Employment Opportunities

Part-time student wanted

MORE design+build in Dallas has an immediate opening for a part-time student to work on construction documents and various office tasks. Candidate must have good communication skills, willingness to learn, self-motivating, professional office skills, and be proficient in AutoCad, Photoshop and Sketchup. manuel@moredesignbuild.com

Student wanted

I just purchased a home on 1.8 acres of land in Dallas and I'm interested in offering my property to a student(s) to learn landscaping as well as helping me out by informing me as to what plants exist on it currently, perhaps develop an architectural plan for the future, etc. Of course, I would be willing to compensate for your services as well. If you are interested in this, please contact me I can be reached via this email or my cell phone number is below. I appreciate discussing this arrangement with you. Thank you.

C. McLaughlin - camclaugh@att.net - 214-675-0776

bcFELLOW

The buildingcommunityWORKSHOP is a Dallas based nonprofit community design center seeking to improve the livability and viability of communities through the practice of thoughtful design and making. We enrich the lives of citizens by bringing design thinking to areas of our city where resources are most scarce. To do so, the bcWORKSHOP recognizes that it must first understand the social, economic, and environmental issues facing a community before beginning work.

The bcWORKSHOP’s current programs serve households and neighborhoods, with projects located primarily Dallas and Brownsville, Texas. With the addition of VISTA volunteers as listed below, we will target communities in the Brownsville area.

Position Title: bcFELLOW [VISTA member]

http://www.americorps.gov/about/programs/vista.asp

Number available: 3 (1 in Brownsville, Tx and 2 in Dallas, Tx)

Location: Dallas, Tx and Brownsville, Tx

Duration: April 2013-April 2014

Purpose: bcFELLOWS work to develop new and progress established efforts through bcWORKSHOP’s three areas of focus: planning, making, and informing. Individuals interested in Public Design with a strong sense of personal motivation and interest in the exploration and shaping of the city should apply.

bcFELLOWS are part of a highly collaborative team environment where teamwork is the most important quality followed by creative ability. Applicants should communicate why they are interested in applying their discipline to improving the livablility and viability of communities with specific declaration towards one of the following urban development issue areas: density, connectivity, public space, or equity.

A strong preference is given to those with design training and/or experience, however all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Applicants interested in applying for the Brownsville location must be fluent in Spanish. Work should be eligible for credit towards the NCAARB Intern Development Program.

VISTA: Funding for this position has been made possible by a grant from the Corporation for National and Community Service. If selected, applicant will enroll in AmeriCorps VISTA program for one year, full time. Each VISTA will report to the bcWORKSHOP Directors and work with other bcWORKSHOP staff on a regular basis. Please visit http://www.americorps.gov/about/programs/vista.asp for more information.

Contact: Please email interest letter, resume, and work samples (4mb maximum file size) to: Trena Lechleitner (no phone calls please) attrena@bcworkshop.org. Please reference 2013/2014 bcFELLOW in the subject line of your email.

Immediate Part-time Internship

Mayse & Associates in Addison is looking for a part time student to work on construction documents, presentation boards, 3D renderings, and various office tasks. Office hours are from 8:30am-5:30pm with flexible hours and hourly pay. Candidate must have good communication skills, willingness to learn, self-motivating, professional office skills, and be proficient in AutoCadd, Photoshop and Sketchup.

Please email your resume to jreed@mayseassociates.com

INTERN POSITION

Senior Architect with broad experience in commercial and residential projects is starting a new practice in Fort Worth. I am looking for a bright, talented intern with skills in AutoCad and SketchUp. Should have general knowledge of Word, Excel, Photoshop, etc. Flexible hours possible. Send letter of interest, resume and work samples in .pdf format to: fergusonstudioarchitect@gmail.com. No phone calls, please.

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE INTERN

Harold Leidner Landscape Architects has an immediate opening for a Landscape Architecture Intern to work on a flexible, part-time basis to provide a various aspects of support for our office. Ideal candidate would be Graduate Landscape Architecture or Architecture student with excellent knowledge and proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp and Photoshop.

Primary Duties would include:

Provide drafting support in AutoCAD for Construction Documents.
Provide support using SketchUp for 3D modeling.
General drawing, production and office support to senior Landscape Architects.

