Ruhnau Clarke Architects is currently in a growth mode and we are looking for employees who are driven and love a challenge.  We currently have a position in our Carlsbad office for an EDUCATION / DESIGNER II. We are architects specializing in K-12 and higher educational facilities, public use projects, medical facilities, and retail projects.  Ruhnau Clarke Architects offers excellent benefits and compensation commensurate with experience. 

TALENT SUMMARY

Designer II reports to the Project Manager. Under supervision from project managers, coordinates technical aspects of projects. Responsible for production, schedule, and technical aspects of small projects, but will eventually manage more projects with experience.  Must be able to demonstrate basic knowledge in architectural CAD and/or drafting and design development.  Must have a willingness to expand knowledge in architecture, architectural design techniques, and architectural technology.  

GENERAL

  • Excellent organizational skills.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Able to multi-task and prioritize concurrent projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Education: Prefer a minimum of BS in Architecture.

  • Experience: Requires 3 years experience in design, preferably in K-12 educational facilities, higher educational facilities, public use projects, residential, hotel, or retail projects.

  • Unlicensed; studying for the license exam.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

  • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).

  • Personable and presentable with the ability to engage in an informed conversation with clients.

  • Strong graphic presentation skills.

  • Strong design skills.

  • Knowledgeable of current building codes.

  • Knowledgeable with agency review process and DSA procedures helpful.

  • Computer skill set including Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Lumion.

  • Ability to assist in the documentation of project design with engaging presentations utilizing tools such as 3D CAD modeling, and product or material research.

  • Ability to effectively participate in schematic design and design development of projects, and make client presentations.

  • Ability to use creativity and original thinking in design issues with a keen eye for detail and exemplary taste in design and architecture.

  • Ability to effectively participate in office design charettes, team design critiques, and pin-ups.

  • Ability to use basic design communication skills via sketching and hand drawings.

  • Ability to follow the design intent of graphic and verbal direction.

  • Ability to participate in the development of 3D modeling of projects.  Prepare various design communication and presentation materials including sketches, rendered 2D & 3D drawings, rendered perspectives, slide shows and material selection boards.

If interested, please complete and submit the following form.