Architectural & Landscape Architectural Designer

Firm:

Fair Studio is a small design studio located in Manhattan Beach, CA focused on architectural and landscape architectural design. We are a blended team of motivated remote and local employees.

About Position

The core accountability of this role is to design architectural deliverables for our projects and provide close support to a project lead designer. This position requires a thorough understanding and appreciation for the design and life of a project, as well as an ability and inclination to serve project managers, consultants, and clients with high quality, efficient deliverables.

This position is for those who already have great talent and want to elevate their skills by taking projects from start to finish and owning all phases of the architecture process. If you do not meet the requirements listed below, we ask that you spare us the application.

Job Requirements

• Manage an overseas team to produce design options
• Execute project plans
• Execute design intent and documentation quality in all deliverables from Concept through Construction Administration
• Collaborate with project consultants
• Represent the studio in in-person design meetings and site visits

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree or Master's in Architecture or ability to provide samples of work from high-end residential projects
• Strong sense of urgency for meeting weekly deadlines
• Deep working knowledge of SketchUp’s Layout or a committed willingness to learn and master it quickly
• Fluent in 3D modeling in SketchUp
• 3-5 years professional experience
• Ability to produce photorealistic, high-quality renderings is an asset but not a requirement
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership and self-motivation
• Strong graphic communication skills
• Punctual and organized

Cultural Fit

We believe that a cultural fit is the highest priority. Therefore, we have outlined several items that define our studio culture. Fair Studio shares the following 5 core values:

• Excellence: We strive to be the best in all aspects of our life and work.
• Servant’s Heart: We embrace the art of service.
• Rookie’s Advantage: We pursue a steep learning curve.
• Detective’s Curiosity: We demonstrate active listening.
• Warrior’s Spirit: We overcome obstacles with bravery.