Architectural Designer III at Olson Kundig

Olson Kundig is a design practice founded on the ideas that buildings can serve as abridge between nature culture and people and that inspiring surroundings have a positive effect on peoples lives. The firms work can be found across the globe with projects as wide-ranging as huts to high rises homesoften for art collectorsto academic cultural and civic projects museums and exhibition design places of worship creative production urban design and interior design.We are currently seeking an Architectural Designer III to work in Olson Kundigs Colorado Outpost in Colorado Springs in close collaboration with a local OK Principal. This individual will contribute meaningfully to the design excellence that defines Olson Kundigs work.The selected candidate is expected to work regularly in Colorado Springs CO with 10 - 15% domestic travel required.Primary ResponsibilitiesDesign LeadershipProvides professional architectural consultation in the planning design and coordination of projects.Coordinates with the Partner and/or project Principal on appropriate technical solutions products and project delivery. Technical Design & ExecutionPrepares construction documents including technically related building components and details.Serves as a subject matter expert on specialized systems. Develops and represents lead technical viewpoint on projects.Independently executes/leads the construction administration process.Reviews compiles and prepares project specifications as required. Team & Consultant CoordinationLiaises with project management other architectural team members and consultants. Supervises and guides the work of less experienced architectural team members.Takes on aspects of external project communications and the preparation of presentations with subconsultants/clients.Must Have:Education: Bachelors degree in Architecture or another related field.Experience: Minimum 8 to 10 years of post-bachelors degree Architecture firm experience.Digital Literacy: Revit and Digital Communications & Collaborations Tools such as Zoom and MS Teams.A portfolio of work demonstrating design technical and drafting abilities.Personal Attributes:Highly collaborative by nature with the willingness to approach every project with creativityAn innate desire to produce meaningful work with strong design skillsDetail and task-oriented with a passion for excellencePro-active and dynamic in their skills and leadershipPreferred:Experience working with High-end residentialExperience with Bluebeam Revu/Bluebeam Studio.Experience with Deltek Project Planning.Experience with MS Office Suite Photoshop Illustrator InDesignExperience with sustainability focused project assessments such as Living Building Challenge LEED and high-performance building. Licensure is desired but not required.What can you expect from usA creative work environment and colleagues who are collaborative creative and challengingOpportunity to grow professionally Check our culture page to learn about life at Olson KundigIn addition to a dynamic and creative culture Olson Kundig provides a generous benefits package that includes 16 days of paid time off paid holidays health plan 401k match bonuses profit-sharing plans for qualified positions a monthly travel subsidy for public transportation and more.As a firm we are committed to pay practices that are fair competitive and reflect internal pay equity. At the time of posting this job the hiring range for this position in Colorado Springs CO is between $92000 and $97000 annually. Final salary decisions are made based upon the extent and relatedness of the candidates education and experience and considering internal equity and external market factors.All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and must already possess long-term work authorization. Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Rhinoceros 3D,Bluebeam,Construction Experience,Adobe Creative Suite,Detailing,Sketchup,Drafting,Adobe Photoshop,Autocad,Revit,Sketch,Adobe Indesign Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 92000 - 97000