Design Professional I position at 80-20 Design Partners?
About Us
80-20 Design Partners is an architecture and interior design firm dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and exceptional design quality. We prioritize collaboration, professional growth, and design excellence. Our work spans diverse industries, providing team members with exposure to a wide range of projects and career-building experiences.
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Architectural Design Professional I to join our Philadelphia office. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow your career, refine your technical skills, and work alongside industry experts in a collaborative environment.
Why Join Us?
At 80-20 Design Partners, we invest in your long-term success by providing:
- Mentorship and Career Development – Gain hands-on experience while working toward professional registration.
- Exposure to Diverse Projects – Work across multiple client types, expanding your design portfolio and industry knowledge.
- Technical & Design Growth – Learn from experienced architects and develop expertise in building codes, sustainability, and construction techniques.
- Opportunities for Leadership – Take on increasing responsibility with guidance from senior staff, positioning yourself for advancement.
What You’ll Do
- Assist the Project Architect in creating buildings which serve the client’s needs and responds to their desired image, program, and aesthetic.
- Schematic Design and Design Development
- Assist the Project Architect in communicating and articulating the design concepts to the client.
- Assist the project team with graphic and technical support on projects.
- Develop 3D renderings for in-house review and client meetings.
- Attend design presentations to the client as much as possible.
- Attend the projects’ design review presentation.
- Construction Documents
- Attend in-house project coordination meetings.
- Work with senior technical staff to develop construction documents, including BIM model manager for preparation of construction documents in AutoCAD and Revit.
- Working with the Project Architect, prepare details that articulate or reinforce the project & design.
- Work with the Engineering consultants and Interiors to ensure a consistent development of the project towards the design concepts established in earlier phases.
- Construction Administration
- Assist the design team through CA by providing support on an as needed basis for the CA team.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.
Requirements
- Please submit a rasterized PDF of your portfolio to be considered.
- Bachelor of Architecture, Masters is preferred.
- Architectural Experience Program (AXP); eligibility for or in process of attaining professional registration.
- 0 to 3 years of architectural internships or entry level experience
- Proficiency with Rhino, Grasshopper, Sketch-up, AutoCAD, Revit, etc.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite
- Superior graphic design and building design and conceptualization skills.
- Experience hand drawing and sketching.
Benefits of Working at 80-20 Design Partners
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Financial support for study materials and passed exams for NCARB/ARE certification.
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid parental leave.
- Excellent insurance offerings including medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity protection, and more.
Your Future with Us
This position is designed to be a launchpad for your career—offering structured growth, ongoing learning opportunities, and a clear path toward leadership roles. You’ll gain real-world experience, mentorship, and the chance to contribute to projects that shape the built environment.
Are you ready to take the next step in your architectural career? Join 80-20 Design Partners and build your future with us.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000