DLR Group

Architect

DLR Group$69K — $119K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Architecture required (Graduate degree needed only if mandated by local licensure)
  • At least six years of professional experience in architecture
  • Professional licensure required; LEED AP and other certifications preferred
  • Proficient in Revit, Bluebeam, and standard architectural software
  • Competent in technical design with problem-solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities with multitasking capabilities
  • Demonstrates initiative and a commitment to continuous learning

Responsibilities

  • Develop creative and technically sound design solutions
  • Coordinate project drawings and documentation with the team
  • Lead collaboration within project teams for innovative design ideas
  • Apply advanced architectural concepts to complex assignments
  • Integrate QA/QC procedures into project deliverables
  • Ensure adherence to BIM standards and coordination with management
  • Provide technical guidance to less experienced staff
  • Meet project deadlines and manage time effectively
  • Participate in client presentations and contribute to project success

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability and wellness programs
  • Flexible spending account options
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions
  • Employee stock ownership
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Four-day work model with flexible Fridays
Full Job Description
We have an opening for an Architect. This role can be based in the following cities:
  • Minneapolis

About Hospitality at DLR Group:

DLR Group's Hospitality sector uses a collaborative approach to understand a local community and then curate a project vision that aligns client goals and the brand personality of a hotel within that local environment. It's storytelling through design to deliver a unique experience for every client and their guests. Our portfolio includes many well-known projects where we created both architecture and the interior design, making a lasting impression on the luxury lifestyle market. From New York to Los Angeles (and everywhere in between!) DLR Group responds with solutions that are at the leading edge of the hospitality industry with designs that evoke emotion and elevate the guest experience through design.

Position Summary:

As a key contributor to our design team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day design and technical development of projects. You will coordinate all aspects of project documentation and delivery, working closely with our integrated design team to produce high-quality work while ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets, and work plans.

As part of our integrated design team, you create buildings that elevate the human experience through design. You will partner directly with the Project Manager to ensure the financial health of the project, the quality of project documents, claim prevention, team collaboration and communication. Additionally, you will lead the cross-functional design disciplines in developing technical solutions.

If you are a collaborative thought leader with a strategic mindset this might be the position for you. DLR Group is 100% employee owned and as such you'll enjoy the opportunity to have ownership in the Firm. We rely on all our employee-owners to apply their financial acumen to grow the Firm profitably.

What you will do:
  • Develop creative and technically sound solutions to design challenges, ensuring high standards of design excellence
  • Coordinate project drawings, specifications, and documentation with the project team, ensuring alignment with design intent and budget
  • Lead collaboration within project teams, generating innovative design ideas and solutions
  • Apply advanced architectural concepts to projects, including complex assignments requiring new or improved techniques
  • Integrate QA/QC procedures and practice standards into project deliverables, resolving any issues
  • Ensure BIM standards are applied and coordinate with the Project Manager and BIM Manager
  • Provide technical guidance to less experienced staff, fostering a collaborative learning environment
  • Meet project deliverable deadlines and manage time effectively to maintain project schedules and work plans
  • Participate in client presentations and contribute to successful project outcomes

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (Graduate degree not required unless mandated by local licensure regulations)
  • Minimum of six years of professional experience in architecture
  • Professional licensure required; LEED AP and other certifications preferred but not required
  • Proficient in Revit, Bluebeam, and standard architectural software
  • Competent in technical design, with the ability to investigate, evaluate, and recommend solutions that meet client needs
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to multitask and maintain quality standards
  • Demonstrates initiative, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous learning

*TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT CURRENT PORTFOLIO/WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT*

Our comprehensive Benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities. Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills. The suggested pay range for this position is:

Pay Range

$69,800-$119,020 USD

DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays.

About DLR Group

DLR Group is a leading architecture and engineering firm that was founded in 1966. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska and has offices throughout the United States and abroad. DLR Group provides a wide range of services including architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design. The company is committed to sustainability and has a strong reputation for designing high-performance buildings that are energy-efficient and environmentally responsible. DLR Group is also involved in the community and supports various local organizations and events.
Learn more about DLR Group
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1,200 employees
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