Architect/Senior Draftsman

Jensen Builders Ltd

  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 11 days ago
Jensen Builders is a growing design/build construction company offering a friendly, dynamic work environment, excellent opportunities to utilize and build your skills and experience, and the chance to work on a variety of great projects. Jensen Builders is 100% employee owned (Employee Stock Ownership Program).Ideal candidates will have a professional degree in architecture & Iowa registration preferred. Must exhibit skill and experience in designing and drafting in all phases of work with emphasis in Design Development, Construction Document and As-built phases of a project. Applicants must be proficient with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, StruCalc or similar 3D drafting & structural software and Adobe Suite. Excellent presentation, writing and verbal skills are advantageous. Help, support the Jensen Builders Core Values of dependability, integrity, and diversity.Duties
  • Work with teams between multiple offices on a variety of project types, including laboratories, educational facilities, civic and government buildings, and other project types
  • Assist with marketing and developing strong relationships with existing clients and new client leads
  • Research and interpret applicable codes and regulations and verify that materials and details of construction are in conformance with codes and regulations.
  • Assist with production of construction drawings, exhibits, and reports using Revit.
  • Assist with the preparation of technical and front-end specifications.
  • Provide architectural design input to the project team.
  • Assist with feasibility studies, programming, schematic design, life safety and building envelope assessments.
Required Qualifications
  • Minimum of a Bachelor of Architecture Degree required.
  • State of Iowa Professional Architectural License required.
  • 3+ years of experience preferred.
  • Ability and desire to effectively communicate.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape, and other design communication tools.
  • Add value to our fast-paced and growing company.
  • Creative and proactive in all project tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Licensed architect or licensure-candidate with 2- 25+ years of experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate design ideas.
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate work efforts between multiple internal disciplines and external consultants.
  • Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape, and other design communication tools
Behavioral and Physical Function RequirementsBenefits For Full-time Construction Workers Include:
  • Paid Holidays
  • Vacation
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Term Life Insurance, AD&D
  • Disability
  • 401(k) (limited company match)
  • Travel Per Diem
  • Prescription safety glasses reimbursement
Jensen Builders, LTD is:
  • Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Drug-Free Workplace
  • participates in E-Verify

Jensen Builders Ltd