Lead Residential Designer

Job Description

The Lead Residential Designer coordinates with other members of the Architectural Design team, and is responsible for creating high quality construction drawings and presentations for both small and large scale residential remodeling and custom home projects. The Lead Residential Designer's goal is to thoroughly understand our clients’ tastes and vision (and in cases where that isn’t clear, to help them discover what that is), then develop a design plan accordingly that aligns with the budget.

Mission:

HighCraft Builders provides exceptional customer service, award-winning design, superior craftsmanship, and a highly personal approach with every remodel and new construction project we touch. We deliver a superior client experience through up-front planning, proven processes, our commitment to quality, and a genuine concern for our clients’ best interests. We strive to maintain the highest level of professionalism, honesty and fairness in our relationships with our clients, employees and partners.

Primary Tasks & Expectations:

• Manage multiple residential remodeling and new construction projects during the design phase
• Perform site measures and create as-built drawings
• Develop design options and make revisions throughout each project
• Independently set-up, produce and develop plans, elevations, sections, and 3D models (including mechanical and electrical requirements) for construction
• Review structural plans and coordinate with engineers
• Work with interior design and architectural team to ensure consistency of the design concept
• Contribute to the entire creative process, keeping a finger on the pulse of current trends
• Navigate City/County approval and permitting processes
• Navigate Homeowner’s Association approval processes
• Manage/prioritize deadlines and determine importance of tasks
• Track budget and scheduling updates as they relate to the plans
• Ensure an optimal first impression and cultivate and nurture each professional relationship with a long-term view of success
• Assist with client relations throughout life of the project
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 4-year undergraduate degree with BS or BA in Architecture
• Minimum of 5 years working in architecture, 3 of which at a minimum in residential
• Proficiency in Revit, Enscape and Photoshop
• Experience working directly with homeowners from concept through Construction Documents
  
  

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong working knowledge of Revit
• Strong working knowledge of Enscape
• Working knowledge of Photoshop
• Ability to receive instruction and execute with precision, positive attitude, sense of accountability.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in the production of all drawings and documents
• Understanding of building materials and construction methods
• Knowledge of procedures for production of construction documents
• Understanding of Colorado residential building codes and land use codes
• Understanding of residential construction costs
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Serving Heart – Inspired to meet or exceed the expectations of others
• Team Player – Works toward the success of the team over self.
• Self-starter – Seeks to always be contributing without need for direction
• Accountable – Takes ownership of things said and all work done
• Proactive – Looks for potential problems and anticipates the needs of others
• Humble – Is confident but open to learning, takes an attitude of continuous improvement
• Strong work ethic with an eagerness to learn
• Ability to critique own work
• Extremely organized and detail oriented
• Self-motivated with strong time management skills
• Ability to understand, evaluate, and prioritize workload while responding to changing deadlines
• Excellent listening and questioning skills; does not interrupt or speak over others
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to respectfully and confidently navigate difficult conversations and problem resolution when necessary
• Demonstrates professional and courteous behavior consistently
• Able to modify own style of interaction to mirror a clients’
• Ability to build trust and maintain it over time
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
  
  

Company Responsibilities

• Maintains positive customer, employee and public relations
• Maintains professional image; demonstrates integrity and confidentiality
• Continually enhances personal and professional development
• Participates in quarterly staff meetings and company functions
  
  

Position Details

Compensation: Based on experience and education

Position Type: Full-Time Exempt

Benefits: Contribute to an award-winning team with paid membership dues for Assoc. AIA or NCARB registrations, opportunity to collect AXP hours for licensure, Health, Dental and Vision Insurance benefits, Simple IRA with Company Matching, Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Pay, Training and Education Compensation, Cell Phone, Company Vehicle or Mileage Reimbursement, and Clothing Allowance.

Company Description

HighCraft Builders is an established, Fort Collins based design-build company that provides exceptional interior and exterior remodeling, architectural and interior design, additions, outdoor rooms, custom new construction, and large-scale repairs to make your home beautiful, functional, safe and sound. Our caring team of creative professionals includes licensed Architects, Interior Designers, Experienced Project Planners and seasoned craftsmen who are dedicated to providing excellence in design, complete customer satisfaction, and industry best practices.

HighCraft Builders is an established, Fort Collins based design-build company that provides exceptional interior and exterior remodeling, architectural and interior design, additions, outdoor rooms, custom new construction, and large-scale repairs to make your home beautiful, functional, safe and sound. Our caring team of creative professionals includes licensed Architects, Interior Designers, Experienced Project Planners and seasoned craftsmen who are dedicated to providing excellence in design, complete customer satisfaction, and industry best practices.