Architectural Designer

THE ANNEX GROUP’S MISSION STATEMENT

To create a positive impact with the people who live, work and are involved in our communities.

The Annex Group is seeking qualified individuals searching for careers not jobs and can operate with a team first approach. If you are someone who wants to assist in our mission and make an impact, come join our team. 

POSITION OVERVIEW: Architectural Designer

Annex Design Standard Compliance & Updates

• Assist project architects and designers to ensure plans are in  conformance with Annex standards, applicable codes, and fund-driven requirements for affordable (LIHTC) housing projects.
• Assist the preconstruction team with project milestone document review, preparation, and communication.
• Coordinate and collaborate on projects with internal and external teams, including architects, designers, engineers, and all consultants through the design process.
• Participate in regular Annex design standard revisions, creation and updates.

Conceptual Design and Site Feasibility Studies

• Assist with conceptual studies and site due diligence with the development and preconstruction team during to determine a prospective site’s feasibility. 
• Collaborate with Annex’s civil engineer to assist with site analysis, site due diligence, assess site conditions and building site      design options.

Architectural Production Standards Creation

• Develop, create, orchestrate, update, and manage Annex’s Revit and CAD graphic standards and templates.
• Develop, create, update, and manage Annex’s Revit family library.
• Assist with the development, creation and maintenance of Annex’s design standards and apartment unit standards.

Architectural Construction Administration

• Review and answer project RFIs, submittals, shop drawings during construction administration where TAG serves as the AOR.
• Conduct site visits if/when appropriate to ensure design documents compliance and to collaborate on solutions to issues that arise during the construction process. Collaborate with external engineering consultants to ensure accuracy of plans, alignment with project goals, and timely submittals.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Architecture.
• NAAB accredited Bachelor’s in Architecture or Master’s in Architecture degree and on course for licensure and NCARB certification. 
• Strong proficiency in relevant architectural software. Candidate must have experience with modeling in Autodesk Revit and managing Autodesk Forma Design Collaboration. 
• Experience with SketchUp, Enscape, SpecLink or Specpoint and Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
• Ability to learn and utilize Zenerate feasibility study tool for land development.
• Knowledge of building codes, zoning regulations, and industry standards related to multifamily design.
• Demonstrated ability to balance design aesthetics with technical functionality and constructability.
• Understanding of sustainable design principles and commitment to creating environmentally responsible projects.
• Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Willingness to ask questions and learn from senior staff.
• Proficient in effective communication and teamwork.
• Maintains a positive outlook and embraces a collaborative team approach.
• Proven leadership skills that cultivate collaboration among the internal and external team members
• Must be willing to occasional travel for construction project inspections and related items.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasional walking, standing, sitting \within the work area.
• Occasional driving to/from locations for business-related purposes
• Routine travel requiring air travel and overnight stay.
• Walking, observing, and documenting activity in and around job sites.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The work environment is that of a fast-paced office with minimal noise levels.
• This position requires working independently as well as part of a team.
• This position requires verbal and face-to-face contact with others daily.
• Frequent use of a computer is necessary as well as all general office equipment.
• Ability to work out of The Annex Group’s corporate office daily, in Fishers, IN.
• At times while on site this position will be exposed to routine job site hazards and thus appropriate safety precautions will need to be adhered to in strict accordance to OSHA