Job description

The Assistant Architect will assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of project types including corporate, healthcare, data centers, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Assistant Architect will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting architectural plans according to budget constraints, environmental factors or client needs. • Assists in the architectural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion. • Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of building types. • Assists in designing interiors based on client vision and architectural needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers. • Applies basic knowledge of commonly used architectural concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the architecture industry. • Assists with research and complies project related data as required. • Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior architects to ensure corrections are made within multiple software platforms. • Assists with client presentations, renderings and marketing collateral. • Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients. • Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred. • Involvement on campus or in the community preferred. • Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located. • Performs other duties as assigned. • Complies with all policies and standards. • Bachelor Degree in Architecture or a related field from a recognized, accredited program required. • NAAB accreditation strongly preferred. • Prior internship and/or related experience preferred. • Portfolio demonstrating design and graphic presentation skills is preferred. • Basic knowledge of standard architectural concepts. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work collaboratively in problem-solving environment and demonstrate critical thinking skills. • Basic software and computer skills required, including BIM (Revit), Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D rendering software. • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, and organization. • Demonstrated leadership skills. • Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located. Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing. We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898. At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless. Are you ready to create amazing? Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

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Assists in the architectural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of building types.
Assists in designing interiors based on client vision and architectural needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
Applies basic knowledge of commonly used architectural concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the architecture industry.
Assists with research and complies project related data as required.
Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior architects to ensure corrections are made within multiple software platforms.
Assists with client presentations, renderings and marketing collateral.
Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Bachelor Degree in Architecture or a related field from a recognized, accredited program required.
Basic knowledge of standard architectural concepts.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in problem-solving environment and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
Basic software and computer skills required, including BIM (Revit), Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D rendering software.
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, and organization.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

Nice-to-haves

Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
NAAB accreditation strongly preferred.
Prior internship and/or related experience preferred.
Portfolio demonstrating design and graphic presentation skills is preferred.

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