PGAL is seeking a Project Architect or Designer with 5-7 years of experience. Must be able to manage and produce documents in a fast-paced environment on multi-phase design / construction projects. Our firm performs a wide range of project types for both private and public clients, and has a culture that is energetic, collaborative and open.
Candidate must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in architecture. Licensed architect in Virginia preferred, or must be eligible for licensing in Virginia. Experience in multi-phase design/construction projects. Knowledge of AutoCAD and strong proficiency in Revit is required. Experience with Photoshop, Sketch Up and Rhino a plus.
PGAL offers a diverse and energetic working environment and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
PGAL is an equal opportunity / E-verify employer. Protected veterans and persons with disabilities under applicable state and federal law are encouraged to apply.
As an international architectural firm, UNStudio is active in the broadest fields of architecture. Our project portfolio covers every aspect of architecture, ranging from small to large scale projects, research and theory. The atmosphere within our offices in Amsterdam, Shanghai, and Hong Kong is international, multidisciplinary and ambitious, but also open, non-hierarchical, team-based and friendly, with attention to personal well-being, knowledge development and career planning.
We are currently looking for Advanced Design Architects to join our Shanghai office. The ideal candidates should have strong design sensibilities, effective management and team leadership skills, a flexible mentality, strong communication skills, and later stage experience on constructed projects.
Skills:
- 5-8+ years of experience as a Design Architect who has overseen or assisted in overseeing a team.
- Documented experience in all phases of the design and construction process.
- Strong aesthetic sensibilities and design skills with the ability to implement a design concept from preliminary studies through to construction and detailing.
- Experience in geometric optimization and fabrication processes for complex geometry and curvature.
- Technical problem solver with the ability to work out architectural solutions through innovative thinking (documented through construction and shop drawings/details).
- Good team player with the ability to organize both own work and others, clearly communicate with the Director, and coach/motivate team members.
- Proactive and self-motivated, with a continuous desire to learn and grow.
- Fluent English communication skills with additional fluency in Mandarin a plus.
- Good knowledge of Rhinoceros (Grasshopper and RhinoScript / Python a plus), AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.
- Professional BIM experience on geometrically complex projects (Digital Project or Revit) a plus.
Contact
Working conditions are according to Chinese legislation. Applications consisting of a short cover letter, C.V. and portfolio can be sent digitally (PDF, max.10mb) to Feely Pan.