A role suited for an up-and-coming architectural professional who is actively pursuing fulfillment of the requirements to sit for the architectural registration exams. Participates and collaborates in various phases of the design process for multiple projects. Receives supervision, guidance, mentoring, and training under the stewardship of a licensed architect. In this role, you will:

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  Perform basic production drawings within established Firm Standards, industry standards, and relevant code.
• Assimilate written building specifications, detailed drawings and verbal/written instructions to perform assigned tasks.
• Assist Project Architects/PM in researching and obtaining project related information on all phases of a project and produces accurate and complete drawings, documents, and reports.
• Visualize and plans the graphic presentation of items having distinctive design features that can differ significantly from established drafting precedents.
• Recommend minor design changes, when appropriate, to Project Architect/PM.
• May assist with coordination of outside engineers and consultants.
• Assist Project Architects/PM with meeting minutes and meeting coordination.
• Participate in marketing related activities including but not limited to design charrettes, committee activities, presentation board development, proposal compilation, visual presentation materials development and editing, photography and other marketing support duties as deemed appropriate.
• Attend outside meetings that span the course of the work day AND after-hours as required.

The Firm is 100% employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Trust. You can become an employee owner and have stock allocated to you (not purchased - it is given to you!) once you have been employed for one year and 1,000 hours of service. You can enter the Plan on January 1st or July 1st that immediately follows your 1 year (and 1,000 hours of service) employment anniversary. Our culture is built upon the philosophy of management transparency, employee-involvement, leadership development at all levels, and a focus on a collaborative and team-work environment. Our culture fosters an environment of co-ownership and mentoring all team members how to be good "business persons". We work smart, we have fun, and we have half-day Friday's to jump start the weekend!

Our benefits package offers options and features rooted in addressing our team member's current needs yet offers options as those needs change over time. We endeavor to provide a comprehensive benefits package and a culture that addresses "the whole person" from wellness initiatives and programs; feeling secure everyday; work/life-work/family balance; financial security and education for today and in retirement. A summary of benefits/perks offered includes, but is not limited to:

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  Medical Coverage with Rx (choice of 3 plan options)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for qualifying out-of-pocket medical expenses
• Telemedicine Services - By phone doctor's visit with zero co-payment (fully paid by the Firm)
• Wellness Programs and Gym Reimbursement*
• Vision Coverage - Optional via Vision Services Plan (VSP)
• Dental Coverage - (choice of 2 plans)
• Company Paid Term Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Optional Supplemental Life Insurance with AD&D including Travel Assistance; Will Preparation; Grief Counseling; Identifty Theft Solutions; Vision Access Discount Program; and Face-toFace Legal Services
• 401(k) Plan with a discretionary employer contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Dependent Care Assistance Credit; Health Reimbursement Account Credit; Student Loan Financial Assistance Credit may be available if eligible
• AFLAC Supplemental Benefits
• Pet Insurance - A Comprehensive plan that is only available to groups at a greatly discounted cost
• Credit Union Affiliation
• New Jersey Manufacturer's discounted personal insurance including homeowners and automobile insurance

The job may include additional perks including:

• Reimbursement for professional designation exam(s) i.e. ARE's; LEED (1x reimbursement only for each section/exam)
• One additional PTO to sit for each section of the ARE and LEED exam (one day per section/exam)
• Professional License Renewals when you become licensed
• Professional Development opportunities that align with the Firm's leadership succession plan and/or individual development plan

• Ability to communicate effectively both in written format and oral presentation.
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
• Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment.
• Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership.
• Proficiency in Revit/BIM; AutoCAD; Lumion; Sketchup preferred.
• Dynamo and/or Grasshopper proficiency preferred.
• Proficiency with 3D scanning and 3D printing is desired.
• Proficiency in MS Office required.
• Past experience with masonry/steel building projects preferred.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Construction Methods
• Building Sections
• Detailing

EDUCATION

A graduate from a 5-year accredited architectural program; or achieved a Master's in Architecture; or combination of education and experience with eligibility to sit for the ARE's.

LEED designation is a plus (required after 2 years of employment).