At Oculus Inc., our people are valued and empowered to grow, develop, and fulfill their career goals while maintaining a healthy work/life balance. Oculus provides flexibility, a diverse project portfolio, and opportunities for advancement. Our inclusive, team-oriented, and open-door culture is centered around creating the best possible environment for our people to create and thrive.

We are looking to hire full-time a Project Architect who is detail-oriented, creative, and excels in solving problems, to join our St. Louis office.

Background:

• 2 to 5+ years of experience.
• Licensed architect preferred but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in architecture from an accredited program.
• Proficient in Revit.
• Working knowledge of other industry standard software such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Has experience, a good understanding and knowledge of building code and other design standards as well as an interest in developing and maintaining quality drawings, and efficiencies within the office.
• Possesses a well-rounded knowledge of the design/production and construction process.

General

• Exercises independent judgment in evaluation, selection, and use of standard techniques, solves problems when encountered, and receives guidance on complex projects, or unique applications.
• Competent in all conventional aspects of architecture.
• Performs work requiring independent judgment in evaluation, selection, and adaptation/modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. Independently solves problems encountered.
• Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex issues, and supervisory approval on proposed project plans.
• Plans and develops various sized projects with many complexities, executes and coordinates project production internally as well as coordinates with other disciplines and sub-consultants.
• Some travel for projects out of office may be required.

Staff Development

• Provides oversight and monitoring of work of less experienced Staff.
• Works with the office templates to maintain correct drawings, and improve efficiencies, and trains less experienced staff.

Projects

• Works with the Project Manager to maintain project schedules and budgets. Responsible for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating staff assignments on small-scale projects.
• Provides QAQC reviews during the project production on small-size projects and is responsible for ensuring projects follow all current building codes and regulations.
• May serve as the PM on certain projects.

About Oculus Inc.

Oculus Inc. delivers comprehensive architecture, interior design, planning and move management services with a driving aesthetic to Connect | Shape | Move people, experiences, sensibilities, and spaces. Oculus creates high-performance design that supports change and promotes value for clients in the commercial, education, government, healthcare, hospitality, retail, restaurant, and workplace industries. Oculus is WBE-certified and is regularly cited in top industry rankings for architecture and design. Oculusinc.com.

Please provide a sample design portfolio or a link to your online portfolio with your résumé.