Entry-Level Architect

About the role

ZGF is seeking an Entry-Level Architect to join our team in our Portland, OR office. We are looking for creative, motivated, and curious design talent with a passion for architecture and the built environment. We are offering a position within the Architectural Group for an individual who will work under the direction of experienced professional design staff on a diversity of project opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Will be part of a community focused on design excellence and innovation.
• Collaborate with the design team for generating and developing design ideas.
• Work with team members from concept design through construction administration.
• Produce design drawings and construction documents, presentation drawings, graphic design work, and digital and physical modeling in support of Architecture, Urban Design, and Interior Design, as well as marketing efforts.
• Help us tell the story of our projects through various media.
• Work under minimal supervision and receive instruction and mentoring regarding tasks and management.
• Perform fundamental architectural tasks and work collaboratively with others toward design solutions for our projects.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience supporting architectural design in a professional setting.
• A basic understanding of architectural design and construction principles.
• Architectural ability in the design of buildings and site.
• Experience with the production of design documentation would be valuable.
• Curiosity and a strong interest in graphic storytelling.
• Applicants ought to have a professional Architectural degree and 0-4 years of related experience.
• Proficiency with modeling in Revit.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and Rhino or other parametric design software.

Pay

Base Salary Range $62,000/yr - $67,000/yr

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with a generous employer contribution, HSA with employer contribution, 401k with employer match.
• 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays per year.
• Paid parental and family leave programs.