What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Architect position at Hafer?
SEEKING: PROJECT ARCHITECT
Location: Owensboro, KY
Hafer is a cutting-edge design firm that delivers value to clients by designing what matters most. As a thriving, busy practice, we’re looking to add a Project Architect to the team in our studio in Owensboro, KY. We are looking for someone excited about the possibilities ahead as we grow. Join Hafer’s team of architects, engineers, planners, and interior designers who thrive on working together to create holistic designs for our workplace, education, community, and healthcare clients.
Hafer is certified as a Best Place to Work® by the Best Workplaces Institute and believes great companies are built from exceptional people and amazing clients. Hafer offers a laid back diverse, collaborative work culture, with a wide range of project sizes, scope, and types in locations across the Eastern half of the United States.
Hafer provides opportunities for growth and values talent development. Hafer views professional development programs as strategic investments in the firm’s and employee’s future.
The ideal individual we are seeking will be able to demonstrate the following:
- Accredited (NAAB) Bachelor and/or Master of Architecture degree
- 5 years of prior experience working in an architectural firm
- Strong knowledge and skill in conceptualization, schematic design, and design development with experience preparing construction documents (drawings and specifications)
- Able and willing to lead a project from start to finish
- Able to work as part of a team without direct daily supervision
- Strong communication, presentation, communication, and organizational skills
- Enjoys design research, excels at problem solving, and seeks to improve their skills
- Is self-motivated and has the ability to work on multiple design projects at one time
- Possesses a positive attitude
- Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED/WELL AP (desired, but not required)
- Proficient knowledge of Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite
- Interested in business development efforts within the western KY region
- Able to travel out of town from time to time
- Architectural license in Kentucky – or with the ability to obtain a license
- NCARB certified (preferred but not required)
- An understanding that your opportunities are as limitless as your imagination
We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our benefits include:
- Health insurance (employee benefit paid by Hafer)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance (employee benefit paid by Hafer)
- Cafeteria plan
- Wellness programs
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- 401k Plan and Profit Sharing
At Hafer, we look for people who are creative and enjoy solving problems, while having fun along the way. Individuals who have a positive attitude, passion for great design, and would love to contribute to the Hafer culture, please apply! Feel free to check us out online at www.haferdesign.com or on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/haferdesign.
Hafer is an equal opportunity employer and supports talent from diverse backgrounds that bring experiences, viewpoints and solutions that best serve our clients, community and enrich our work environment. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and active-duty wartime, campaign badge veterans or Armed Forces service medal veterans are encouraged to apply.
Qualified and interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and representative samples of your design work in PDF format (no larger than 10MB) to Debbie Linberg, HR Director
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
