Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Architecture Designer II to join our Cary, NC office!

Candidate will be responsible for specific technical design aspects of an assigned major project, including investigation, evaluation, and recommendation of design solutions that best meet the client’s needs. Provides professional architectural consultation in the planning, design, and coordination of large, complex projects. Independently applies advanced architectural concepts and designs. Carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. May provide technical guidance to less experienced architects/ architectural staff.

• Works closely with a Senior Architect / Project Manager, independently preparing, and presenting client-focused design solutions to project team members.
• Prepares contract drawings during all design phases of a project.
• Coordinates and collaborates in activities with employees in other disciplines and departments, internally and externally.
• Prepare designs, renderings, sketches, diagrams, schematics, and working drawings to illustrate design solutions, and develops and documents details to communicate design intent.
• Develops project specifications and assists the Project Architect in editing specifications.
• Develops, adapts, or modifies design features and details under the direction of a Project Manager, or a Project Architect.
• Performs basic architectural/engineering calculations.
• Prepares reports, and related data tables.
• Maintains liaison with design and drafting groups.
• Prepares, reviews, and approves drawings as required under the direction of the Supervising Architect.
• Performs technical assignments of moderate complexity within approved schedules and budgets.
• Coordinates technical and administrative activities with employees in other disciplines, and other departments participating on an assigned project.
• Manages a small team of design staff when requested or assigned.
• Assists in the training and evaluation of assigned architectural and design/drafting personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned by a Project Manager or senior team members.

• Candidate shall have a professional degree in architecture from an accredited institution, plus at least six years of related experience.
• 6 or more years’ experience.
• Non-licensed architectural staff.
• Highly proficient in REVIT, AutoCad Architecture version 2022, and have the ability to annotate plans and details.
• Working knowledge of Word & Excel and Outlook.
• May also have 3D Rendering Software capabilities.
• Actively seeks licensure, has NCARB membership, and works toward completing certification.
• Actively seeking LEED accreditation and obtain membership/ participation in industry-focused events.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!