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Senior Job Captain
RDC | Reston, VA

Salary: $72,000-$90,000

RDC is an award-winning architectural firm with a diverse portfolio of work. We are currently seeking a Senior Job Captain to work in our office in Reston, Virginia, one of the most active communities in the DMV area. The ideal candidate will have experience working on retail and commercial projects. The position requires digital graphics experience, good communication skills, and an ability to thrive in a team environment.

Position Summary:
The Senior Job Captain is competent in all conventional aspects of architectural practice with an emphasis on the technical implementation of the project design. Performs work requiring independent judgment and critical thinking. Adapts standards and criteria to project requirements and possess a diverse working knowledge of related disciplines. The Senior Job Captain is responsible for coordination of the Contract Documents and provides support and guidance to other technical staff as needed to successfully deliver contracted work.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture from an accredited program preferred.
• 8 or more years of experience in architectural practice with focus on construction and roll out documentation preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of architectural detailing and current construction standards.
• Advanced understanding of architectural design and related fields.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD, REVIT and other business software and their application to contract documents.
• Extensive knowledge of codes, consultant’s coordination (civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural), and ability to successfully complete the permitting process with minimal aid and supervision.
• Extensive knowledge of construction contract administration processes.
• Has the ability to lead communication efforts with client and development team.
• Instructions on how to apply (include links, email, etc.)

Apply at https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=7b04d6a8-4ea4-42d4-9e5e-abb8f24d71c9&ccId=125197548_3003&jobId=35375&lang=en_US

Junior Architect
Two Street Studio | Richmond and Charlottesville, VA

Two Street Studio is a young, energetic, award-winning firm with lots of growth potential. We are looking for team members who embrace challenging tasks with steep learning curves, possess a curiosity and passion for learning, possess experience with Revit, and thrive in a collaborative environment.

We are looking for an entry-to-junior-level designer with 1-4 years of experience to work primarily on single and multi-family residential projects. The position includes experience in all aspects of residential design and construction management including conceptual design, design presentations, production of construction documents, client meetings, and site visits. Expect to gain a deep understanding of residential design and construction methods on projects of varying sizes and styles.

A successful applicant will demonstrate the following:

• B.Arch or M.Arch degree from an accredited architecture program
• 1-4 years of experience
• A strong interest in single-family residential design
• Experience in Revit
• Proficiency with real-time rendering software, preferably Enscape3D
• Experience producing construction drawings and presentation materials is a plus
• Ability to stay organized and on track across multiple projects

Seeking applicants for our Charlottesville and Richmond offices – please indicate your preference. Competitive salary plus benefits.

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, resume and work samples to jobs@twostreet.c

Architect
VIA design architects, PC | Norfolk, VA

At VIA, we value creativity and innovation to bring the best idea forward. We value art and human interaction as the foundation of design. We are seeking an Architect to take charge of conceptual designs for projects, initiating ideas from concept then leading a team of designers and consultants to engineer the solutions. Your work will have a lasting impact, establishing the design direction to result in quality spaces and places for our clients.

As an Architect at VIA, you are challenged daily to lead a team of designers and guide decisions that result in beautiful spaces while meeting the goals of our clients. You are responsible for generating conceptual designs for projects of various scales and sizes, leading the vision for technical design, implementing sustainable design strategies, and executing construction documents that bring the project to life. As an Architect, you are expected to build and maintain relationships with the design team and clients to achieve consistent, successful results.

Skills and Role Requirements

• Professional degree and active licensure as an Architect
• Proven experience leading a team through design and construction to project completion
• Strong design and technical skills
• The ability to communicate design intent effectively through sketching and digital production
• A collaborative mindset and flexibility to work in a multidisciplinary design environment
• Fluency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience collaborating with Lumion, Enscape, and Sketchup
• Knowledge of sustainability, integrated design, and LEED guidelines.
• Clear presentation, graphic, written, and verbal communication skills

VIA offers employees a competitive salary, 401k with matching, and benefits such as 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees, paid parking/public transit, paid time off, choose your own holidays/religious/cultural celebration days, time off for your birthday, and other non-traditional perks!

Please email Blair Valdivieso (bval@viadesignarchitects.com) with a Resume, Cover Letter, and Portfolio.

VIA design architects, PC | Norfolk, VA

A Project Leader is a leadership position in the firm in which a person helps define and carry out project vision with Directors and Partners. Project Leaders move a project forward, lead an internal team, coordinate with consultants, and work through all items agreed upon in the contract. They establish relationships with the client and other stakeholders and consultants, together with Directors and Partners, with increasing responsibility as projects progress. Project Leaders develop and mentor those who are a part of their project team(s). They may work on multiple projects at VIA and are involved with employee recruitment and project acquisition efforts.
Beyond what is listed below, we look for candidates with experience in the following areas: Strategy, Programming, Urban Design, and Master Planning. Experience in all these areas is not a requirement, but experience in more than one is preferred.

The Project Leader is exposed to various work methods which are focused on the following core actions:

• Thinking: content generation of design through various mediums
• Doing: production of drawings, presentations, and general design production tasks
• Interacting: participation and leadership in meetings, project discussions, employee development and studio life

About your experience:

• Professional degree in architecture
• At least 7-10 years of professional design experience, with at least 2 years of project and team
  management
• Proficiency with Autodesk Revit, Adobe CS, MS Office Suite, Teams, Bluebeam
• Successful experience in a leadership role on large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects
• Exceptional design sensibility, talent and rigor
• Experience through all phases of design (concept design through construction administration)
• Experience working with a range of consultants and large project teams, including environmental,
  landscape, civil, mechanical, electrical, and structural engineers.

Please email Blair Valdivieso (bval@viadesignarchitects.com) with your Resume, Cover Letter, and Portfolio