Employment

McCandless & Associates, Architects is an equal opportunity employer with the belief that our employees are key to our company’s success. We provide a team approach to our project designs and solutions, placing each team member in the position that maximizes their individual skills and expertise in a team environment. This in turn produces creative projects of quality and excellence.

We have an exemplary reputation for quality and we always invite all interested employment candidates from entry-level to experienced architect to submit a resume.

Currently our office is expanding, so we are actively seeking new talent to join our team.  We provide a flexible, family-friendly, collaborative & supportive work environment.  Our benefits package for full-time employees includes:

  • 80 hrs PTO for employees with 0-5 years (increased for employees with 6+ years)
  • Paid holidays (7 days/year)
  • 401k Retirement package with 50% employer match contribution (after 1 yr & 1,000 hrs)

Compensation for each position is always commensurate with experience.   Consider joining our team!  Drop us a note & email your resume.

CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS

Office Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work with remote bookkeeper to help process payroll & pay bills
  • Work with CPA to plan for tax preparation
  • Manage, process and file client and vendor invoices
  • Human Resources management (i.e. process job applicants, administer new hire  orientation activities, assist in benefit enrollment, timekeeping system set up, and termination processing)
  • Maintain Workman’s Comp and other Insurance policies, Business Licensing, etc.
  • Maintain current project & office files
  • Assist in arranging for and receiving services related office equipment, telecommunications needs, and building maintenance services
  • Preparation of marketing materials
  • General Office administration (i.e. ordering office supplies, monitoring & organizing office inventory, filing, etc.)
  • Answer phone in a professional manner, route calls to appropriate staff, take and distribute messages
  • Collect and distribute all incoming mail and courier items
  • Help maintain product & material library
  • Assist design staff with in any miscellaneous duties, projects and activities as required

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum 5 Years of office management experience
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, etc.)
  • Knowledge of QuickBooks (desktop & online)
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Exhibit customer service attitude with professional, team-player disposition

BIM/CAD Designer

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Document existing building and site conditions through field measurements, sketches and photographs.
  • Depending on the size & scope of the project you will work on various phases of design through construction administration.
  • Produce complete sets of construction documents.
  • Prepare renderings and color boards as needed to illustrate design ideas and concepts for presentation to clients and for jurisdictional design review applications.
  • Perform product research for finishes, materials, lighting, plumbing fixtures.
  • Effectively coordinate and communicate with consultants and design team members.
  • Meet project schedules on time & within budget
  • Maintain BIM/CAD library & office standards

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be proficient in Revit & AutoCAD with excellent modeling & documentation skills.  Rendering skills in Revit a plus
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, etc.), Adobe Acrobat & Photoshop
  • Able to work effectively both independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Must be familiar with CBC and ADA.
  • Familiar with a variety of standard building materials and related construction techniques
  • Possess excellent written & verbal communication skills.
  • Exhibit customer service attitude with professional, team-player disposition

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

  • 3 to 5 years of professional experience in commercial and residential design.
  • Portfolio of work that demonstrates excellence in construction documentation skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree (in Architecture or a related field) preferred.
  • Current ARE candidate preferred

Project Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for all aspects of development & execution of projects including site surveys, entitlements, zoning & code research, due diligence reports, design & production through all phases (SD, DD, CD & CA).
  • Coordinate with client, outside consultants, AHJ, product manufacturers, agencies & in-house staff as necessary for successful project completion
  • Monitor & maintain project schedules & consistently meet deadlines
  • Respond to RFIs & review submittals during construction administration
  • Select & specify colors, materials & finishes
  • Monitor project scope & take appropriate action when additional services are required
  • Maintain complete & accurate project files
  • Adhere to client prototype standards when applicable
  • Provide project status updates at regular staff meetings

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be proficient in Revit & AutoCAD with excellent modeling & documentation skills. Experience with Rendering in Revit and knowledge of Photoshop is helpful.
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, etc.), Adobe Acrobat & Photoshop
  • Able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize workload & keep multiple projects moving forward simultaneously
  • Must be familiar with CBC and ADA.
  • Familiar with a variety of standard building materials and related construction techniques
  • Possess excellent written & verbal communication skills.
  • Exhibit customer service attitude with professional, team-player disposition

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

  • 5 to 7 years of professional experience in commercial and residential design.
  • Portfolio of work that demonstrates excellence in design skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree (in Architecture or a closely related field).