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Architectural Job Captain

FPW currently has an opening for an Architectural Job Captain that will serve on a variety of project types and will be primarily responsible for project documentation and coordination. The Job Captain would assist the principal to create complete design and construction documents. This role will facilitate communication between the project consultants and is responsible for project detailing, drafting, quality and assurance. The candidate will be charged with assuring that the project meets building codes, and deadlines in order to meet client expectations.

You’re Meant For This:
• Associates degree in Architectural Drafting or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
• Minimum of five (5) years of architectural experience.

Skills and Characteristics
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-project environment and function comfortably, gain trust and deal effectively with a wide range of individuals including consultants, and contractors.
• Strong background in base building and interiors projects, including LEED‐certified projects.
• Knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures and experience resolving technical and design issues.
• Ability to create technical documents that succinctly and accurately describe the work to be done.
• Required proficiency in MS Word and Excel, AutoCAD, and SketchUp. Experience with Revit and Adobe Creative Suite a plus.

 
Benefits to Match Your Talents
Benefits include:
• Wellness: Work/life schedule flexibility, healthy snacks, stress (not so healthy) snacks.
• Pre-tax Employee Retirement Plan
• Competitive salary
• Paid parking
• Paid Medical insurance package
• Bonus

Apply
Submit resume to dpuckett@fpw.com. Salary based on qualifications and experience.
FPW is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff. People of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals, and women are strongly encouraged to apply. People of all genders, orientations, abilities and cultural identities are welcome and encouraged to apply.

March 2024

Intern Architect/Designer

FPW Architects is dedicated to providing outstanding service to our clients. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of our profession and aspire to continually develop our talents, knowledge, and experience in the interest of our clients, and ultimately the communities for which we design. To further these goals we are seeking intern architect/designers for our Charlottesville, Virginia office.

We provide intern architects/designers with the opportunity to build on what they’ve learned while making meaningful contributions in a real work environment. In this position, the team member is responsible for assisting in the preparation of architectural plans, sections, elevations, details, and presentation materials, as well as, other drafting tasks under the direction and supervision of a Project Architect or Project Manager. In performing these tasks the team member will be expected to gain technical knowledge in the design and construction of projects, to handle more complexity over time; and to develop the ability to organize, problem solve, and communicate to colleagues and community.

The team member must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, quickly learn new and unfamiliar concepts and tasks, collaborate with other individuals in a constructive and effective manner, meet deadlines and manage priorities.

Responsibilities:
Supports any number of projects at various stages of work, including but not limited to:
• Preparing scaled drawings and contract documents for building contractors using AutoCAD or Revit
• Researching and identifying products (finishes, fixtures, etc.)
• Researching codes and other standards as necessary for compliance
• Assisting in the preparation of studies and reports
• Planning diagrams/layouts during schematic design, demonstrating ability to arrange a unified design
• Join team members on occasion for onsite observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with plans
• Assist in proper documentation of project files

Qualifications:
• GPA of at least 3.0 in architecture or a related field is required
• Basic knowledge and experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, databases (Microsoft Office)

Submit resume to dpuckett@fpw.com. Salary based on qualifications and experience.
FPW is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff. People of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals, and women are strongly encouraged to apply. People of all genders, orientations, abilities and cultural identities are welcome and encouraged to apply.