Overview
WSP, an award-winning and innovative multi-disciplinary firm, is currently looking for an Early Career Architectural Designer to join our Buildings AE team at our Portland, ME office. As part of our growing organization committed to solving complex challenges and exceeding client expectations, you will provide technical support throughout all phases of project development. This includes due diligence, planning, concept design, and the implementation of functional and sustainable building solutions for both public and private sector projects. Responsibilities
Assist in developing small- to medium-sized building projects, including preparing architectural drawings and visualizations. Collect and analyze site data, surveys, maps, and environmental information to support design and construction planning. Conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions to ensure compliance with design standards and permitting requirements. Contribute to concept development and design strategies that prioritize safety, functionality, and future-ready solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support construction layout, material selection, cost estimation, and project scheduling. Prepare technical documentation, including reports, renderings, calculations, and 2D/3D illustrations for design interpretation and presentation. Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, or closely related discipline. 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience. Knowledge of architectural principles, practices, process, and the application to project work-related issues. Familiarity with building planning, drawing standards, design, and construction management; including restorative and new design. Capable creative, visualization, and technical drawing skills. Awareness of relevant building and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements. Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience. Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives. Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, technology, math principles, graphics, spreadsheets, and tools. Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, REVIT, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite). Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements. Preferred Qualifications
Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific discipline. A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations. About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world\'s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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WSP, an award-winning and innovative multi-disciplinary firm, is currently looking for an Early Career Architectural Designer to join our Buildings AE team at our Portland, ME office. As part of our growing organization committed to solving complex challenges and exceeding client expectations, you will provide technical support throughout all phases of project development. This includes due diligence, planning, concept design, and the implementation of functional and sustainable building solutions for both public and private sector projects. Responsibilities
Assist in developing small- to medium-sized building projects, including preparing architectural drawings and visualizations. Collect and analyze site data, surveys, maps, and environmental information to support design and construction planning. Conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions to ensure compliance with design standards and permitting requirements. Contribute to concept development and design strategies that prioritize safety, functionality, and future-ready solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support construction layout, material selection, cost estimation, and project scheduling. Prepare technical documentation, including reports, renderings, calculations, and 2D/3D illustrations for design interpretation and presentation. Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, or closely related discipline. 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience. Knowledge of architectural principles, practices, process, and the application to project work-related issues. Familiarity with building planning, drawing standards, design, and construction management; including restorative and new design. Capable creative, visualization, and technical drawing skills. Awareness of relevant building and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements. Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience. Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives. Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, technology, math principles, graphics, spreadsheets, and tools. Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, REVIT, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite). Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements. Preferred Qualifications
Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific discipline. A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations. About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world\'s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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