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Michael Baker International Design Associate I - 307145 in Moon Township, Pennsylvania
Design Associate I - 307145
DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: DESCRIPTION Michael Baker International is seeking an Architectural Designer to join our Moon Township, PA team and become an integral component of our Architecture/Engineering Practice. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual whose responsibilities will include the design and documentation for a broad range of project types. With an ongoing focus on growing Federal, Department of Defense, and International project opportunities, along with market-driven diversification including Healthcare, Commercial, Transit, and Adaptive Re-Use, the successful candidate will work in multi-disciplinary, collaborative design teams with architects, interior designers, site/civil engineers, and building systems engineers. You must demonstrate creative problem-solving, organizational skills, strong production management capabilities, and a good understanding of construction documents and constructability.
- Assists in the preparation of planning, design, and construction documents including code analysis documents, studies, reports, sketches, schematic drawings, renderings, specifications, final contract documents, and as-built drawings
- Creates graphics for presentation and marketing purposes
- Assists in construction administration tasks such as submittal reviews and addendum preparation
- Works with architects, engineers and with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure or renovation, and prepares information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time
- Performs research pertaining to project conformance related to codes, zoning, building standards, and industry practices
- With architects, plans layout of project and integrates architectural elements into unified design for client review and approval
- Prepares scale drawings and contract documents for construction
- Prepares project designs and plans using computer assisted design software and equipment
COMPENSATION The National salary range for this position is $53,541- $73,084. The actual salary offered will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate, and relative to salary ranges in the offering office.
BENEFITS We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: * Medical, dental, vision insurance * 401k Retirement Plan * Health Savings Account (HSA) * Flexible Spending Account (FSA) * Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability * Professional and personal development * Generous paid time off * Commuter and wellness benefits
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION * BS/BA Architecture; Bachelor of Architecture; or MS/MA Architecture (4-6 year degree); relevant design degree will be considered * 0-3 years of experience in the design and documentation of architecture projects, including well-developed skills in three-dimensional visualization and comprehensive building design * Working knowledge of current industry software including Revit and BIM preferred * Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite * Experience with graphics/rendering software (SketchUp, Adobe, 3D Max, Maya, Rhino, etc.) to quickly and effectively communicate is preferred * Organized and confident; design talent, graphic presentation and effective visual/verbal communication skills are essential; proficient understanding of inter-relationships among design/engineering disciplines, clients, and constructors * Ability to work independently and collaboratively * Excellent English language skills, written and verbal, are essential
MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL EEO STATEMENT Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.