Starting a new job at a new firm is a major life decision. We get it. But life is too short to spend working for a company you don’t love. That’s why at Cordtsen Design Architecture, we prioritize creating a fulfilling, flexible work culture along with generous, competitive pay and an exceptional benefits package.

As a Project Architect in either our Newport, Rhode Island or Brandon, Florida office, you’ll enjoy an energetic and engaging faith-based culture aspiring to a set of core values like kindness, gratitude, and service to others. You’ll have great opportunities for career growth and advancement. And while we place a high value on client relationships, we place that same level of care into making sure you'll know how much you’re appreciated and valued.

Every day at Cordtsen Design Architecture can be a dream come true!

Want to learn more? Watch “You Should Love Where You Work” to learn from our team firsthand what sets CDA apart from every other firm!

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO CDA:

• Bachelor's degree, minimum
• Licensed Architect (Preferred)
• At least 8 to 10 years’ postgraduate and relevant experience in the field
• Experience providing the entire scope of architectural services on large projects (Planning through Construction Administration)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work within teams
• Ability to work closely with other team members and clients throughout the life of a project
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• AutoCAD skills required
• Revit skills a plus
• Must live in and be authorized to work in the United States immediately
• Willing and able to work full-time on site in our Brandon, FL or Newport, RI office (this is not a remote position)

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING AT CDA:

• Design/drafting projects as it concerns all phases of design (As-builts, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Documents)
• Mentoring and delegating to others as needed
• 3D renderings and presentation boards
• Perform the process/coordination for securing town permitting (Zoning, HDC, CRMC, DEM, Planning, etc.)
• Perform client, consultant, & contractor coordination & correspondence
• Perform Code reviews
• Perform the bidding process (soft bid, final bids, etc.)
• Perform Construction Administration

WHY YOU’LL LOVE CDA:

• Fully Paid Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, incl. Deductibles & Co-Pays
• Generous Paid Time Off (including Flex-Time) plus additional 10 Paid Holidays
• Twice Yearly Performance Bonuses
• Matching Retirement Plan (up to 3% of your pay)
• Professional Development Opportunities & Mentoring
• Annual AIA Renewal Reimbursement
• Weekly Production Meetings with Lunch Provided
• Monthly Staff Meetings with “CSI Awards”
• Personal Housekeeping or Landscaping Services
• Care Ministry
• You won't find a better company culture anywhere!

CDA’S CORE VALUES:

• Enjoys client relationships
• Creative problem solver
• Organized / Efficient
• Kindness with Gratitude
• Embraces feedback
• Motivated self-learner
• Inspires others through service

About Cordtsen Design Architecture, Inc.

Cordtsen Design Architecture is a firm like no other, with a focus on building relationships that last a lifetime while designing creative, inspired buildings and spaces. We enjoy supportive and encouraging teamwork while working in a fast-paced, faith-based and highly collaborative culture designed for professional and personal growth. Our core values encourage us to be the best we can be both personally and professionally, all while living, working and playing in two of America's most sought-after destinations: Newport, RI & Tampa Bay, FL. Every day at CDA is a dream come true! Our primary markets are high-end and luxury residential (new construction and renovations), hospitality, and commercial, with a steady flow of design work for other projects including master planning, retail, banking, churches, office buildings and much more. As of this writing, between our two offices we employ 4 full-time architects, 7 full-time architectural designers, and 2 full-time administrative staff for support. We have enjoyed continual growth in size, reach and reputation every year by providing our clients with stellar architectural design services and attentive, responsive customer service.

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