What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Staff 1 position at Pfluger Architects?
Description
The Technical Staff I is responsible for supporting project teams with design development and construction documentation. This individual actively collaborates with project teams to integrate the project story and guiding principles into the design process. This is an entry-level position designed for recent graduates or individuals with limited experience, offering opportunities to develop skills and contribute to architectural projects under the mentorship of more senior architects.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Embody Pfluger’s core values. Consistently demonstrate the principles of Do What’s Right , Build Synergy , Make a Difference , and Never Settle in all professional activities.
- Engage with the project team to understand a project’s story, guiding principles, and design intent. Collaborate within project teams to assist in developing a coherent design concept and narrative.
- Assist in the development of drawings and renderings in the schematic design, design development, and construction documentation phases under the guidance of more senior architects.
- Produce architectural drawings using Revit and other software tools.
- Work collaboratively with all architectural disciplines to deliver high-quality project documents.
- Adhere to Pfluger’s standards for drawing documentation and quality with guidance.
- Conduct basic research on building codes, zoning laws, site requirements, and materials as directed.
- Attend project meetings and provide administrative support as needed.
- Assist project team in processes associated with requests for information (RFIs) and architect’s supplemental instructions (ASIs) under supervision.
- Support the selection and documentation of materials for project specifications.
- Assist in construction administration tasks, including site visits and field reports with guidance on an as needed basis.
- Actively participate in Pfluger’s Professional Advancement & Study Support (PASS) program and complete AXP hours in pursuit of licensure as a condition for ongoing employment, salary increases, and career advancement.
- Foster a culture of collaboration and professional development.
Experience & Qualifications
Location
The Technical Staff must be prepared to commute daily to Pfluger’s local office and as required to Pfluger’s other offices.
Since 1972, Pfluger Architects has designed spaces that reflect the vision and aspirations of the people who will use them. With more than 130 employees across five Texas offices, we focus on creating environments for K-12 and higher education that foster connection, creativity, and growth.
Our work is guided by a culture of learning, where every project is an opportunity to ask questions, challenge ideas, and try new approaches. We are driven by curiosity and imagination, always seeking innovative solutions that push boundaries and create lasting impact. And, at the heart of our process is a culture of design, where intentionality and creativity come together to ensure every project is meaningful and successful.
These values shape everything we do, helping us create spaces that inspire people to create a more meaningful human experience.