Architectural Staff I (HybridFlex)

Architectural Staff I (Hybrid/Flex)

Our growing firm is looking for passionate problem-solvers driven to make a real impact: were hiring an Architectural Staff! The Architectural Staff I works with Architects and Project Managers to prepare complete construction documents and assist during the construction support phase.

Your role:

• Layout plans sections and details to specified CAD standards working directly with engineers or project managers.

• Perform analyses of design planning and occupancy studies and design layouts with oversight from senior level staff.

• Prepares project specifications compiling and analyzing relevant data. Writes reports and specifications. Reviews completed reports plans estimates and calculations.

• Provide direction and distribute work to Technicians.

• Review and back-check Technicians work.

• Coordinate with design team members and product vendors.

• Communicate with clients and/or contractors regarding RFIs and field questions.

• Maintain awareness of fees and drafting time understand project scope and identify potential additional service items.

• Review shop drawings.

• Attend internal coordination meetings and client coordination meetings as needed.

• Occasional travel for site observations and field measurements.

Your resume must include:

• 3-5 years of related experience.

• A bachelors degree in architecture from an accredited program.

Starting Annual Salary Range: $60000 - $75000. A variety of factors are considered when determining an offer including but not limited to market data geographic location experience and specialized skills.

Benefits: Health dental vision life insurance profit-sharing 401(k) discretionary bonus program paid leave and more!

Get to Know VAA

VAA is an Engineering Planning and Design firm specializing in commercial projects bulk commodity-handling facilities and structures for value-added processing manufacturing and distribution. VAA is one of the industrys leading firms combining nearly a half-century of excellence with a vibrant future-focused energy. We serve a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from multinational corporations to local municipalities to individual farms and businesses.

Hear first-hand what its like to work here the range of opportunities you can find and the wealth of resources that will support you - both professionally and personally: VAA

• Its not all calcs and CAD around here. Join your peers for a chili cookoff or homebrew tasting... get an opportunity to dunk the CEO during our annual Community Caring Campaign. Take advantage of charitable PTO to volunteer for organizations youre passionate about. At VAA were committed to building community from within and making a difference in the communities where we live and work.
• Support for life/work balance: flexible schedule options onsite gym Employee Assistance Program and fun opportunities for friendly competition
• Ongoing professional development including mentoring online learning and tuition reimbursement.
• An award-winning workplace recognized by USA Today as a national 2024 and 2025 Top Workplace USA and by the Star Tribune as one of Minnesotas Top 200 Workplaces (2022/2023/2024/2025).

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VAA is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Vets/Disability employer

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