Role description:Arcadis is looking for an Architectural Designer to join our Retail Practice Group in Seattle. A flexible, team oriented individual with strong time management skills, a willingness to learn and have experience in all phases of design from early concepts through construction documents. Anticipates job expectations and contributes to the project and design solution as a matter of course. Seeks guidance when appropriate, proceeds independently when suitable, and regularly exercises discretion and judgment. Growing exploration of market sectors with the expectation of focus on a specific market or area of specialization. Demonstrates an understanding of the firm's culture
Role accountabilities: - Primary role is to advance the project. Exhibits knowledge of the fundamentals of the profession through all phases of the project. Serves as project liaison, communicating with clients, consultants and team members.
- Duties may include, but are not limited to, coordination of work across multiple disciplines during multiple projects or project phases to achieve highest level of project quality. Work demonstrates a thorough understanding of the project scope and the clients' project needs. Will be expected to generate design solutions but also work from the design of others.
- Duties may include CAD modelling and drafting, developing sketches, conducting research and data collection, preparing presentations and reports, and general preparation and production of design and construction documents. Will script and prepare presentations, develop CAD models, drawings and material as required for project demands.
- Works closely with staff at all levels, maintaining effective communication with team members and providing technical guidance to junior staff when needed.
- May analyze, evaluate and manage smaller size projects and other staff members' tasks with limited assistance. Increasing exercise of judgment is required on details of assignment, in making preliminary decisions and adapting of alternatives. Experiences multiple project types and frequently works on multiple projects. Coordinates with project consultants, performs code review and analysis, performs calculations and basic analytical tasks. Possesses a strong knowledge of design process, building systems and construction detailing as applicable.
- Attends and participates in client meetings as needed and identifies own action points as a result of client feedback. Is responsible for developing and maintaining positive client relationships. Demonstrates a good understanding of the client and the client motivations from a market and operational perspective. Successfully utilizes resources to address project requirements and shares this knowledge with others.
- Performs work in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the firm's cultural norms, including a commitment to quality, innovation, learning and growth. Contributes to a collaborative environment and an open communication process that shares information and best practices.
- Recognizes the financial aspect of a project and basic accounting principles involved in ensuring the project's and firm's profitability. Responsible for maintaining established billable work ratio.
- Assists in pursuit of new job opportunities either through relationship development or identifying additional work from existing clients. Understands the importance of growing and maintaining client relationships and the fundamental concepts of business development. Raises studio awareness of industry trends and benchmark projects.
Qualifications & Experience: - Minimum of bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent certification. Actively working toward relevant Green Building certification. Actively working toward professional registration, certification or equivalency.
- 4+ years of related experience in preferred sector. Strong graphic and presentation skills. Experience working on range of project type and scale. May have the ability to hand sketch.
- Proficiency in computer applications, visualization and communication tools commonly used within own applicable discipline such as Revit and AutoCAD, 3D tools, Creative Suite. Knowledge of additional software, such as Grasshopper, Rhino, Bluebeam Revu or 3D VR tools.
- Expect to receive general supervision and guidance on major project assignments. May supervise or coordinate the work of others at or below own level who assist in specific project assignments. Effective problem solving, interpersonal skills and ability to interface with employees, interacts well with other disciplines and clients in a manner that builds productive relationships.
- Effective collaborative problem solving and interpersonal skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interface with other employees at all levels, other disciplines and clients in a manner that builds productive relationships.
Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $76,000 - $115,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.
