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Apogee Consulting was founded in 1999 with a core belief in meeting the practical needs of our clients. Born as an electrical design firm, we have evolved into a full-service Architecture and Engineering firm specializing in healthcare design. We are passionate about fostering a truly collaborative design process where architects, engineers, and other disciplines seamlessly work together towards shared goals. Our flat organizational structure encourages individual growth, creativity, and a sense of ownership in every project. With a presence across 47 states, we offer exciting opportunities to work on diverse and impactful projects that shape the future of healthcare. 

As an Architectural Designer at Apogee, you will transform conceptual ideas into clear, complete, and accurate architectural plans, construction documents, and detail drawings. This role requires a passionate, driven professional who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and problem-solving while balancing design intent with constructability. Working closely with architects, engineers, and project teams, you will develop high-quality, code-compliant design solutions and contribute to projects from concept through documentation. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence, with a desire to grow in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality architectural drawings, construction documents, and design deliverables using Revit software.
• Develop plans, elevations, sections, details, and visual presentations from sketches, markups, and design concepts.
• Translate design intent into innovative, practical, and constructible solutions.
• Coordinate designs with architects, engineers, and project teams to ensure project success.
• Conduct site visits, document existing conditions, and incorporate findings into design development.
• Participate in design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and interdisciplinary coordination meetings.
• Ensure drawings comply with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Communicate design rationale and recommendations clearly to clients and stakeholders.
• Research building materials, products, technologies, and industry trends to inform design decisions.
• Apply quality control measures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of project deliverables.
• Support construction administration activities, including responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals.
• Manage multiple priorities while meeting project schedules and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

• Healthcare Experience is preferred
• Education Requirement: Associates Degree; Bachelor of Arts or Science in Architecture or related discipline (preferred).
• Work Experience: Three of more years of architectural drafting experience
• Computer Skills: Revit, MS Office Suite, Enscape
• Licenses/Certifications: Working towards Architectural Licensure.
• Travel: up to 20% depending on project

Benefits

The employees of Apogee Consulting Group are the company's most valuable resources. In addition to providing a safe and happy work environment, we also give each and every one of our employees a robust benefits package.

• Generous salary
• Up to five weeks of vacation (depending on experience)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with company assistance
• Free Short and long-term disability insurance, Life Insurance
• HSA & FSA Options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-matched 401(k)
• 8 paid holidays with 1 Birthday floating holiday to use at your discretion
• Professional license bonuses
• Continued educational reimbursement with manager pre-approval.

Apogee does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
As federal contractors, U.S. citizenship is required, and background checks will be performed.

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