Job description

DJG made Virginia's 13th Annual Best Places to Work List for the 6th time in 2023 and we need YOU to make us even better.

Hybrid office & remote work arrangements available for Licensed Architects!

Create your own schedule around our core office hours of 9am - 3:30pm!

Who we Are - A full-service, consulting Architectural and Engineering Design small business

What we Do - Consulting Engineering & Design Services (Vertical Buildings)

Our Clients - Higher Education, Military, Local & State Government, Multi-Family Residential, Private Development

Minimum Requirements for Project Level Architects

• Degree from an NAAB accredited Architecture program
• Active licensure from a state Board of Architecture with the ability to seek reciprocity for licensure within the Commonwealth of Virginia and State of North Carolina
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD
• Strong knowledge of Revit/BIM
• Strong understanding of review authorities and how to effectively respond to comments
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office
• United States Citizenship is required
• Reports Daily to Williamsburg, VA

Preference will be given to Candidates demonstrating:

• 6+ years of professional experience in Architecture design and consulting
• Project Management experience
• Proposal preparation (business development) experience

What You will Do - This is an experienced position involved in non-routine and complex assignments. The Project Architect works with the Project Manager(s) to develop design concepts which are incorporated into the final product by Staff Designers and Engineers. This Project Architect position includes overseeing specific jobs as Project Manager which requires a blend of leadership and technical design contributions.

The ability to work on several projects at once and to continuously reprioritize work is critical in this position.

DJG Professional Pathways

Associate (No Experience / Entry-Level, recent Graduate)

Staff (Some Experience, Typically 2-7 years)

Project (Mid-Level, typically 4-5+ years)

Project Manager (Mid Senior Level, typically 5-7+ years)

Senior (Senior-Level, typically 5-10+ years)

Typical Duties

• Producing sketches for complicated design tasks
• Preparing and delegating preliminary task lists
• Incorporating design concepts from schematic design into design development
• Coordinating design clearances
• Selecting details
• Documenting existing conditions
• Troubleshooting of existing installations and designs
• Editing construction specification sections
• Attending construction meetings and producing site observation reports (occasional local travel required)
• Producing final punch lists
• Researching non-routine code issues
• Preparing addendums and change orders
• Preparing opinions of probable cost for materials and systems and reviewing contractor cost estimates
• Value engineering
• Putting own work through the quality control review process
• Reviewing technical work of others
• Responding to comments from review authorities

Typical Duties as Project Manager

• Assist and support the Operations Manager in forecasting and planning; Review project backlogs for accuracy and time effectiveness
• Oversee all project documentation and deliverables.
• Accept responsibility for the thoroughness, completeness, and integrity of all products and services produced by the project team
• Lead the development of Fee Proposals, Project Approaches, Bid Documents, and other project negotiations that pertain to clients or projects you manage
• Select consultants necessary for projects you manage, negotiate fees, and place under contract
• Monitor scope creep and negotiate change orders
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for and conformance to the Firm’s Quality Control process
• As the ‘Face of the Firm,’ make Client contacts and build Enduring Relationships
• Seek and identify new work associated with existing projects and clients
• Draft Fee Proposals, Statements of Work, and other supporting Contract documents

What DJG will do for you:

• Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401K with matching)
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Collaborative environment with one-on-one mentoring
• Flexible work hours around core business hours of 9am – 3:30pm
• Hybrid Office / Remote work options for licensed professionals
• The opportunity to grow and shape the future of the Firm
• Train and develop you to confidently advise our Clients and work as a Group Leader if desired

This position is intended for our Williamsburg, VA office. However, candidates with a proven history of leadership and business development may be considered for our Raleigh, NC office.

Any salary or compensation information included in this job posting represents an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs, and other considerations permitted by law.

DJG, Inc. maintains a Drug Free Workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $82,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently a US Citizen? (Required)

Experience:

• Revit: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Architecture License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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