Requirements:

Minimum of 20 hours per week and/or 1-2 days at our offices at our offices in Addison, TX to work with our staff on ongoing projects.
Excellent speed and proficiency in AutoCAD and SketchUp.
Reliability and dependability for time management and meeting deadlines.
Familiarity with Mac OS.
Self motivated.

Opportunities & Benefits:

This would present an opportunity to get real world, office and project experience in working on high-end residential landscape architectural projects.
Opportunity for possible full-time position.
Opportunity and flexibility for additional remote work on your own schedule at home to work around classes, on weekends or over holidays.
Excellent hourly pay based on skills, qualifications and work ethic.

If interested, please email a resume and PDF portfolio of your work to info@haroldleidner.com. Emails only please.

Architecture Intern Position

The Arlington Urban Design Center, located in the Arlington City Hall, has one position beginning approximately September 1 and continuing through the fall and spring semesters. Candidates must be students enrolled full time.

Candidate must possess a good basic knowledge of architecture and design principles, especially urban design, physical planning, and basic construction methods. A strong design portfolio with is required. Knowledge of 3D software rendering programs, Photoshop, and AutoCAD are required. Knowledge of InDesign is a plus. Maturity, professionalism, and excellent communication skills are key. Candidate must be available to work in the Design Center between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. every Monday through Thursday.

Applicants should forward a one page resume and a brief portfolio to rhudson@uta.edu. Applicants submitting files larger than 5mb will not be considered. Selected candidates will be contacted by the AUDC for interviews..

Graduating student wanted

A Dallas based landscape design/build firm specializing in the affluent residential market creating themed gardens and outdoor spaces for our clients, looking to fill an entry-level position from either a recently graduated or near graduating student who has a passion for architecturally-themed, residential gardens. Please send a resume and/or portfolio to matt@uniquecreations.co.

Job for young architect

Firm of Carrell Partners & Yost needs young architect with 3 to 5 years experience. Please contact Rick Carrell at 214-953-0042.

Student needed

Seeking an advanced architectural student to redraw a 2 story house space plan to 1/4 or 1/8'' scale. Will pay for your time to complete this. Please contact Tony Caglia,aecaglia@aol.com, 972-672-5637

Landscape Designer

Looking for a freelance landscape designer to help me fill in some flower beds in a large backyard area. Looking for someone with some experience in native Texan plants and environmentally responsible landscaping. Call 972.208.8406.

Land Planner Position

This position entails the following:

• To investigate physical and legal attributes of properties, including municipal regulatory codes and ordinances

• To evaluate the impact of partial acquisitions of properties for the widening of highways, etc.

• To prepare a land plan for the remainder property

• To work with appraisal staff and attorneys in this process

• To testify in hearings and trial concerning the land plans

Applicant would apply directly to: tbowden@paulhornsbyandco.com

Qualifications: Preferred degree in Landscape Architecture and/or Community & Regional Planning; and/or Architecture; Well-spoken and ability to defend work on cross-examination

Salary: Commission based with a monthly minimum salary of $ 3200.00 with a target compensation of $60,000/year. The idea is to ultimately set up new company with applicant as partner.

Internships

The Arlington Urban Design Center, AUDC, has one part time job openings beginning early summer and continuing throughout the 2012-2013 academic year. Graduate students in either Architecture and Landscape Architecture who will be full time enrolled in the 2012 Fall are eligible for these positions. Excellent design and graphic skills, both hand and digital, are a prerequisite.

Also, please note that these are University work-study position and summer school enrollment is required to qualify.

To apply for these positions, please send a resume and a brief [1-2 pages] portfolio of design work to rhudson@uta.edu by June 8.

Drafting Service Needed

Client needs to have a floor plan drawn along with walls identified for removal, for a shopping center property in Bedford. May need sketches of other elevations as well. Not many interior walls as the space was a restaurant and will be converted to plain retail. Approximately 6,000 sq. ft.

Contact Sylvia at 940-365-0056 or sylviamphillips@gmail.com.

