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Intermediate Architectural Designer

Ottinger Architects Ottinger Architects Employer:
Los Angeles, CA, USLocation:
Tue, Sep 24 '24Posted on:
$85,000 - $110,000 annually Pay:

Ottinger Architects specializes in urban in-fill projects of varying scales throughout the Los Angeles region. Our primary passion is for mixed-use market rate and affordable housing projects, and we have several exciting large-scale and high-rise projects under development. We are seeking an Intermediate Designer with 5-8 years of experience who brings strong design, graphic, and technical skills to our team.

We are looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong communication and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate can work collaboratively within a team setting, contribute to the design and production of early concept packages and manage fast-paced deadlines while integrating internal, client and city feedback.

We promote a collaborative work environment that encourages involvement in various aspects of a project. Our aim is to cultivate a well-rounded office that provides diverse experiences for our team members.

We offer the ability to work a hybrid schedule, but all candidates must be able to work in the office on a weekly basis for in-person meetings and design collaboration with the principal and team members.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Conceptualize and organize project design ideas and information based on preliminary concepts, sketches and other data, to produce designs, working drawings, schedules and details.
  • Assist with and/or develop project goals and plan layouts.
  • Perform product research; assist project designers with material selection and system research.
  • Participate in team meetings to discuss project issues, design and technical issues as well as coordinate with other disciplines.
  • Aid in the production of drawings and renderings for entitlement approvals and design review board submittals.
  • Participate in drawing reviews for compliance with multiple jurisdictions, codes, standards, and regulations.

Qualifications:

  • Professional degree in Architecture.
  • Minimum of 5 years of post-graduate experience working in architecture.
  • Experience working on multi-family residential projects a plus.
  • Licensed or on path to licensure required.
  • Strong design and technical skills with a passion for urban design and creative housing solutions.
  • Experience producing drawings for entitlement approvals.
  • Working knowledge of type I, type III, and type V construction.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and maintain high-quality work.
  • Strong understanding of the building code and accessibility requirements.
  • Skills in applying industry standards and graphic conventions to the organization and arrangement of information (i.e. plans, elevations, sections, etc.)
  • Proficiency in Revit, Enscape, Twinmotion, Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite. Minimum of 3 years of Revit experience.

Benefits:

  •  Full medical, dental and vision
  • 401k with 3% annual contribution once reaching eligibility
  • Three weeks of paid vacation, paid holidays and sick leave
  • Hybrid work environment with the possibility to work a flexible schedule
  • Bonus opportunities

Application Instructions:

Please email a cover letter, resume and work samples in PDF format to: [email protected] and indicate "Intermediate Architectural Designer" in the subject line.

 

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