We are seeking creative, energetic team players who are passionate about design to grow our multi-studio practice. Professional growth opportunities are available in our aviation, science and tech, workplace, and public studios. We are looking for self-directed individuals that can move tasks and portions of projects (exterior or interior detailing) forward with limited oversight. Excellent communication skills and a sound working knowledge of architecture principles are essential.

Required: Graduates of accredited architecture programs with 10 to 15 years of experience and are licensed.

Primary roles and responsibilities include:

• Works closely on a day-to-day basis with the project’s designer and manager to execute project plans and develops project documents during the design, bidding, and construction phases.
• Can be relied upon to present directly to the client on technical and design solutions.
• Coordinates with a project manager to directly supervise the team’s design and technical delivery. 
• Skilled at coordinating moderately sized projects and consultant teams, with limited phasing.
• Understands and provides mentoring within a team.
• Coordinates phased quality assurance coordination and constructability reviews. Meets established project budgets and schedules.
• Effectively utilizes technical software and graphic tools. Proficiency is required in Revit, some knowledge of SketchUp and AutoCAD, and competence in Adobe Creative Suite applications.

Alliiance provides competitive compensation based on professional experience, discretionary profit-sharing/retirement benefits, fiscal year and calendar year bonuses, health and dental insurance, flexible benefits, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, mentorship, opportunities for professional development, and continuing education. Base salary ranges from $90,000 to $115,000 annually.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Carol Nagele-Vitalis at careers@alliiance.com. Portfolio excerpts or electronic links are also welcome. Alliiance is an AA/EOE. 

We are seeking creative and energetic team players who are passionate about design to grow our multi-studio practice. Professional growth opportunities are available in our aviation, academic, civic and community, lifestyle, and workplace studios. Strong communication skills and a sound knowledge of architecture principles are essential.

Required: Graduate of an accredited architectural program with a minimum of 6 years of experience and licensed (or in process).

Primary roles and responsibilities include:

• Working closely, on a day-to-day basis, with the project’s designer and manager, and other team members.
• Developing project documents during the design, bidding, and construction phases.
• Coordinating the drawing work of the design team.
• Coordinating the efforts of the specialized consultants.
• Assisting with project presentations for the client and others as required.
• Meeting established project budgets and schedules.
• Implementing the project quality control measures.
• Coordinating with the construction team on a day-to-day basis during the construction phase of the project.
• Effectively utilizing technical software and graphic tools. Requirements include proficiency in Revit, knowledge of SketchUp and AutoCAD, and competence in Adobe Creative Suite applications.
• Participating in firm-sponsored training and professional development activities.
• Collaborating with team members and stakeholders through flexible work arrangements.

Alliiance provides competitive compensation based on professional experience, discretionary profit-sharing/retirement benefits, fiscal year and calendar year bonuses, health and dental insurance, flexible benefits, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, mentorship, opportunities for professional development, and continuing education. Base salary ranges from $70,000 to $90,000 annually.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Carol Nagele-Vitalis at careers@alliiance.com. Portfolio excerpts or electronic links are also welcome. Alliiance is an AA/EOE.

Architect (multiple positions available) for The Alliance, Inc. dba Alliiance, Minneapolis, MN.

Responsible for participating, under the direct supervision of a senior licensed architect, in the design of architectural projects, including: preparing detailed drawings of the architectural features of buildings according to client customization requirements and specifications. Researching and evaluating each project context, including site, surrounding buildings and urban planning. Evaluating specific projects in their context of relevant local, state, and federal regulations for the protection of public health, safety and welfare. Evaluating, reconciling and coordinating applicable regulatory requirements and professional design standards.

Developing graphic and written conceptual design solutions for client approval. Refining project schematic designs according to architectural and engineering practices, and selecting proper materials. Selecting structural, mechanical, electrical and other systems for their integration into the building design by coordinating with civil, structural, electrical, mechanical and other specialized consultants. Preparing written and graphic instructions used for construction of the project. Analyzing and selecting building materials and systems for projects. Facilitating project communication and maintaining project records. Observing construction for conformance with drawings and specifications.

Construction administration activities including site visits, coordination with contractors and consultants, submittal and RFI logs, and issuing construction directives. Work with aviation buildings and federal buildings. Work within existing buildings, especially aviation buildings that must adhere to federal building requirements. Work on teams with mechanical engineers and electrical engineers, updating the existing infrastructure and utilities to current standards with considerations related to energy savings. Modeling and rendering. Assisting staff in the execution of visualization tasks.  Developing images and virtual reality demonstrations for design meetings.

Utilizes the following architectural design software: Autodesk (Revit, AutoCAD), Adobe (Lightroom, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), SketchUp, Rhino, Enscape, Lumion, and Bluebeam Revu.

Requirements:

Requires a Master’s degree in Architecture from a National Architectural Accredited Board (NAAB) university program and 3 years of experience as an architect or related position in aviation architectural design.

Minnesota Architecture License

Must possess a minimum of 3 years of experience with the following:

• Autodesk (Revit, AutoCAD),
• Adobe (Lightroom, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign),
• SketchUp,
• Rhino,
• Enscape,
• Lumion,
• Bluebeam Revu,
• Construction administration activities including site visits, coordination with contractors and consultants, submittal and RFI logs, and issuing construction directives.
• Working with mechanical and electrical engineers,
• Working in an existing airport, with federal building requirements.

Hybrid position – may work remotely up to 3 days per week.

Portfolio required.

Please reference Req #101 when applying and submit a cover letter and resume to Carol Nagele-Vitalis at careers@alliiance.com.

Alliiance is an AA/EOE.

Salary: $85,093/yr

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We seek a creative and energetic design project designer to join our multi-studio practice. Designers work in conjunction with lead designers to develop concepts that meet projects’ aspirational and practical goals.

We value collaborative individuals who are passionate about planning best practices and sustainability; who understand the importance of integrating systems and infrastructure in design; who are interested in the integration of materials, assemblies, and detailing; and who have an ability to bring innovative design ideas to a project through their broad knowledge and experience.

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited architecture program with 10+ years of experience and diverse knowledge of architecture principles, practice, and design detailing. An architectural license is preferred.

Primary roles and responsibilities include:

• Working closely on a day-to-day basis with the lead designer, project manager, and other team members to develop graphic and written design solutions for client approval
• Creating project visuals including renderings and concept diagrams during the design phases
• Researching and evaluating project context including site, surrounding buildings, and urban planning
• Evaluating projects in the context of relevant local, state, and federal regulations
• Analyzing and selecting building materials and systems
• Communicating design-related topics and decisions to the design team and the client
• Assisting, or leading, with presentations to the client and others
• Effectively utilizing software and graphic tools with required proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, and Enscape; some knowledge of AutoCAD; competence in Adobe Creative Suite applications; and experience in Grasshopper and Rhino
• Collaborating with team members and stakeholders through flexible work arrangements

Alliiance provides competitive compensation based on professional experience, discretionary profit-sharing/retirement benefits, fiscal year and calendar year bonuses, health and dental insurance, flexible benefits, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, mentorship, opportunities for professional development, and continuing education. Base salary ranges from $85,000 to $100,000 annually.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Carol Nagele-Vitalis at careers@alliiance.com. Portfolio excerpts or electronic links are also welcome. Alliiance is an AA/EOE.