Architectural Designer II

Operations Manager

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Position Classification: Full-Time Regular

We are looking for Architectural Designer II to join our design team. This role will support the design/build team through architectural drafting and rendering, assists with design development, collects field measurements and existing conditions, and participates in client and consultant meetings to review design concepts and requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Assisting in meetings with clients to determine initial project parameters and requirements.
• Assisting in meetings with project consultant to coordinate design elements and code requirements.
• Assisting the project lead in managing the design project from concept development through project completion.
• Prepare drawings, renderings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Review and understand project scope and contract for professional services.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in architecture or related field.
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in architecture or a related field
• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team.
• Must possess the ability to design, document and problem solve during construction.
• Autodesk Revit software experience required.
• Strong creative and visualization skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must have a strong attention to detail and be organized.
• Must possess the able ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Must be proficient in MS Office, including strong skills in Excel, Work & Outlook.
• Team member who thrives in a fast paced and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Rockford offers competitive compensation, 401(k) with company match, comprehensive healthcare plans, generous paid time off including, continued learning and training opportunities, on-site health and wellness activities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work schedules, and access to industry-leading technology. Team members are also provided opportunities to help shape their community for future generations through volunteer time off and opportunities for involvement with local organizations.

Who We Are

At Rockford, we’re not just in the business of creating buildings – we’re creating neighborhoods, businesses and communities and we’re looking for people who are ready to make an impact. Rockford is a nationally recognized construction, development, and property management provider ranked by Engineering News-Record as one of the top 200 contractors in the nation. With regional offices in the Midwest and Southeast, we’ve built projects totaling more than $5 billion in varying scope and size, serving education, healthcare, hospitality, multi-unit, mixed-use, senior living, manufacturing and industrial clients. We’re delivering forward-thinking ideas with an approach that’s built on safety, teamwork and a dedication to quality.

Office

The work environment for this position is a typical office environment with occasional construction site visits. When in the office, the physical demands require the ability to sit for long periods of time. Intermittent movement, such as accessing centrally located office equipment, lifting of 35 lbs, bending, stooping, kneeling, and climbing, may be necessary to perform the requirements of this position. Site visits may subject the individual to hazards commonly associated with construction.

Rockford is an equal opportunity employer that supports and subscribes to a policy of nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment. Rockford will not discriminate based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), height, weight, marital status, military service, partisan consideration, disability, genetic information, or any other reason prohibited by applicable federal and state laws.