Architect

We are seeking an Architect to join our team. MSI General is one of the first fully integrated DESIGNBUILD construction firms in Wisconsin, with over 65 years of continuous profitability delivering excellence in design, estimating, and construction management.

Clear communications with our Design, Estimating, and Construction teams, and with our clients, is essential to achieve project goals through our proven, unique DESIGNBUILD process. The Architect implements creative solutions with expertise, precision, and a thorough understanding of how a built environment affects its end users.

This is a full-time, in-office (not remote) position.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and update construction documents and drawing details: check-sets, shop, and as-builts
• Create and present plan sets, including site plans, floor plans, elevations, building sections details, and other items as necessary to convey design intentions
• Research current municipal requirements, including zoning, setback, landscape, lighting, parking, easements, design standards, construction materials, allowable heights and area, signage, fire protection and alarms
• Collaborate with our team members and our clients from project start to completion
• Visit project jobsites to ensure that construction adheres to architectural plans

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in architecture or related field
• 5+ years of experience in construction and/or architecture
• Member of the American Institute of Architects
• State of Wisconsin Registration as an Architect
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Enscape, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office

Additional Requirements

• Ability to comprehend and retain highly detailed information
• Ability to meet time constraints and adapt easily to changes and demands
• A thorough understanding of value engineering, construction types and techniques, building materials, systems and codes, and the relationship between the design process and the construction process
• Valid driver’s license

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend weekly company Job Progress meeting
• Collaborate with the Estimating team on project preconstruction services
• Collaborate with the Sales team to analyze all required items to start a project
• Participate in the professional development of the entire Design team
• Participate in quarterly performance conversations with the Director of Design

Compensation & Benefits

• Generous benefits package
• Corporate wellness program
• On-site fitness center
• Education or training assistance
• Team building activities & outings

MSI General’s Core Values

These five traits represent our company culture. It is expected that every team member embraces and demonstrates:

• Integrity – We hold ourselves and each other accountable to maintain the highest ethical standards.
• Commitment – We are engaged and passionate about our work and dedicated to our profession.
• Trust – We are honest, competent, and follow through on what we say.
• Passion – We are passionate about providing a unique DESIGNBUILD experience.
• Teamwork – We accomplish our best work as a collaborative team through accountability, communication, and respect.