Our Firm // Careers Culture + Values Team Members Fostering the Future Careers Contact Us Come be Curious at TowerPinkster. We are always looking for talented professionals to join our team. Are you passionate about working in a high-energy environment? Do you want to lead a collaborative and talented team? Our benefits include: Industry-leading total compensation (paid overtime, performance bonuses, profit sharing). An innovative work-life balance program provides six additional holidays per year. Paid community service hours. Monthly team lunches and outings. Annual team training and professional development opportunities. The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm. Flexible working environment. Use the buttons to filter opportunities by location. Reset Filter K-12 Education Director Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an innovative architecture, engineering and interior design firm based in based in the Midwest with offices in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a talented K-12 Education Director to work directly with the business development and K-12 teams to grow and maintain new and existing client relationships. This position favors an experienced, strategic professional with drive, initiative, and strong interpersonal skills with the desire to work in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include writing proposals, attending interviews and management of our extensive list of clients to remain competitive. It also includes collaborating with the market sector leader to meet or exceed the Firm’s financial goals. The role includes managing our existing clients, leading our teams, and developing and growing your professional network. Roles and responsibilities of this position include project programming, design input, project leadership, client management, sales, and marketing. The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following: POSITION RESPONSIBILITES + EXPECTATIONS PROJECT & CLIENT ENGAGEMENT Pre-Bond planning including working with Clients and Construction Managers to develop bond scopes. Michigan Department of Treasury School Bond Loan Applications (training is available). Bond campaigns working with our in-house K-12 Campaign Marketing Specialist. Development of AIA Contracts once bonds pass (training is available). Work in various roles within a project team which may consist of client management, programming & design concepts, quality control, project management, or any other key skills that result in successful projects and satisfied clients. Attending and leading clients through the pre-bond process in conjunction with the marketing department and others from the K-12 group. Connecting with our preferred contractors and construction managers to plan, develop and budget potential projects. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Assist with business development efforts in the K-12 market sector. Develop standard letter proposals and work with the Marketing team to develop RFQ/P proposal responses for various project pursuits. Lead and provide direction for interview presentations. Assist with annual sales and help to set annual sales goals for market. Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients and organizations. Update marketing contacts weekly and attend BD meetings as required. Participate in speaking engagements and writing articles that promote the Firm as an industry expert in market sector (desirable). Mentor/develop other team members in business and project development. Attend industry conferences for professional growth, networking, and promotion of our services. Approximately four (3-4) times per year. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities that enable success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge of K-12 markets and their unique requirements. Knowledge of the Michigan Department of Treasury Preliminary Bond process a plus. Comprehensive understanding of the business development role with an architecture and engineering firm, and strategies for proactive pursuits of clients and projects. Working knowledge of construction codes as they relate to proposed bond scope. Proficient with establishing project fees, project schedules, and work plans. Excellent verbal and written communication, organization, and time management skills. Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, stakeholders, and the public. Ability to lead a public forum. Strong background and success with projects and people management. Ability to interact positively and professionally with clients, team members, and partners. Will occasionally spend time in our various office locations – Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Grand Haven, Jeffersonville / Louisville. Participation in professional organization memberships, meetings, and conferences as time allows. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, or Landscape Architecture from an accredited college or university. Licensure and/or accreditation from industry organizations. A minimum of 8+ years of related experience in the industry. Experience with Business Development and Proposal generation. Experience with managing and maintaining positive client relationships. Experience with all phases of project development; including studies, programming, design through construction administration. Experience with various project delivery methods. TECHNICAL SKILLS Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Google, and Project. Familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, etc. a plus. Knowledge of Google Workspace, including Slides, Docs, Sheets, Forms, Calendar, etc. POSITION LOCATION This position would be located in one of our three West Michigan offices, Grand Rapids, Grand Haven, or Kalamazoo. WHAT WE OFFER National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals. Industry leading Total Compensation (Paid Overtime, Performance Bonuses, Profit Sharing) Work-Life Balance program providing six (6) additional holidays per year. Paid Community Service Hours Annual Team Training, Professional Development The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm TowerPinkster is a firm of architects and engineers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people and now we have more than 200 of the best employees in Michigan. