Architectural Designer

Lessard Design is looking for an enthusiastic creative genius. The ideal candidate would thrive in a fast paced, deadline driven environment, and problem-solving abilities. We are looking for an Architectural Designer to work within our Vienna, VA office. Who We Are Lessard Design is an International Architecture and Planning firm. We primarily specialize in the residential industry. We have brought amazing neighborhoods throughout the mid-Atlantic all the way up in CT, NY, NJ, DMV Area and down all the way to ATL. Designing thoughtfully planned communities, mixed-use development, transit-oriented development, commercial, residential, including single family homes, townhomes, multi-family, military and student housing, senior living with structural framing systems including concrete, steel, and wood, Lessard excels. What You’ll Love About LDI Lessard Design’s great assets are the employees. The employees make the fast-paced and energetic culture a place you’ll love and want to be. A place where we are creating, and innovating neighborhoods is physically seen what you have created. At Lessard Design you will get to experience designing different construction types and a variety of building formats. Together with that and unlimited growth opportunities within the organization nothing can stop you from growing into the ultimate Architect! • Designers, need creative collaboration? We have you covered. • Project Managers, need clients and project schedules? We have that covered too. • Want to invest in your future? We’ve got you covered with our 401K and profit sharing. • Need resources for broken bones, running nose or daycare? La Carte variety of benefit plans. • Want some extra money? We’ve got you covered with twice a year bonuses. Duties for Architectural Designer • Generate new concepts and create fresh ideas on a variety of project types to meet client requirements. • Design focused and prepare concept design, schematic design, and design development. • Work collaboratively with the design leadership in establishing format, drawing assignments, deliverable and schedules. • Function as a conduit between conceptual design process and architectural implementation • Production of complete site plan submission and schematic design deliverables. • Can delegate to and manage junior staff without compromising quality. • Zoning ordinances research • Budget and contracts management • Work with developer-based architecture. • SD phase experience. • Feasibilities. Education and Experience • Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS), preferably in Architecture or related field. • 5+ year’s exp. in Multi-Family, International, Mixed-Use Related, • Multi-Family building planning and design, experience in floor plan development and unit layouts projects. • Proficient and versatile in architecture and presentation type of software, software savvy • A Professional degree in architecture, design, or related discipline • Proficiency in AutoCad, Revit, 3-D Modeling, Adobe Suite, SketchUp. Freehand rendering is a plus. • Understanding of building code and accessibility standards • Able to articulate concepts graphically, verbally and in writing. • Self-motivated personality to take on projects and assignments without the need for the micromanagement of a supervisor. NOTE: Lessard Design Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.