Chart your own course and change the world — with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We’re looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. It’s those kinds of people who’ve helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in engineering, architecture and construction solutions. Today, we’re a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 55 offices worldwide and recognized as a leader in mission critical services.
The Assistant Architect will assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of project types including corporate, healthcare, sport venues, data centers, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Assistant Architect will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting architectural plans according to budget constraints, environmental factors or client needs.
- Assists in the architectural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
- Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of building types.
- Assists in designing interiors based on client vision and architectural needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
- Applies basic knowledge of commonly used architectural concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the architecture industry.
- Assists with research and complies project related data as required.
- Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior architects to ensure corrections are made within multiple software platforms.
- Assists with client presentations, renderings and marketing collateral.
- Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, from accredited program (equivalent qualifications in a similar field may also be considered).
- Good experience at concept design level to assist with the development of data centre masterplans
- Portfolio demonstrating design and graphic presentation skills is preferred.
- Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
- Involvement on campus or in the community.
- Basic knowledge in standard architectural techniques, principles and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
- Basic software and computer skills required including, BIM (Revit), Adobe Suites and 3D Rendering Programs.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