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. TowerPinkster received the 2022 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award, the 2022 AIA Michigan Firm of the Year Award, and the 2022 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! www.towerpinkster.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer View the full position description here. Project Manager Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an innovative architecture, engineering and interior design firm based in the Midwest with offices in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a talented Project Manager. Project Managers oversee projects from the conception stage through construction and completion of the project, making sure the project meets design requirements, schedule, contractual obligations, and budget goals. This includes understanding the scope of work, planning the work, organizing the team, leading the team, and controlling the project. The main responsibilities are project profitability, client satisfaction and business development. This position is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan or Grand Rapid, Michigan. POSITION EXPECTATIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES Project: Collaborate with Principal on fee proposals, fee negotiations and project team selection Assist in the development of fees based on task, market, staffing and unit cost Assist in proposal development, including determining project fees, team selection, scope definition, schedule, contracts, and interviews Collaborate with Principal to prepare contract Collaborate on design presentations and reviews Collaborate with design team on technical decisions Coordinate outside consultants with owner and project team, including consultant selection, fee negotiation, invoice review and communications Provide expertise in contractual negotiations and production meetings Create Project Management Plan, from project conception to completion Manage project scope relative to contract Track changes in scope, schedule, and budget Conduct effective meetings, to include agenda, meeting minutes and progress reports Observe project performance and coordinate workload through the entire project Monitor the project for performance to profit and schedule goals Partner with Principal regarding negotiating additional service fees from clients as they request changes to project scope May, depending on project scope, conduct construction site visits to monitor progress All other job duties as apparent or assigned Culture: Encourage good communication among team members and across other disciplines Create opportunities to enhance teamwork and create inclusion, leading to a positive work environment Strive to cultivate equity, respect, integrity, humor, and the celebration of talent Promote a positive work culture by leading by example and supporting TowerPinkster Leadership Client: Perform business development functions, to include marketing, networking to create personal connections and involvement in professional organizations Participate in the process of interviewing prospective new clients to understand needs Collaborate with client in planning design, determining solutions and scope of project to develop electrical system plans to meet client needs Construct scope of work and determine budget Mentorship: In partnership with Manager and Supervisors, coordinate training and instruction for Lead, teach and guide other project team members to assist in their growth and development in home office Leadership: Monitor Quality Control of documents and projects Participate in organizations and other outside work activities to promote TowerPinkster and to develop relationships for long term talent selection All other job duties as apparent or assigned POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in architecture profession, Master’ Degree with AIA License preferred Ten plus years’ experience in architectural profession and project management Well-rounded knowledge of architecture profession and workflow Knowledge of building components, construction materials, standards, and codes Business management knowledge preferred Experience in construction administration or knowledge of construction practices REVIT experience/AutoCad software knowledge preferred WHAT WE OFFER National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals. Industry leading Total Compensation (Paid Overtime, Performance Bonuses, Profit Sharing) Work-Life Balance program providing six (6) additional holidays per year. Paid Community Service Hours Annual Team Training, Professional Development The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm TowerPinkster is a firm of architects and engineers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people and now we have more than 190 of the best employees in Michigan. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design.Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. TowerPinkster received the 2022 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award, the 2022 AIA Michigan Firm of the Year Award, and the 2022 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! www.towerpinkster.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer View the full position description here. Project Manager for Government Market Sector Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an innovative architecture, engineering and interior design firm based in the Midwest with offices in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a talented Project Manager for our Government Market Sector, with ten plus years working on our industry, for our Southern Indiana office. POSITION EXPECTATIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate with Principal on fee proposals, fee negotiations and work order approvals. Assist in the development of fees based on task, market, staffing and unit cost. Assist in proposal development, including determining project fees, scope definition, schedule, contracts and consultants. Perform site visits to facilities & make technical decisions to define scope of work. Coordinate outside consultants with owner and project team, including consultant selection, fee negotiation, invoice review and communications. Create and execute Project Management Plan, from project conception to completion. Create investigative reports for Owner review. Create cost opinion spreadsheets scope of work using Owner’s online cost estimating software. Manage project scope relative to contract. Lead and contribute to the preparation of drawings incorporating Owner’s standard details to define scope of work for execution by Owner’s pre-selected contractors. Track changes in scope, schedule, and budget. Observe project performance and coordinate workload through the entire project. Monitor the project for performance to profit and schedule goals. Partner with Principal regarding negotiating additional service fees from clients as they request changes to project scope. May, depending on project scope, conduct construction site visits to monitor progress. Travel to projects primarily in Kentucky and Indiana. Projects are generally within a 300-mile radius of Louisville, Kentucky. All other job duties as apparent or assigned. