Architect Designer Land Development

Entry-Level Architect - Land Development

Westwood Professional Services Inc.

Westwood Professional Services Inc.is seeking an entry-levelArchitect to join our Land Development team in our Christiansburg VA office. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. The entry-level Architect performs design iteration compiles data and completes elementary architectural assignments; prepares project architectural plans as requested; observes construction in the field; works under direct supervision of a licensed architect or senior project manager; and works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role.

Consults with Architect to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure or renovation and prepares information regarding design specifications materials color equipment estimated costs and construction time
Visits project site to become familiar with existing conditions
Uses manual and electronic tools to measure and record existing conditions
Assists Architect in layout of project and integrating engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval
Prepares scale drawings and contract documents for building contractors
Prepares and files project documentation and transmittals
Assists Architect in administration of construction contracts and periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with plans
Assists in shop drawing review
Prepares studies and reports
Prepares project designs and plans using computer assisted design software and equipment
Maintains equipment in good working condition
Understands and obeys site safety requirements for construction sites

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge of the art and science of designing buildings and structures styles of design and methods of construction of buildings and other physical structures
Ability to read analyze and interpret general business periodicals professional journals or government regulations
Ability to write reports and business correspondence
Moderate proficiency in AutoCAD Revit and other discipline specific software
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products
Valid Virginia drivers license and a satisfactory driving record

Bachelors degree in architecture from a four or five-year college or university
Must establish and maintain personal NCARB record in preparation of licensure examinations
Must complete training and testing for licensure within established time frame
Work is closely managed
0-3 years of related experience

At Westwood our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid design resilient infrastructure and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation we stand at the forefront of our industry dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts retains and develops high performers. Our team values relationships innovation dedication initiative and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative One Team mentality yields superior outcomes
in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients success driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety sustainability and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives we enrich the lives of those we serve engage others within our industry and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2024 Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #13 and #40 respectively on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood one national 1st place award for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #83 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2024. The firm consistently ranks on the industrys top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.