Graduate Architect

Why HRC?

For more than 100 years, HRC has served municipal, industrial, and private clients. That longevity is made possible by our dedicated team members. Investing in our people is central to our business and what we do – it drives our purpose and keeps us progressing. Our employees share this philosophy and demonstrate these values every day through their interactions with colleagues and clients.

Founded in 1915, HRC provides a full range of engineering and architectural services to our clients. Headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, HRC also maintains five branch offices. HRC has been recognized as an ENR Top 500 Design Firm and as one of Crain’s Detroit Business magazine’s Cool Places to Work in Michigan. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k), continuing education reimbursement, paid time off, paid federal holidays, and flexible work hours that support work-life balance.

HRC’s Architecture Department works on a wide variety of projects and has continued to grow over the years, expanding both the types and scale of projects we undertake. We are looking for someone who wants to grow with our team. We value self-motivated individuals while also providing mentorship, collaboration, and support as part of our daily work.

Description of Ideal Candidate:

A competent, motivated architectural professional who is passionate about the built environment.  The ideal candidate enjoys teamwork involving multiple disciplines, a self-starter who is adaptable and willing to regularly learn new skills.  They should possess a strong work ethic, discipline, professionalism, strong organizational skills and a desire to grow individually as well as the desire to grow and develop a team. 

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture or Associate in Architectural Engineering.  Working towards Masters of Architecture preferred.
• 1-5 years of professional experience
• Experience in industrial, commercial or municipal projects preferred
• Proficiency in current versions of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of Revit and Adobe Design Suite is a plus
• Working towards licensure in the State of Michigan is a plus

Responsibilities:

• Reports to the Project Manager in charge of the assigned project
• Work in support of architectural design and development of projects (CAD, code research and application, product research and application, cost estimating and application of other programs & technology)
• Client interaction for review of design and planning concepts
• Prepare design development and construction documents, including details and specifications
• Construction administration, including shop drawing review, RFIs and job site observation
• Provide external communications via telephone calls and/or email, and prepare correspondence as required by various projects
• Communicate with consultants and manufacturers
• Prepare 2-D and 3-D color renderings of design concepts

Desired Skills and Attributes:

• Produce high-quality architectural technical drawings and specifications. 
• Demonstrates effectiveness in working in a team setting, communicating with others, client satisfaction and technical competence
• Strong organizational skills, accuracy and dependability
• Capable of carrying out independent assignments with minimal supervision
• Understanding of building systems, construction practices and methodologies
• Adept at problem solving
• Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal and time management skills
• Ability to safely work in industrial and construction settings when needed
• Artistic and visual communication ability