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Architectural Designer - UMIAQ Design

Requisition ID
2025-24029
Category
Engineering
Location : Location
US-AK-Anchorage
Travel Requirement
10% - 25%
Entity : Name
UMIAQ Design LLC

Overview

UMIAQ Design is seeking an architectural designer to collaborate on building design projects across the state of Alaska. The UMIAQ Design architectural team is actively working on many exciting long term design projects. The architectural designer will work and interact with a small team of professionals in a collaborative office setting.

Responsibilities

Esential functions will include:

  • Develop building design and construction drawings with Autodesk AutoCAD and Revit software
  • Stay current on materials, building technologies, and construction methods
  • Selecting and evaluating building products and materials
  • Ensure that designs comply with local, state, and federal building codes and regulations
  • Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and other professionals involved in the design process
  • Review construction materials and techniques to ensure they meet quality standards
  • Collaborate with clients to determine project requirements and design parameters
  • Assist in the development and presentation of design proposals and designs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Final year of or has completed a Bachelor of Architecture or Master’s in Architecture from an accredited program.
  • Strong design skills and ability to communicate design ideas clearly.
  • Attention to detail, motivated, and self-reliant.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit Design software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal building codes and regulations.
  • Arctic or northern design experience is desirable.
  • Understanding of building materials and methods.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients, construction workers, and other professionals involved in the design and construction process.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Critical thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of related work experience in an architectural office.
  • Surveying background.

Physical and Mental Demands:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

  • Frequent hand and finger use for drafting, typing, and design software.

  • Visual acuity to read, analyze, and produce detailed drawings and specifications.

  • Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching to handle files, drawings, or models.

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds of documents or equipment.

  • Mental focus to concentrate on complex technical tasks for extended periods.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

  • Problem-solving, analytical thinking, and creativity required in design work.

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to interact with teams and clients.

Working Conditions:

  • Work is primarily performed in an office setting with standard office equipment.

  • Some travel required to project sites and client meetings.

  • Site visits may involve walking on uneven terrain, climbing stairs, or entering active construction areas.

  • May occasionally be exposed to weather conditions during site inspections.

  • Work hours are generally standard but may require flexibility to meet project deadlines.

  • Occasional travel to remote jobsites in Alaska accessible via small aircraft or other small motorized vehicles.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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UIC Commercial Services, LLC is a holding company under Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC), an Alaska Native Corporation providing a wide variety of services including a full range of construction services, design and architecture services, environmental consulting, permitting and compliance and remediation, oil and gas support, ocean-going cargo and shipping services and specialized companies. Several of our companies are SBA 8(a) certified, small disadvantaged businesses and offer substantially competitive rates. Collectively, we offer a breadth of services which we perform with a focus on quality results. UIC and its subsidiaries are committed to and strive for safety, quality, business ethics, and shareholder value. We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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