Paid Internship at THC

With the application deadline fast approaching, we hope that you will take a moment to remind your students, and any student groups that you work with, about a paid internship opportunity at the Texas Historical Commission (THC) for the summer of 2012. The deadline for applications is January 31, 2012.

The THC created the Diversity Internship in Historic Preservation to build interest in and awareness of careers in historic preservation, specifically among students from underrepresented ethnic groups. This initiative targets undergraduate and graduate students to encourage their interest in pursuing fields of study in history, preservation, architecture, archeology, downtown revitalization, and heritage tourism. Students will learn about the impact that historic preservation programs can have on a community’s economic development. Working with THC staff and programs will expose the interns to the various and exciting vocational opportunities in the field of historic preservation, with the goal of encouraging more students from underrepresented ethnic groups to pursue careers in this field upon graduation.

Diversity interns will complete a rotation among all divisions headquartered in Austin the first week, and then complete a special project in a previously determined division based on the student’s primary interest. More information on specific internship projects available for the summer of 2012 can be found in the application materials at the link below. Diversity interns will receive a $5,000 stipend provided by the Friends of the Texas Historical Commission for an eight-week internship (40-hour week). Interns will work under the supervision of the THC, at its headquarters in Austin, and/or “in the field” with its historic sites and local preservation partners. Brief progress reports will be required, both during the employment period and at the conclusion of the student’s internship.

Eligibility

U.S. citizens of African, Hispanic/Latino, Asian, or Native American/Hawaiian/Alaskan heritage
Junior level or above
Enrolled in a college or university in Texas, or a Texas resident attending school out-of-state
Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 system (or comparable GPA)

Prior recipients are ineligible

For More Information:

Diversity Internship information, goals, and application materials (PDF)

Diversity Internship flyer to share with students and post on appropriate school bulletin boards (PDF)

Architectural Firm Seeks Graduate

Architecture firm in Addison with a specialty in retail looking to hire a new graduate or a graduate candidate. The position is full-time with benefits. A part-time candidate will be considered. Contact Robert Quintana, AIA at 972-233-2718, or r.quintana@rqarch.com.

Architectural Technician

GSBS Architects has an immediate opening for an Architectural CAD/Revit Operator in our Fort Worth office. You must have a minimum of 1 year of experience. You must be proficient in Revit.

Pay is $15.00 - $18.00 per hour, depending on experience. Excellent benefit package.

We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. We are subject to certain federal equal employment recordkeeping requirements. In order to comply, we request applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender and race. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. Visit our web page at www.gsbsarchitects.com/careers to download the form.

Please submit resume to:

GSBS Architects - HR, 7291 Glenview Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76182

or email to gsbshr@gsbsarchitects.com

No phone calls

Wanted: Part-time Draftsman

Nights and weekend hours are available.

If interested please email your resume to jtdrennan@storage-depot.com

Assistant Project Manager

BBL Builders is a regional multi family, mixed use general contractor based in Irving, TX. We have an entry level assistant project manager position available for individual seeking a long term position in the building industry. Architectural and/or construction education and experience required. Immediate opportunity is for a full time position but a part time may be considered for the right candidate. Successful applicant will be partnered with a Senior Project Manager to be trained in and perform budget track analysis; subcontract preparation; submittal, change order and plan review; construction scheduling; contract management; quality control etc. Salary and benefits included.

Please email your qualifications, skills and career goals to Kelton Gunter kgunter@bblbuilders.com

Project Engineer

CGI Construction, Inc., an affiliate company of Legend Retirement Corp. and a division of The Covenant Group, is the premier general contractor in the senior housing industry and has been serving this industry since 1990. During that time, we have helped many not-for-profit and for-profit organizations fulfill their missions of serving senior adults while striving to reach our vision. We build a variety of products for this niche, from age-restricted apartments to skilled nursing facilities. To learn more about CGI Construction, please visit our web site at www.thecovenantgroup.com.

Our vision is to enhance the lives of those we serve, including senior housing clients, residents, and families across America. In pursuit of this vision, CGI Construction has successfully completed over 20+ communities, valued over $150+ million, while maintaining an exceptional on-time, on-budget track record.

