Architectural Designer

Job Title: Architectural Designer

Location: St. Petersburg, Florida or Clearwater, Florida

Reporting Schedule: In-office required 4 days a week, work-from-home Fridays

Annual Compensation: $70,000

About BNB Construction

A subsidiary of Rise Collectivea vertically integrated property group focused on real estate, design, hospitality, and wealth strategyBNB Construction specializes in building and renovating homes designed specifically for short-term rentals. Understanding the unique demands of the STR market, we focus on creating properties that not only attract guests but also enhance our clients investment potential. Our commitment to high-quality craftsmanship ensures that every detail is meticulously executed, resulting in stunning homes that stand out in a competitive market.

About the job

The Architectural Designer has a strong passion for architecture and design, with the ability to translate ideas into innovative, functional, and visually compelling spaces. You will work closely with architects, engineers, designers, construction managers, and clients to develop designs from concept through to construction documentation.

Primary responsibilities

• Creation of schematic design documents
• Integration of schematic designs into design development documents
• Creation of 3D modeling using Chief Architect
• Creation of full construction drawings
• Coordinating work with consulting engineers and trade partners
• Routine client-facing meetings
• Interacting with appropriate government permitting agencies
• Working within the team to ensure a smooth transition from pre-construction to construction
• Working cross-departmentally with interior designers, project managers, and other stakeholders
• Assisting in construction observation work at construction sites
• Other duties as assigned

Experience and background

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture preferred, will accept additional work experience in lieu of a degree
• 2+ years of architectural design experience
• 2+ years of AutoCAD experience. Chief Architect experience is preferred
• 1+ years of experience working in a professional office
• Experience working in Google Workspace or similar software

Skills and Traits

• Thorough and efficient knowledge of residential construction
• Resourceful and able to work independently with initiative and good judgment.
• Able to identify problems, research alternatives, provide solutions and/or resolve issues promptly.
• Excellent time management skills
• You are a self-starter who can independently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• You take accountability for the things you say youll do, under-promise and over-deliver.
• Possesses a team-first mentality with an upbeat and optimistic attitude.
• Ability to work from the St. Petersburg or Clearwater office.

Physical requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours and/or extended hours as needed to accommodate client and project needs, as well as team members and projects in multiple time zones.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically without restrictions up to 15% of the year.
• Ability to stand, flex, crouch, and lift up to 25 lbs on occasion

What We Offer:

• Employee benefits - Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
• Child/Spouse benefits - Voluntary Child Voluntary AD&D, Child Voluntary Life, Spouse Voluntary AD&D, Spouse Voluntary Life also offered
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Flexible paid leave for vacation, personal days, and sick time to support work-life balance

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture preferred, will accept additional work experience in lieu of a degree
• 2+ years of architectural design experience
• 2+ years of AutoCAD experience. Chief Architect experience is preferred
• 1+ years of experience working in a professional office
• Experience working in Google Workspace or similar software
• Reporting Schedule: In-office required 4 days a week, work-from-home Fridays