Junior Project Engineer / Junior Project Architect

Junior Project Engineer / Junior Project Architect

Location: Castle Rock, Colorado (Primarily In-Office with Some Field Work)
Employment Type: Full-Time

About JLA Design

JLA Design is a growing architecture and engineering consulting firm focused primarily on custom residential and light commercial projects throughout Colorado and beyond. Our work includes custom homes, additions and remodels, structural engineering, site and civil coordination, inspections, mountain projects, and specialty residential design.

We are building a highly efficient, systems-driven consulting firm focused on:

• Excellent client service
• Fast and reliable project delivery
• Practical, buildable design
• Continuous improvement
• Long-term leadership development

Our core values are:

• Service
• Humility
• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Efficiency

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated early-career engineer or designer who wants to grow into a future leadership role within a consulting engineering and architecture firm.

This is not a narrow technical drafting role. We are looking for someone who wants to learn how projects are designed, managed, coordinated, reviewed, delivered, and ultimately how a consulting business operates profitably.

The ideal candidate is technically capable, highly motivated, business-minded, organized, and eager to grow quickly.

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Wants significant responsibility early in their career
• Enjoys both technical work and client/project coordination
• Is interested in the business side of engineering and architecture
• Wants to help build systems and improve efficiency
• Is motivated by performance bonuses, profit sharing, and long-term growth opportunities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following:
• Civil Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Architectural Engineering
• Willingness to work on custom residential and light commercial projects
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn quickly
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Ability to physically navigate project sites including climbing concrete formwork and navigating uneven terrain

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• 0–2 years of professional experience
• EIT certification (preferred but not required)
• Four wheel drive vehicle for reaching remote job sites

Experience with:

• Revit
• SketchUp
• AutoCAD
• Bluebeam
• MS Word/Excel

Interest in:

• Project management
• Business operations
• Economics
• Leadership
• Process improvement
• Artificial Intelligence

What We Are Looking For

We are not looking for someone who only wants to sit behind a computer running structural models all day.

We are looking for someone who:

• Understands that consulting engineering is both a technical profession and a business
• Wants to learn how projects are managed from start to finish
• Is motivated to improve efficiency and profitability
• Can communicate professionally with clients, consultants, contractors, and jurisdictions
• Takes ownership and responsibility
• Wants to become a future leader within the company

The right candidate will quickly gain exposure to:

• Structural engineering
• Residential architecture
• Client communication
• Project management
• Permit coordination
• Construction support
• Quality assurance / quality control
• Business operations and consulting strategy

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and production for residential and light commercial projects
• Coordinate drawings and project information
• Help review plans for accuracy and completeness
• Participate in client meetings and project coordination
• Support permitting and jurisdictional coordination
• Assist with field observations and construction support
• Help improve internal workflows and standards
• Utilize AI to improve business processes, workflows, and software
• Learn how consulting projects are managed financially and operationally

Compensation & Growth Opportunities

JLA Design is building a long-term team, not simply filling a position.

High performers will have opportunities for:

• Performance bonuses
• Profit sharing
• Leadership responsibilities
• Rapid career growth
• Potential future ownership opportunities

We value initiative, efficiency, accountability, and people who want to help build something meaningful.

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Resume
• Portfolio or sample work (if applicable)
• Brief introduction explaining your interest in the role and long-term career goals

Application materials should be sent to:

Josh@jladesign.com

Pay: $82,000.00 - $96,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Happy hour
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person