Architectural Designer

Architectural Designer

Guidon Design is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Led by veterans who understand how to listen and collaborate, the firm was founded by Luke Leising—licensed architect and engineer, Combat Engineer Army Officer, qualified Ranger, and service-connected disabled veteran. We are proud of our history of employing veterans and of supporting veteran causes.

Guidon elevates communities through the design and development of our projects. Our reputation for design excellence is created by our ability to solve complex challenges with clear solutions while being responsive to how the space will impact people and their communities. We are a leader in sustainability, and we believe responsible design transforms communities. We are prioritizing sustainability as who we are. Our headquarters in Indianapolis is 70% solar powered, net zero ready, features a green roof, and is the first LEED v4 Platinum building in Indiana. We live our values and our mission.

Primary Purpose:

As an Architectural Designer with Guidon Design, you will be creating high-quality construction documents and design details, supporting senior architects, and traveling to job site for on-site construction administration and site inspections to assess the quality of work. You will be working in a company that listens to its clients and provides exactly what they need.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from accredited institution or significant relevant work experience.

5+ years of experience in architecture

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Responsibilities:

Conceptually working to develop new building and renovation designs.

Supporting senior architects and engineers as part of the design process.

Develop construction documents and design details.

On-site construction administration and site inspection visits to assess the quality of the work.

Coordination within a multi-disciplinary project team.

Skills / Qualities:

Broad understanding and experience with design and office related computer software and operating systems. A high level of proficiency required in discipline specific software.

Strong experience preparing construction documents using discipline specific software.

Ability to put together a high-quality set of construction documents for commercial buildings.

Proactive and assertive in problem solving

Experience managing parallel assignments

Good written, oral communications, staff management and client relationship skills

Create, communicate, implement, and manage design solutions

Strong work ethic and a drive to exceed client expectations.

A desire to grow professionally and work toward licensure.

Experience in healthcare related projects a plus.

LEED accreditation or ability to earn strongly desired.

Evaluation Metrics:

Solve problems proactively

Follow-up on commitments

Be willing to do small/large tasks

Work accurately

Develop technical skills and learn from past projects

Professional Development, Technical Education & Training:

Establish annual education and training plans and goals for self.

Meet or exceed professional standards of work

Actively pursue personal continuing education