Architectural Designer

Experience: 5 - 9 years

Day-to-day operations:

1. Carry out duties assigned by superior for day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with established standards and procedures.
2. Prepare Concept design input, preliminary or detailed design.
3. Prepare General arrangement (GA), architectural layouts, detailed production/construction drawings, MTOs, and material submittals.
4. Coordinate with drafting personnel for checking and issuing of drawings.
5. Provide Estimation support.
6. Prepare documentation for approval of Class and statutory bodies.
7. Review vendor technical offers, compliance statements, etc.
8. Participate and provide inputs for 3D modelling.
9. Review client specifications and prepare clear scope matrix, raise TQ and clarifications.

Technical competencies:

1. Exposure to Drafting & Modelling tools.
2. Knowledge of Classification Society Rules and Statutory Regulations.
3. Good coordination and presentation skills.
4. Ability to develop, interpret, and follow method statements and procedures, specifications, drawings, and all other discipline-related project and engineering documentation.
5. Thorough understanding of technical drawings, plans, and data.
6. Possess knowledge of MS Office applications.
7. Knowledge and experience in ship repair and new building works.

Creativity:

1. Thinking outside the box to create unique designs.
2. Adjusting designs based on feedback or changing requirements.
3. Addressing unforeseen challenges during the design process.
4. Demonstrating enthusiasm for innovative and impactful designs.

Knowledge of Trends and Technologies:

1. Awareness of green building certifications like LEED or BREEAM.
2. Integrating technology for smart homes and buildings.
3. Staying updated on architectural trends and innovations.

Additional Desirable Skills:

1. Incorporating local and cultural elements into designs.
2. Presenting ideas to stakeholders and at design reviews.
3. Ability to quickly convey ideas through freehand sketches.
4. Understanding larger-scale planning and zoning considerations.

Technical Skills:

1. Proficiency in designing structures, layouts, and spaces that meet client requirements and regulations.
2. Expertise in software like AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, or ArchiCAD for creating technical drawings and 3D models.
3. Using tools like Lumion, V-Ray, or Enscape for photorealistic renderings.
4. Knowledge of BIM tools for collaborative design and documentation.
5. Understanding building materials, methods, and systems.

Creative Skills:

1. Strong sense of design, form, and proportion.
2. Ability to translate abstract ideas into concrete designs.
3. Innovatively addressing design challenges, such as spatial constraints or budget limitations.
4. Designing eco-friendly and energy-efficient buildings.

Analytical Skills:

1. Familiarity with local building codes, zoning laws, and regulations.
2. Basic understanding of engineering principles to ensure design feasibility.
3. Evaluating environmental, geographic, and cultural factors for design suitability.
4. Designing within financial constraints and optimizing material use.

Communication Skills:

1. Understanding client needs and translating them into design solutions.
2. Effectively presenting concepts through visuals, models, and verbal explanations.
3. Working with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
4. Preparing clear and comprehensive design documentation.

Technical Tools:

1. Proficiency in Rhino, 3ds Max, or Blender.
2. Skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign for presentation materials.
3. Knowledge of Grasshopper or Dynamo for complex geometries.
4. Experience with immersive design visualization.