Architectural Project Designer

Overview:

Since 1999, Core States Group has collaborated with clients to create a world where all environments improve everyday life. With 24 offices in the United States and Canada, the company designs, builds, and manages projects and programs across North America and has been recognized on top lists throughout the architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. Headquartered in West Chester, PA, Core States Group offers integrated solutions with seamless continuity, and many of the world's most notable brands count on Core States Group to deliver compelling design and drive speed to market. The company is industry-recognized for expertise across several markets, including convenience, corporate, distributed generation, financial, grocery, housing, industrial, restaurants, retail, semiconductor, and ZEV infrastructure. For more information, visit www.core-states.com.

Summary of Position:

As a Architectural Project Designer, supporting our Architecture and Engineering business unit, you will be responsible for designing and drafting architectural projects under the guidance of Project Architects/Project Managers. As part of a multi-disciplined firm, you will be coordinating with MEP, Site/Civil, and Structural Engineers, as well as Construction Project Managers. You will be responsible for the production of architectural construction documents while adhering to client requirements, code requirements and site adjustments.

Who you are:

You demonstrate strong communication and enjoy fostering strong relationships. You proactively seek opportunities to improve processes which offer better ideas, thus supporting innovation. You align with business objectives. You want to be part of a strong culture that is built upon respect and teamwork. You are professional, accountable and commit to learning. You align with our Core Values of: Integrity, Service, Excellence, Innovation, Inclusion.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct site feasibility research and site visit investigations. Generate reports and recommendations based on findings.
• Coordinate with sub-consultants.
• Assist in maintaining task budgets.
• Coordinate and assist with addendums, RFIs, and change orders.
• Assist in coordinating the work of a multi-disciplined team throughout the design development and contract document phases of a project.
• Assist managers with the project approval process.
• Organize and maintain project files.
• Maintain documentation for billable hours.
• Demonstrate an understanding of basis of design as well as codes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture required
• 4+ years of architecture production, preferably with retail projects
• Must have experience with Revit
• Additional experience in AutoCAD, MS Office, Photoshop, Adobe and SketchUp a plus

Team:

You will work with a team of Designers, Architects and Engineers to support our retail clients. You will report to a Project Manager.

Work Location:

This is a hybrid role that can sit out of one of the following offices: Bentonville, AR; Charlotte, NC; Farmers Branch, TX; Minneapolis, MN; or Tampa, FL.

Benefits:

• COMPENSATION - Competitive wages and bonus programs
• RETIREMENT - We offer a great 401(k) match to help you invest in your future and grow your retirement savings with confidence.
• HEALTHCARE - Excellent health benefits, life insurance options, and supplemental benefit options, giving you the flexibility to choose the coverage that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
• VACATION - Generous PTO time to help you recharge, relax, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• PERKS - Team wellness challenges, Costco membership reimbursement, half-day Fridays during summer months + much more!
• WORK-LIFE BALANCE - A flexible work environment that supports a healthy work-life balance, whether you're in the office, working remotely, or somewhere in between.
• PAID PARENTAL LEAVE - Four weeks of fully paid parental leave to give you time to bond with your new addition and support your growing family.
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT - Advance your education with support! We offer tuition reimbursement to support your learning journey.

Note: Please do not be concerned if you do not meet every requirement. At Core States we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

This position will remain open until it is filled.