Architecural Designer

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Job Summary:

In this role, you will plan architectural layouts, prepare detailed design and layout drawings for small structures. You will use 2-D/3-D computer-aided design (CAD) to help prepare architectural designs and construction drawings. You will help prepare job hour forecasts, quantity take-offs, and change orders for architectural work. You will review deliverables prepared by others to help ensure that they comply with Owner's requirements. 

"This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy for full-time employees, and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership”

Major Responsibilities:

• Plans architectural layouts, prepares detailed architectural design and layout drawings for small structures and portions of major buildings​ 
• Assists in preparation of specifications and related documents​ 
• Prepares building material interface details for review by senior personnel​ 
• Participates in reviews and recommends approval of design drawings and data for compliance with requirements​ 
• Develops construction drawings using 2-D / 3-D computer aided design (CAD) and Revit 
• Coordinates work and collaborates with other engineering disciplines​ 
• Prepares procurement and subcontract requisition documents and assists with technical bid evaluations
• Participates in studies that require knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed in architectural work​ 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a bachelor's degree in architecture (or international equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Check for clashes between architectural elements and structural, mechanical or other building systems.
• Develop custom Revit Families.
• Assist in the development of a reference library of both 2D and 3D Revit families
• Develop filters for data exchange between different modeling platforms (Revit, MicroStation/Bentley, ArchiCAD, AutoCAD)
• Assist other team members in learning modeling standards.
• Revit experience in architectural production drawings and development of families and templates
• Basic knowledge of construction and components.
• The applicant will need to have strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal, written and decision-making skills within the tasks assigned.
• Bachelor of Architecture required.
• Desire to become a licensed architect preferred.
• Knowledge of Dynamo for Revit a plus.
• Knowledge of AI Agent development and application a plus.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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