What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architectural Designer position at Wolcott Architecture?
Wolcott Architecture is one of the leading boutique architecture and interior firms in Los Angeles. We are driven by innovation and focus on designing impactful environments. Our portfolio includes residential, commercial, corporate, creative, entertainment, retail, and technology clients.
We are currently seeking experienced residential Technical Architectural Designers who will be involved in routine and complex residential assignments and will participate in all phases of the design process from conceptual design to construction administration. The Architectural Designer works with a Project Manager and is responsible for actively participating and contributing to developing design concepts, which are incorporated into the final product. The Architectural Designer, in the role of project leader, may begin to handle some project management tasks and manage whole jobs independently.
Wolcott offers a fun, fast paced, creative work environment nestled in our custom office space in the Los Feliz / East Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles. This is a full-time, in-office position with excellent benefits and 401(k) plan.
Experience Required : A minimum of 5-8 years’ previous design experience in residential architectural / interiors field. Expert Revit, CAD, Sketchup, 3D modeling (Rhino, VRay), Adobe Creative Cloud user. Well-rounded, “no job too big or small” attitude. Ability to work independently and in groups, multi-task and follow up on deliverables.
Primary Responsibilities :
- Working knowledge of fundamental aspects of architectural and / or interior planning and design.
- Working knowledge space programming.
- Working knowledge of furnishings, architectural materials and construction costs.
- Working knowledge of local codes (including ADA, IBC, Title 24, and CBC codes).
- Capable of developing and presenting basic design concepts for architectural treatments, detailing, lighting, materials, and furnishings with minimal supervision and oversight.
- Capable of basic black-line hand sketching sufficient to communicate design concepts and intent.
- Capable of preparing CAD or Revit architectural working drawings with minimal supervision and oversight.
- Experience coordinating trades / consultants and coordinating construction in the field.
- Review shop drawings and submittals.
- Capable of assisting in preparation of presentation materials including computer-generated, hand-drawn and photographic images and creation of material boards. Knowledgeable of capabilities and materials of printing, graphic, and reprographic service providers.
- Capable of leading field surveys and documentation of as-built conditions.
- Responsible for review and coordination of a complete construction document set prior to final review by the Project Manager.
- Understanding and execution of project schedule, design fees, project budgets, reimbursable costs, etc.
- Interact with clients at any and all phases of the project.
- Work with staff, either individually or in-groups, to provide a positive atmosphere for learning and professional growth.
