Design Technician

Job Summary:       Design Technician

The position is located at NK Architects New Jersey Office, 95 Washington Street, NJ, 07960.  This is currently a hybrid position with the opportunity to work both in office as well as remotely and could be subject to change.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Architectural team. This is a unique opportunity for someone who is looking to grow their talents and increase exposure in the field of Architecture with specific focus in institutional project work, primarily healthcare and/or education. The candidate should possess a professional degree in architecture but need not be licensed. The candidate will be a strong team player with a keen desire to join our integrated team of design professionals. The select candidate will collaborate closely with Project Managers in both NJ and NYC offices while working on projects that span all geographies (NY, NJ & PA).

Healthcare predominates in our marketplace, and our clients mandate that NK staff who conduct business with and site visits to healthcare providers be vaccinated. As such, it is preferred that candidates for this position be fully vaccinated individuals. Proof of vaccination is a requirement for prospective hires.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Openness to learn about all conventional aspects of architecture while working closely with project managers and architectural staff
• Independently perform assignments for moderate-scale projects
• Apply conceptual design and production to projects that focus mainly on healthcare and educational facilities
• Work on a range of project types from new buildings to renovations and alterations
• Interface and coordinate with project team and possibly consultants
• Conscious of meeting deadlines while working on multiple projects
• Eager to learn and apply acquired knowledge
• Manage electronic filing and organize project files utilizing established office platforms and standards
• Execute all work in a professional manner

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Comfortable in a fast-paced and energetic environment
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit a plus
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suites a plus
• Familiarity with Newform a Plus
• Must be versed in Microsoft office, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Excellent organizational skills, time management skills and attention to detail
• Collaborative work ethic
• Strong communication skills

Education and Experience:

• BArch or equivalent degree from an accredited U.S. Architecture School

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.