We are actively recruiting for a Project Engineer to assist in the construction of multiple retirement communities in various stages of development, pre-construction, and currently under construction.

Primary Duties:

Providing clerical and administrative support to the Project Managers and Project Superintendents,
Generating and distributing Requests for Information (RFIs),
Preparing change order requests and change orders,
Maintaining and distributing construction documents,
Administering the submittal process, and
Coordinating the distribution of items such as plans, specifications, drawings, submittals, progression photos, and close-out documents.

Skills/ Requirements

This position requires:

High school degree and prior construction experience, preferably in senior housing.
Knowledge of construction processes, including change orders, submittals, transmittals, and knowledge of construction technology, codes, and standards.
Ability to communicate with clients, architects, subcontractors, employees, and executives,
Attention to detail and focus on quality, and
Time and project management skills.

Important Notes

Please apply online at www.jobing.com.

http://jobs.legendretirement.com/construction-senior-housing-project-engineer/job/2653200

Please do not e-mail resumes. Applying online insures timely consideration and automatically distributes to all those involved in our hiring process.

Job Captain

Toll Architecture, a national full-service Toll Brothers, Inc. company seeks a Job Captain to join our team of top-notch talent.

As a Job Captain, you will report to the Studio Leader, directing several CADD technicians, coordinating schedules and preparing reports.

Don't miss this opportunity to join one of the nation's most profitable FORTUNE 500 home builders!

3-4 years of AutoCAD experience, a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, and experience in the residential construction industry are required.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package that includes comprehensive medical/dental, 401(k), discounted stock purchase, discounts on mortgages, homes, appliances, and much more!

Come see why Toll Architecture has been attracting & retaining some of the best professionals in the industry!

APPLY ONLINE TODAY at www.tollcareercenter.com or contact

Don Davis, AIA (UTA Alum.) | ddavis@tollbrothersinc.com | 817.329.7890

Studio Associate

Toll Architecture, a national full-service Toll Brothers, Inc. company, seeks a Studio Associate to prepare and maintain architectural documentation for luxury residential communities.

Don't miss this opportunity to join one of the nation's most respected Fortune 1000 companies!

This position requires 2-4 years of AutoCAD experience. A Bachelor's degree in Architecture and experience in the residential construction industry are a plus.

We offer an excellent benefits package that includes comprehensive medical/dental, 401(k), discounted stock purchase, discounts on mortgages, homes, appliances, and much more!

Come see why Toll Architecture has been attracting & retaining some of the best professionals in the industry!

APPLY ONLINE TODAY at www.tollcareercenter.com or contact

Don Davis, AIA (UTA Alum.) | ddavis@tollbrothersinc.com | 817.329.7890

Project Engineer

Job Description

CGI Construction, Inc., an affiliate company of Legend Retirement Corp. and a division of The Covenant Group, is the premier general contractor in the senior housing industry and has been serving this industry since 1990. During that time, we have helped many not-for-profit and for-profit organizations fulfill their missions of serving senior adults while striving to reach our vision.

Our vision is to enhance the lives of those we serve, including senior housing clients, residents, and families across America. In pursuit of this vision, CGI Construction has successfully completed over 20 communities, valued over $150 million, while maintaining an exceptional on-time, on-budget track record.

We are currently recruiting for a Project Engineer to assist in the construction of multiple retirement communities in various stages of development, pre-construction, and currently under construction.

Primary duties include:

Providing clerical and administrative support to the Project Managers and Project Superintendents,
Generating and distributing Requests for Information (RFIs),
Preparing change order requests and change orders,Maintaining and distributing construction documents,
Administering the submittal process, and
Coordinating the distribution of items such as plans, specifications, drawings, submittals, progression photos, and close-out documents.

To learn more about CGI Construction, please visit our web site at www.thecovenantgroup.com.

Skills/ Requirements

This position requires:

High school degree and prior construction experience, preferably in senior housing.
Knowledge of construction processes, including change orders, submittals, transmittals, and knowledge of construction technology, codes, and standards.
Ability to communicate with clients, architects, subcontractors, employees, and executives,
Attention to detail and focus on quality, and
Time and project management skills.

