Early Career Architecture

About the role

This opportunity provides local technical assistance for the design, conceptual development, and construction of building projects in both the public and private sectors. The role involves visualizing concepts, preparing drawings, specifications, budgets, construction documents, and presenting design proposals while ensuring high‑quality outcomes that meet industry standards for design, safety, structural integrity, and occupancy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of detailed drawings showing both external and internal appearance and structure of building projects.
• Collect, compile, and analyze data from physical work sites, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, environmental data, historical use, and other sources for project development, design, and construction.
• Perform basic professional architectural work, including research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, building, infrastructure, and transportation channels to ensure compliance with applicable rules, standards, and permits.
• Provide entry‑level technical assistance on design requirements, building concepts, and operating strategies to support safety and functionality for occupants and end‑users.
• Verify site characteristics and assist in ensuring structural soundness against loads and pressures caused by environmental or human influences.
• Generate accurate drawings, renderings, and documentation for assigned project aspects.
• Create complete visualizations using 2D/3D software and technical illustrations.
• Complete training on assigned tasks and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or a closely related discipline.
• 0–1 years of relevant post‑education experience.
• Knowledge of architectural principles, practices, and processes applied to project work.
• Familiarity with building planning, drawing standards, design, and construction management, including restorative and new design.
• Creative, visualization, and technical drawing skills.
• Awareness of building and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Self‑leadership with attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and collaboratively within a team.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, mathematics, graphics, spreadsheets, and related tools.
• Familiarity with design software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Proven commitment to workplace safety and adherence to WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Flexibility to work schedules that may extend beyond a typical workweek based on project needs.
• Occasional travel as required by specific projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship related to the degree of study and specific discipline.
• Membership in, and/or active participation with, local professional practice organizations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Disability and life insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation (or other personal time)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and attendance at naturalization proceedings

Compensation

Expected salary range: $58,200 – $96,030. The final offer will consider the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and geographic location.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 U.S. offices, WSP designs lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. The firm offers a flexible, agile workplace model and a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout an employee’s career.