CDM Smith

Architectural Designer

CDM Smith$71K — $118K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
  • 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally as required.
  • Preferred Master's degree in Architecture.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, program, and formulate building designs.
  • Coordinate building design and construction documents with engineering staff.
  • Mentor junior architectural staff on multi-discipline projects.
  • Research and select construction materials and methodologies.
  • Ensure compliance with planning, zoning, and building codes.
  • Collect project background data and conduct field observations.
  • Review technical submittals for construction projects.

Benefits

  • Flexible work options to balance personal and professional needs.
  • Opportunities to work on diverse projects across multiple sectors.
  • Access to mentorship for professional growth and development.
Full Job Description
Job Description

CDM Smith is a multi-discipline engineering and architectural firm. Our firm is responsible for large-scale water and wastewater plant design, transit facilities, industrial facilities, office space design, federal facilities, facility planning and condition assessment work. As an Architectural Designer at CDM Smith you will have the opportunity to be a part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team of technical experts working on challenging projects in Environment, Industry, Commercial, Transportation, Federal and Water business portfolios. We are looking for candidates with demonstrated experience in transit facilities.

We offer flexible work options that allow our employees to meet their needs outside of work.

The Architectural Designer will have the following responsibilities:
  • Plan, program, and formulate building design and prepare design presentation and construction contract documents.
  • Coordination of building design and construction contract documents with architectural and multi-discipline engineering staff.
  • Mentor and guide junior architectural staff on multi-discipline projects.
  • Research and participate in the selection of construction materials, technologies and methodologies for detailing and specifications.
  • Compliance with applicable planning, zoning, and building codes and regulations, including coordination with agencies having jurisdiction.
  • Collect background project information and documentation including "as-built" data, including field observation as necessary.
  • Review technical submittals for projects under construction.


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Skills & Abilities

  • Solid knowledge of technologies and methodologies in the use of construction materials.
  • Solid knowledge of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD), preferably AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Familiarity with modeling and rendering software programs.
  • Solid knowledge of basic business office software (Word, Excel, etc.).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
  • 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.
  • Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Architecture.
  • Experience in multiple project delivery types including design-build, design-bid-build, construction manager-at-risk, etc.
  • LEED Green Associate or LEED AP Credential.

Amount of Travel Required

10% or less
Pay Range Min

USD $71,781.00
Pay Range Max

USD $118,477.00
Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate's salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.
Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Visa Sponsorship Available

No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

About CDM Smith

CDM Smith is an engineering and construction company that provides a wide range of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. CDM Smith offers services in areas such as water resources, transportation, environmental engineering, and more. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. CDM Smith has offices throughout the United States and around the world.
Learn more about CDM Smith
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1986

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