We are looking for new talent to join our team. If you would like to work together with us, we welcome you to apply for the current open positions below by emailing your resume and portfolio to careers@dscheme.com.
Under direction of Architect/Principal, the employee will be responsible for the following:
- Conduct Site Survey to measure existing conditions of space or building.
- Research building codes, space requirements, building/zoning regulations, and other
technical documents.
- Draw rough and detailed scale plans using data such as preliminary concepts and
sketches by Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit, Google Sketchup, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe
Illustrator, and Bluebeam Revu.
- Coordinate architectural drawing layout with structural engineer, civil engineer,
mechanical engineer, electrical engineer, plumbing engineer, and landscape architect.
- Create and design 3D renderings for visual presentation of buildings and site.
- Collect and utilize appropriate data to complete architectural designs.
- Prepare and manage information regarding design, structural specifications, materials,
equipment, estimated costs and construction time
- Review drawings and construction plans and determine procedures and instructions to
adhere to the design specifications and amount needed per material.
- Research for various products and exterior finish materials for building design and cost
effective alternatives.
- Organize sample materials library for presentation
- Supervise an intern or drafter on measuring dimensions of interior and exterior spaces
and review his/her input of the survey drawings and notes into the AutoCAD program
for accurateness.
Education Requirements: Must have one of the following degrees:
- Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.)
- B.S./B.A./B.F.A. in Architecture
- B.S. or B.A. in Architectural Studies, or
- B.F.A. in Architectural Design
Experience Requirements: None
Special Requirements:
Travel required in order to perform the job duties. Must be able to travel to job site for
any out-of-town projects. Must be able to travel to job site to conduct site survey and
monitor construction process.
Must be able to demonstrate proficiency and competency of using CAD equipment and
software applications such as Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit, Google SketchUp, Adobe
Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Bluebeam Revu to produce construction documents.
Although not required at the initial stage of consideration, Applicant may be required to
provide portfolio of scale drawings and architectural designs using the above-mentioned
tools. At the minimum, applicants will be required to take AutoCAD and SketchUp tests
for the employer to evaluate and assess their competency level of the AutoCAD and
SketchUp as they are related to efficient performance of the job duties of the offered
position. These tests will be administered during the in-person interviews, and the
applicants will be evaluated on whether he/she possesses skills and knowledge to
handle the job duties immediately or with a reasonable period of on-the-job training.
For the AutoCAD test, an applicant will be given an architectural floor plan in a PDF file
and be expected to draw the same floor plan with exact dimensions and scale in the
Model Space. In addition, the applicant is expected to setup the Paper Space with
Vport tool and print the final drawing a certain specified way. The applicant will be given
30 minutes to complete the test.
For the SketchUp test, an applicant will be given an architectural floor plan in
AutoCAD(DWG) file and be expected to import the AutoCAD(DWG) file into the
SketchUp program and create 3D model with a specific tool, e.g., “lines ,Arcs, Pull and
Push” Once the 3D model is completed, the applicant may be asked to apply finish
materials to the 3D model using ”Material” method. During the process, the applicant’s
designing abilities may be evaluated as well. The applicant will be given additional 30
minutes to complete this test.
The Junior Architecture / Interior Designer will work with the Principal or Studio Director and project managers on several projects. Some tasks will include: CAD drafting, client meetings, consultant coordination, site surveys for measuring existing conditions of a space or building, compiling presentation boards, research for various products and finishes, organizing sample library, administration, and project organization. Tasks will also involve graphics on specialty projects.
0-3 years experience
Portfolio presentation
AutoCAD and Revit experience required
Polite and clear communication skills to client and co-workers
Organized task management
Undergraduate degree
Experience Requirement(s)
Travel Requirement(s)