Architect Technician II

HobbsBlack Architects
Grand Rapids, MI, USA

Job Description

Architect Technician II

About Us

We're not your typical architecture firm. At Hobbs+Black Architects we offer a one-of-a-kind, people-centered work environment where collaboration, creativity, and camaraderie thrive. We're a team that believes great design comes from meaningful relationships, open dialogue, and a shared commitment to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you're looking for a place where your voice is heard and your work makes a difference, we'd love to meet you.

Here, you're not just contributing to projects. You’re helping shape places where people live, heal, learn, gather, and grow.

Position Overview

This position will research, program, plan, design, and administer building projects for our clients. We work with a variety of clients to create aesthetically pleasing, functional, and sustainable spaces for a broad range of projects in healthcare, education, civic, mixed-use, commercial, residential, and more.

Background in architecture with technical expertise using Revit and Bluebeam to create and develop detailed construction documents applying their knowledge of and experience with building codes, building systems, ADA building requirements, conceptual design phase, schematic design phase, site planning, zoning, bid packages, submittals, fieldwork, project scheduling, budgeting, and cost estimating.

Essential Functions

Serve as a trusted client liaison with excellent listening skills, attention to detail, and the ability to capture and translate clients' needs into actionable design solutions.
Interface with project managers, project teams, consultants, and clients.
Work in tandem with highly collaborative multi-discipline design teams.
Conduct site planning and zoning research.
Provide code review and analysis for projects.
Create detailed plans for complex architectural construction drawings.
Utilize Revit software to develop project designs, plans, and technical solutions for projects.
Utilize Bluebeam for drawing review process.
Preparation and coordination of bid packages.
Confer with consultants to ensure fully coordinated drawing packages.
Perform and/or oversee construction administration tasks, including submittal review, fieldwork, and documentation.
Maintain and comply with company and client project standards.
Coordinate with QA/QC team to ensure quality and complete work.

Experience

Five (5) or more years of related work experience in architecture.
Proficient in the use of Revit to effectively produce quality documents.
Experience working in Bluebeam to develop and detail construction documents.
Commitment to and experience with sustainable design.
Architectural license preferred or equivalent work experience.
Effective presentation and communication skills.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Hybrid work format (3 days in office; 2 days remote).
An authentic studio culture that values teamwork, flexibility, and a shared passion for design.
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to navigate project sites.
Must be able to lift up-to 15 pounds at a time.
Valid driver's license.
English language communication and client interface skills.
Legally eligible to work in the United States, without need for sponsorship.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture from an NCARB accredited program; or,
On track to become a registered licensed architect.

Skills
Architecture, Design, Revit, Construction Documents, Building Codes, Code Compliance, Specifications, Detailing, Site Analysis, Sustainable Design, AutoCAD, Construction, BIM, Coordination, 3d Modeling, Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Client Communication, Cost Estimating, Bluebeam, QA/QC, Site planning, Zoning, Bid Packages, Building Systems, Construction Administration, ADA Compliance, MS Outlook, MS Teams

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Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re passionate about great design, love working collaboratively, and want to grow in a supportive environment, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and help shape spaces that truly serve people.

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HOBBS+BLACK ARCHITECTS
www.hobbs-black.com
jobs@hobbs-black.com

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