Energy and Green Project Manager

TexEnergy Solutions is seeking a hard working applicant who is seeking a long term career in the building profession to provide energy efficiency and green rating solutions for the owners of new and existing buildings. The specific opening is for a Project Manager who will focus on single family homebuilders. Specific skills or experience with multifamily or mixed use buildings a major plus. This position is mainly to help explain and deliver green and energy efficiency services for new homes in DFW. There is some new business development work included but new business is a small part of the responsibilities for this job.

Job Requirements:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Candidate will need to be comfortable in our office, a client location and on the job site.
The candidate to currently have or will acquire certifications as an Energy Rater, Green Rater, LEED AP, Energy Code Inspector (residential and commercial). There is no direct time line for accomplishment and no minimum requirement for employment.
Preference to candidates who have worked in the Architecture, Engineering or HVAC profession for 1 to 4 years.
Degrees in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Science or the Liberal Arts are also a plus. Any existing designations as described above are also useful.
Provide inspection and testing services in field as well as support and serve client needs. Project management experience and client acquisition skills are also desirable.
Possibility of out of town travel up to 6 nights per month for the first couple of years.

Our company focus is primarily with DFW area clients in Single Family, Multifamily and small commercial buildings; however, we are equally interested in existing as well as buildings under construction.

TexEnergy is an employee owned company with a long history of success in the North Texas area. TexEnergy Solutions concentrates on building science, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality issues for new and existing commercial buildings, apartment communities and single family homes. TexEnergy is a Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Rater and Provider and has certified more than 38,000 homes and apartments as being ENERGY STAR compliant since 2002. TexEnergy Solutions has been recognized by the EPA as the “EPA Energy Star 2006 Partner of the Year” and in 2004-2009 with the Energy Star’s “Outstanding Achievement Award”. TexEnergy is a RESNET Provider and Training Provider, a LEED for Homes Provider, a Commissioning Authority and a participant in the EPA’s Energy Star for High Rise Pilot.

Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with knowledge, experience and success.

TexEnergy offers a good benefit package:

Employee ownership (ESOP)
401(k) savings plan
Paid holidays
Incentive plans
Health, dental, vision insurance
$20,000 Life Insurance (additional available)
Disability income protection plan (Long Term Disability and Short Term Disability)
Tuition reimbursement
2 weeks vacation after one year of service

TexEnergy is an equal opportunity employer. Please email your resume to peggy.scribner@tempoair.com or fax 972-579-2095

Research Assistant Sought for new Center for Metropolitan Density

UT Arlington School of Architecture has now received authority to launch a new interdepartmental research platform. The Center for Metropolitan Density (C^fMD) will convene development industry leaders and conduct targeted research on density---with specific emphasis on benefits of higher densities on infrastructure, sustainability, quality of life and enhanced financial value.

C ^f MD Mission Statement

The UT Arlington Center for Metropolitan Density (C^fMD) objective is to encourage high density development through promoting research and analysis of both benefits and critical success factors for urban and suburban high density development, to demonstrate that developments of high density are the most economically fertile, operationally effective, fiscally efficient, environmentally responsible, and culturally supportive environments. The Center will accomplish this mission by conducting research, providing education, and consulting with key industry partners.

The Center for Metropolitan Density will test the following premises:

Density of investment makes sense given shifts in capital sources
Cap rates for denser developments are more favorable and stable over time
The cradle of innovation: new ideas and artistic invention are uniquely sponsored in dense environments
Workplace density provides better workforce choices and efficiency
Density provides richer built gathering and civic spaces and use of open space

The Center will promote and assist in creating human settlements of higher density to improve economic vitality, environmental efficiency and social interactions, and will have an immediate impact as no such research center exists in Texas or within any other university system in the United States.

