Are you looking for a challenge and career growth while working with the Architecture Team at a top U.S. Homebuilder?

NVR – the parent company of Ryan Homes, NVHomes, and Heartland Homes – is searching for an Architectural Specialist to be integral to our Architectural Project Team, which emphasizes teamwork and innovation.  These teams are responsible for developing crucial construction documentation for sales, permitting, and homebuilding construction. You’ll play a central role in our dynamic product development process, including collaborative 3D building information modeling (BIM) using AutoCAD. You’ll be involved in projects that span from design drawings and structural analysis to HVAC systems and building code compliance. You will also support homebuilding personnel with permitting and inspection challenges, ensuring seamless project execution.

Discover what it’s like working in NVR's Architectural Services Department through this .

What you will be doing:

Develop detailed residential construction documents and 3D building models, independently completing project work in at least two of the following Architectural Team Disciplines: Design, Architecture, Fabrication, Code & Engineering, HVAC, or Estimating. Maintain assigned portion of the project schedule and record accurate hours worked on each project. Collaborate and coordinate with other team members regarding project components to ensure overall project completion in a timely manner. Independently and accurately apply advanced architectural concepts and designs. Facilitate discussions, provide recommendations, and develop solutions with Homebuilding, Manufacturing, Procurement, and other NVR department personnel as needed. Consult with experts in different areas including structural and mechanical engineers, architects, estimating analysts, building code officials, truss engineers, and IT to ensure documents are complete and accurate. Coordinate phases of the project to be completed by third party consultants, as directed.

Qualified applicants have:

Bachelor’s degree in an architecture, engineering, or construction related field. 6+ years’ experience in the architecture, engineering, or construction industries. Experience using AutoCAD required. Ability to read and interpret construction documents. Experience with design development and creation of construction documentation. Experience in residential homebuilding or production homebuilding preferred. High level of attention to detail as well as strong organizational, planning and time management skills. Well-developed problem solving and analytical skills. Ability to work in a collaborative team environment, with effective communication skills. Experience planning and organizing the activities of others with demonstrated skill in follow-up and control. Experience leading, mentoring, and/or coaching junior team members preferred.

Life at NVR

As the parent company of Ryan Homes, NVHomes and Heartland Homes, NVR is committed to your success and we will give you the tools, training, and industry knowledge you need to excel and thrive. Our management team is tenured and talented, nearly 80% of them promoted from within, so you will have mentors who can share their knowledge, and provide career guidance and encouragement.

NVR offers traditional benefits, among the best in the industry. In addition, we offer all employees stock ownership through a profit sharing trust as part of our retirement savings package. NVR has had the highest Earnings Per Share growth rate in the homebuilding industry for the past 10 years, so as we grow financially, so do you!

View more about our exceptional culture and comprehensive benefits at  .

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Drug Testing and Credit Check are required.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States, as NVR does not provide visa sponsorship.

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