DLZ Corporation is an award-winning architecture and engineering firm with over 800 employees in 28 offices. DLZ specializes in Public Sector professional services, having built long-standing relationships with state, federal, and local public agencies throughout the Midwest. Project types include Judicial, Public Safety, Transit/Aviation, Educational, Municipal, Logistics/Distribution, and Recreational facilities. DLZ offers Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical Design and Engineering services, as well as Surveying, Construction Inspection, and Environmental Studies.
DLZ is consistently ranked as one of Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 150 U.S. Design Firms. Our award-winning projects have received national recognition for sustainability and design excellence.
DLZ Corporation currently has exciting Architectural Associate openings in St. Joseph, Detroit, or Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Perform architectural and design assignments requiring application of specialized technical expertise performed independent of other personnel, exercise professional judgment in autonomous decisions.
Responsible for projects of moderate complexity and may have leadership responsibility for less experienced staff.
May assume lead roles in a narrow segment of a project and/or coordinating work of specialty groups related to his/her assigned segment of a project.
Plan and lead preliminary studies of job requirements and scope, determine design criteria, and formulate design concepts.
Establish conceptualization and production of graphic and written material for a major segment of a client project.
Direct architectural support staff in development of detailed design and construction documents.
Conduct studies of new architectural methods, codes, processes, and materials. Conduct complex feasibility and operating studies aimed at evaluation alternative systems and methods.
Review and recommend action on client request for change orders and obtain necessary approvals for same.
Perform construction contract administration including bid analysis, contract awards, change orders, pay request and other items as required.
Assist in the preparation and regulation of project forms for project management.
Ensure work is performed safely and represent the company positively.
Fulfill other assigned duties as required.
Job Requirements:
Must have an (NAAB) accredited professional degree in Architecture
Completed or in process of completing NCARB Intern Development Program or Architectural Experience Program (AXP) enrolled in EAXP program and is in pursuit of license to practice Architecture
1 - 5 years relevant work experience.
Proficient in AutoDesk Revit.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience in Adobe Photoshop and AutoCAD is preferred
Strong oral and written presentation skills.
Experience working with internal design teams preferred
Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites and complying with all applicable safety codes and requirements.
At DLZ we offer an excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, health savings account, traditional and Roth 401(k). We also offer an innovative wellness program including gym reimbursement!
DLZ is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We recognize the importance in employing a diverse workforce and achieve this by making employment decisions based on business needs, merit, and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws. True innovation and success can only be achieved by respecting, empowering, and leveraging the unique perspectives, skills, and experiences of each person as an individual.
DLZ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. DLZ fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.