Forge Craft Architecture X Design
https://www.forgexcraft.com
ABOUT FORGE CRAFT ARCHITECTURE X DESIGN:
Forge Craft Architecture X Design is an award-winning Austin-based firm driven by a passion for envisioning solutions that engender meaningful, tangible experiences that make life better for people.
Over the last decade, our boundary-breaking portfolio has spanned demographics, geographies and project types. Our projects are conceived and developed through our Craft Studios which allow us to focus project-specific resources and leading-edge innovation toward special areas of concentration.
Our Craft Studios are deeply immersed in affordable housing and market-rate attainable housing, custom Healthy Homes, hospitality and creative mixed-use spaces, adaptive re-use, emergent design technologies, novel design and delivery strategies such as 3D printed buildings, advanced prefabrication and volumetric modular building which promote advanced building technologies and novel delivery methods for multifamily, hospitality, commercial and industrial projects.
Through the relentless pursuit of design that inspires new ways of thinking and experiencing the built environment, we create spaces where people can connect meaningfully and engage with each other over the life-cycle of our spaces.
We seek out team members who will embrace our philosophy that solutions require equal parts discipline, empathy and imaginative design thinking. We work with people who are not satisfied with checking a box – people who believe that each project is an opportunity to stretch the bounds of human ingenuity.
With that in mind, we are fielding submissions for the following position:
PROJECT DESIGN III / JOB CAPTAIN
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage individual project tasks and contribute to overall project timelines and budgets.
- Autonomously develop creative, innovative designs and actionable solutions for assigned projects.
- Utilize CAD and BIM software for design and documentation.
- Prepare 3D computer models and renderings.
- Prepare detailed drawings and specifications, ensuring accuracy and adherence to codes and standards.
- Assemble progress sets and construction documents with well-developed content in all phases of design.
- Perform material research and selection.
- Consistently deliver quality work within established timelines and critical paths.
- Complete deliverables at prescribed milestones.
- Collaborate and communicate with all design team members including architects, engineers, and consultants.
- Communicate effectively with clients and provide design presentations.
- Depending on level of expertise, potentially mentor or supervise junior designers and architectural interns.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- 4-5 years professional architectural experience.
- Thorough grasp of architectural design principles and construction methods.
- Confidence in problem-solving and rigor in pursuit of solutions.
- Ability to efficiently coordinate and communicate design concepts between the Project Manager, design team and its engineers and consultants.
- Facility in producing details across a range of industry-standard construction methods and processes.
- Proclivity in learning advanced building techniques and novel design, delivery and construction practices.
- Eagerness to absorb knowledge from colleagues and consultants with advanced experience.
- Familiarity with mandatory building codes, zoning and accessibility standards with reasonable guidance.
- Familiarity with Specifications and interest in advanced procurement methods.
- Familiarity with Construction Administration processes including RFI and submittal oversight.
- Ability to multi-task between various projects while staying engaged with all.
- Ability to align with company values while positively contributing to firm culture.
- Active participant in the larger community outside of the office.
VALUED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Additional skill or expertise in Archicad or similar 3D BIM software; Enscape, TwinMotion or similar rendering software; experience in modular design, multifamily and/or hospitality.
- Accreditation in recognized green building and human-health certifications such as LEED AP, NGBS / ICC 700, PHIUS, ZERH, WELL, etc.
Forge Craft Team Members Enjoy:
- Strong work/life balance supported by 15 Paid Time Off (PTO) days.
- 10 paid holiday days.
- Great office culture that is food-obsessed with frequent curated office events and dog-friendly.
- Flexible hybrid office for advanced skilled individuals.
- 401k match with employee contribution.
- Health care coverage provided by the firm.
Please submit resumes and portfolios to: resume@forgexcraft.com and/or rommel@forgexcraft.com