Prof Michael Buckley, former Director of Columbia University’s Center for High Density Development will serve as the CfMD’s first Director and is seeking a motivated, self-organized and articulate UT Arlington Graduate Student as a Research Associate. Duties over the 2011 Spring Term may require up to two days per week and will focus on these tasks

Work with the Director to assemble an Advisory Board and assist in organizing and convening regular meetings
Building upon and expanding the 3500 name database now used by the Repositioning & Turnaround Certificate Program
Assist Director in Planning and Implementing a joint Survey with Dallas industry organizations such as The Real Estate Council, American Institute of Architects, and the Urban Land Institute
Assist in Planning and Implementing a Symposium with the above organizations and Council Of Governments to explore Metropolitan Density
Assist in Design/ Writing for a new CfMD Newsletter series
Assist in planning a CfMD Seminar for UT Arlington Academic year 2011-2012

Please send a short statement of interest along with a one-page Resume to buckley@uta.edu and include your telephone number. This paid position will commence as soon as possible in February and last thru Maymester.

Excellent Opportunity for Landscape Design Student

Graduate student or upper-level undergrad student needed to help design a landscaping plan for a home site on multiple lots in a subdivision approximately one-and–a-half hours from the D/FW metroplex. The student will provide assistance by visualizing the owner’s ideas for the site and advising the owner on landscaping design options to include the design and placement of a swimming pool; design and construction of decks; placement and construction of retaining walls; design and placement of water features; and selection of site-appropriate plantings. The candidate selected will be expected to provide the owner with a master landscaping plan and architectural drawings in return for a generous fee and reimbursement of expenses incurred for travel to and from the site. Please email your resume to: PLVplans@yahoo.com.

Illustrator needed

Illustrator needed. Architectural firm in Fort Worth looking for illustrator with architectural training to produce several illustrations on several different projects. Can be part time, or time spent in the office (on site) and time spent at home. Some projects are urban planning requiring aerial perspectives of large scale visions, some are simple rendered elevations of buildings. 3-D constructs on the computer is a must. Samples of work can be sent to Bob@rwk-architecture.com. Payment to be made on each piece of artwork by contract. Robert W. Kelly, Architect, Inc. 209 S. Main Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76104 817-332-5014.

Student needed for housing concept drawings

I am looking for an upper level student that can do some architectural drawings of a housing concept. The drawings do not have to show details of the homes, but will depict what the overall community could look like when completed. I also would like a power point presentation of this housing concept with the drawings included. I have some of the words and drawings already that would be included in the powerpoint presentation.

Contact Larry Taylor at taylorland705@yahoo.com

Landscape designer needed

A Dallas area business is searching for a free-lance landscape designer, proficient in CAD. If interested, please contact Michael R. Zachary. E-mail address: mike@mrzcontracting.com.

Job Opportunity

Graduate student or upper level undergraduate student needed to help design North Arlington Bed & Breakfast. We are seeking an architectural designer capable of producing schematic design documents using Revit and/or other 3D visualization tools. The house is currently three bedrooms and two baths, and we are looking to expand to six bedrooms as well as remodel the kitchen, living rooms, and outdoor area. The student will advise owner on remodeling and design options as well as help create the concept and visualize the owner’s ideas for the house. Student will also be responsible to help the owner create documents needed to obtain a Specific Use Permit to build the Bed & Breakfast in the Entertainment District in Arlington.

We are looking for someone to start immediately. Please contact Mary Crowe at 817-798-6529 or m.crowe@tcu.edu.

3D Modeler Needed

$250.00 fee

I am looking for a 3D modeler to help in the production of three dimensional drawings for a patent application regarding a plumbing device that is built of standard PVC pipe. This is a very simple device with approximately 8-9 parts and should be easy to model. There is a full scale mockup of the device that can be used for accurate dimensioning in the production of the drawings. There are two versions of the device; one above ground and one in-ground with each having manual as well as electrical operating versions so there will be four versions of the same device.

There is a need for section as well as three dimensional drawings for each version of the device with the 3D modeling being sufficient for use in advertising information.

Those interested should contact: Dwight G. Hartwick at dwighthartwick@yahoo.com. Please attach examples of your 3D modeling work for review.

AUDC Positions

The Arlington Urban Design Center, AUDC, is still interviewing candidates for part time job openings. Graduate students in either Architecture and Landscape Architecture who are enrolled in the 2012 Fall semester are eligible for these positions. Excellent design and graphic skills, both hand and digital, are a prerequisite.

To apply for these positions, please send a resume and a brief [1-2 pages] portfolio of design work (maximum 5MB) to rhudson@uta.edu.