Denise Hall Montgomery ArchitectureDenise Hall Montgomery Architecture seeks an individual with 3-5 years of professional experience in AutoCAD, Sketchup and Archicad for residential Type V construction. Our firm provides a friendly and collaborative work culture with a flexible schedule and a team that experiences the design process from conception through construction.
About You
You are passionate about architecture and crafting homes that are contextual and beautiful. You have a wide range of interests and are curious and inquisitive. You thrive in a role that allows you to explore, learn, and focus on a range of tasks and projects while working with a creative team. Prior experience working in residential architecture is complemented by your interest in delivering great client experiences and crafting projects that have impeccable details, and designs that uniquely adapt to each client’s lifestyle. You have a strong design sensibility and thrive when collaborating with others to turn visions into reality.
You are passionate about architecture, you are a self-starter, and motivated to do the best job possible for any task no matter how big or small. Learning new skills, figuring out challenging problems, and creative problem-solving gets you excited every day as you develop projects from schematic design through construction documents. You are excited to see your ideas translate from drawing to reality, and you thrive working on projects from concept design, design development, construction details, permitting, and during construction.
You are confident when sharing your design ideas with our internal team, or presenting to a group of clients and consultants. And you are dedicated to producing excellent work as part of a diverse team while meeting schedule and budget constraints.
But most of all, you like to have fun, engage with your colleagues and contribute to a positive office culture.
About Us
At Denise Hall Montgomery Architecture, we are looking to grow our team with a full-time Production Designer who shares our values:
- Professional
- Personable
- Collaborative
- Creative
- Productive
- Responsive
Denise Hall Montgomery Architecture seeks an individual with 3-5 years of professional experience in AutoCAD, Sketchup and Archicad, for residential Type V construction. Our firm provides a friendly and collaborative work culture with a flexible schedule and a team that experiences the design process from conception through construction.
About the Position
This role will report to and work independently and collaboratively with the design lead and project manager. The Production Designer is responsible for traveling to local building sites and agencies, participating in project reviews with the project teams, and creating conceptual designs and construction documents.
In the first three months, you will:
- Develop familiarity with the firm’s design standards, software package, systems and processes
- Prepare drawings to submit for permit
- Apply knowledge and expertise acquired through progressive experience to resolve crucial issues and/or unique conditions
- Assist Architects with Materials & Finish Selection
- Provide site measurements and create as-built drawings
- Travel to local building sites and agencies
- Collaborate with the design team to set the design direction of residential projects
Over time you will:
- Develop your skill set for detailing projects
- Gain experience in project management
- Further your knowledge and understanding of construction administration
Qualifications and Qualities:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture
- Demonstrates a fundamental knowledge of design, the construction process, and building systems, including residential design and Type V construction knowledge
- Demonstrate a general knowledge of the building codes including CBC and regional zoning codes
- Able to work independently and collaboratively with a team
- Maintains proficiency with relevant software
- Responds to directions and confident in voicing concerns and questions
- Takes initiative and pull together necessary resources to accomplish work assignments
- Demonstrates judgment and provide effective feedback
- Rationalizes design solutions to colleagues
- Adapts to changes in priorities and shift between multiple projects of varying size and complexity
- Demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal skills
- Evaluates and prioritizes tasks
- Meets project goals on time and on budget
- Follows up in a timely manner with team leaders, clients, and consultants
- Takes initiative without waiting for direction.
- Enjoys learning and creative problem solving.
In addition, candidates should have well-developed interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication and the ability to work effectively in teams and independently. Candidates should be self-motivated and look forward to participating in a collaborative and dynamic work environment with culture of excellence.
About Denise Hall Montgomery Architecture:
We’re an award-winning team of problem solvers who enjoy thinking outside the box, whether it’s looking at alternative design solutions or working strategically with an agency to gain approval. We specialize in residential projects, including remodels, additions, and new construction. Our firm is deeply experienced and sized to be flexible enough to adapt to ever-changing situations.
To learn more about us, visit our website https://www.dhmarchitecture.com
Location
In-Office or hybrid work
Berkeley, California
Hours
Full time
Monday – Friday
Benefits
- SIMPLE IRA with employer match
- Medical insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability benefits
- Paid holidays, vacation and sick days
- Huge advocates of personal and educational growth: stipend if in the process of licensure
- Reimbursement for relevant Continuing education, certifications, and/or tests.
Please send resume and portfolio to info@dhmarchitecture.com. PDF’s and/or links to online portfolios only. No calls or office visits please. Note, professional references will be required to move forward in the post-interview application process.
