Architectural Designer

San Diego, Los Angeles, Seattle, Atlanta


Experience: 1 to 3 years

This Designer is a recent Architectural graduate with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited architectural university with 1 or 3 years of professional experience. They will perform various assignments under the supervision of senior team members. These qualities and characteristics will help an entry-level designer establish a solid foundation and contribute to the success of architectural projects within the firm.

Design Skills: Demonstrate creativity and a passion for design. Showcase an understanding of spatial relationships, form, and aesthetics. Possess the ability to generate design concepts and develop them into visual representations.

Software Proficiency: Have a basic understanding of architectural software tools, such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Endscape, Photoshop, illustrator or other design and modeling software commonly used in the industry. Proficiency in these tools is essential.

Communication and Collaboration: Possess effective verbal and written communication skills. Be able to express ideas clearly and concisely. Work well in a team environment, collaborating with colleagues and actively participating in design discussions.

Attention to Detail: Pay close attention to details in architectural drawings, ensure accuracy and precision in all work to maintain high-quality deliverables.

Learning Attitude: Display a willingness to learn and grow professionally. Be open to feedback and guidance from senior team members and actively seek opportunities to expand knowledge and skills.

Time Management: Demonstrate effective time management skills to meet project deadlines. Prioritize tasks and efficiently organize work to ensure timely completion of assigned responsibilities.

Problem-Solving Abilities: Exhibit critical thinking skills and the ability to solve design challenges. Be proactive in identifying issues and proposing solutions while seeking guidance as needed.

Adaptability: Be adaptable to changing project requirements and be willing to take on new responsibilities or tasks. Show flexibility in adjusting to evolving design objectives or client expectations.

Professionalism and Ethics: Uphold professional ethics, integrity, and confidentiality in all aspects of work. Maintain a high level of professionalism, respecting deadlines, and respecting the intellectual property of others.

Curiosity and Research Skills: Display a curiosity and willingness to research architectural trends, technologies, and sustainable design practices. Stay updated with industry advancements and emerging design methodologies.

Positive Attitude: Maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude towards work. Demonstrate a strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and a commitment to contributing to the success of the architectural firm.

Carrier Johnson Benefits Summary

Health, Disability, Retirement and Other Benefits and Amenities

As a regular, full-time employee, you are eligible to participate in all of Carrier Johnson + Culture sponsored benefits, plans and activities.  Carrier Johnson + Culture offers comprehensive medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, life insurance, 401(k) plan and flexible spending programs.  Carrier Johnson + Culture is pleased to provide 100% coverage for employee medical, dental and vision plans for those who choose the HMO plan.  If you choose to add additional dependents this will be at a reduced cost to you and deducted from your paycheck each pay period (pre-tax).  The amount will vary depending on the plan you select.  Carrier Johnson + Culture 401(k) plan does not include any matching.   In addition to offering the 401(k) plan Carrier Johnson + Culture offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Time-Off Benefits

You will accrue vacation at a rate of 3.33 hours for each pay period, (80 hours per year, or 2 weeks) for the first 4 years. 5.00 hours for each pay period begins accruing after 4 years (120 hours per year, or 3 weeks).

In addition to your vacation accrual, you will receive eight (8) paid holidays and you will receive forty eight (48) hours sick leave per year immediately upon hire.

At Carrier Johnson + Culture we offer two regular work schedules:  8 hours/5 days per week or a 9 hours Monday thru Thursday and a 4 hour Friday. Within these hours we offer a hybrid work model of in office and remote working.

Benefits Highlights

Rates and plans are subject to change on an annual basis

We are happy to share with you the benefit plans we have to offer.  Contributory plan details are included as attachments to this letter, you will also find attached, an employee bi-weekly contribution schedule for your cost considerations.

A list of contributory plans that we offer are:

  • Medical – No cost for employee only when they choose the HMO Plan (Employees outside the state of California have PPO option only available to them at no cost for employee only)
  • HMO plan UHC Gold Signature Value 30-60/20%/$500 Deductible
  • PPO plan UHC Gold Select Plus 25/500/20%
  • Kaiser Gold 80 HMO 250/25
  • United Health Dental PPO Plan
  • United Health (Vision) Plan
  • Flexible Spending plan for medical and/ or dependent care expenses
  • $50 per month allowance for cell phone usage (to be expensed monthly thru accounting system)
  • $50 per month allowance for internet usage (to be expensed monthly thru accounting system)
  • $20 per month allowance for gym memberships (to be expensed monthly thru accounting system)
  • Paid parking when requested
  • 401(k) plan with before tax/after tax contribution options, available after 30 days of employment
  • Auto Enrollment will begin after first 30 days of employment at rate of 6%
  • Voluntary plans for Supplemental Life Insurance, Short-term disability, Long-term disability, Cancer, and accident through MetLife
  • Legal Shield Legal plan
  • Aflac Medical plan
  • Additional Life Insurance plan increase up to 5x base salary (not to exceed $500,000) with employee Premium contribution.
  • No additional compensation offered for opting out of the plans

A list of Carrier Johnson + Culture sponsored plans you will be enrolled in.

  • Short-term Disability Insurance -thru Principal: Up to 60% of base weekly earnings (up to $2,308 per week). Benefits payable through 24 weeks of disability
  • Long-term Disability Insurance – thru Principal: Up to 60% of base monthly earnings (up to $10,000 per month for all active full-time employees.) Benefit begins after 180 days of disability.  Benefits payable for 24 months.
  • Accidental Death Insurance thru Principal: Amount equal to your Basic Life Insurance.
  • 50K Life Insurance plus one times base salary up to a Maximum Life Benefit of $250,000
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Travel Assistance Program
  • Chiropractic Care Available for Employee only. Includes up to 20 annual visits to In-network providers with $15 co-pay each visit.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Vesting in the ESOP commences at 20% per year following two years of employment
  • The first year of employment must exceed 1000 hours prior to September 1st of that year. The Plan is managed by The Newport Group
  • Less Than 2 Years of Employment – Vesting 0%
  • 2 Years of Employment – Vesting at 20%
  • 3 Years of Employment – Vesting at 40%
  • 4 Years of Employment – Vesting at 60%
  • 5 Years of Employment – Vesting at 80%
  • 6 Years of Employment – Vesting at 100%
Salary is commensurate with experience

$65,000 – $75,000


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