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in architecture or engineering. Licensed professional and the ability to be licensed in Indiana and Kentucky preferred. Ten plus years’ experience in architectural profession and project management. Well-rounded knowledge of architecture profession and construction. Well-rounded knowledge of structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems in buildings. Knowledge of building components, construction materials, standards, and codes. Experience in construction administration or knowledge of construction practices. Proficiency with REVIT, AutoCad, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel software required. POSITION LOCATION This position is located in our Southern Indiana office. WHAT WE OFFER National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers. employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals. Industry leading Total Compensation (Paid Overtime, Performance Bonuses, Profit Sharing). Work-Life Balance program providing six (6) additional holidays per year. Paid Community Service Hours. Annual Team Training, Professional Development. The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm. TowerPinkster is a firm of architects and engineers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people and now we have more than 190 of the best employees in Michigan and Indiana. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. TowerPinkster received the 2022 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award, the AIA Firm of the Year Award, and the 2022 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! www.towerpinkster.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer View the full position description here. Project Architect Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an architecture, engineering and interior design firm based in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a talented Project Architect. This position is responsible for organizing, coordinating, and leading project teams through the development of construction documents. Technical expertise and experience are used to lead the project team through coordination and quality assurance processes throughout the project. Participate in document and clarification efforts, as well as submittal review and site observation during bidding and construction. POSITION EXPECTATIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES Understand project manager expectations throughout each phase of the project. Perform the coordination efforts with project designer in translating design into contract documents. Review and understand project scope and contract for professional services. Coordinate project team and through collaboration with all disciplines, lead the development of: Project Plan Code Review Development of Contract Documents Communication and exchange of information Create, organize and coordinate the following: Document format and arrangement of information Document review for accuracy Project milestone progress Scheduling and coordinating document reproduction Review documents with Designer for compliance with design concepts. Support Project Manager in establishing and maintaining project milestone, deadlines, and delivery dates. Create and meet established goals and objectives for the design documentation process Coordinate communication and documents with clients for the project. Assist Project Manager in communication with Construction Team throughout construction of project. Coordinate and assign team tasks and goals with the architectural technical team. In the absence of Project Manager, lead and preside over team meetings. Assist Project Manager in Construction Administration, which may include Monitor progress of shop drawings Pay applications Progress meetings Site visits POSITION COMPETENCIES Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to contribute effectively to a team environment Ability to create a collaborative team project approach Must be flexible to adapt to situations and changes Proficient technical skills with ability to apply technical skills to the job effectively Ability to gather and analyze information and develop solutions POSITION LOCATION This position is located in any of our offices, including Kalamazoo, Michigan, Grand Rapids, Michigan, Grand Haven, Michigan and Southern Indiana. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Accredited degree in Architecture Licensure Required Five years or more of professional architectural experience Experience in construction administration, document production and design experience REVIT experience and proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite programs required WHAT WE OFFER National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life Industry leading Total Compensation (Paid Overtime, Performance Bonuses, Profit Sharing) Work-Life Balance program providing six (6) additional holidays per year. Paid Community Service Hours Annual Team Training, Professional Development The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm TowerPinkster is a firm of architects and engineers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people and now we have more than 200 of the best employees in Michigan. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. TowerPinkster received the 2022 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award, the AIA Michigan Firm of the Year Award, and the 2022 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! www.towerpinkster.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer View the full position description here. Design Architect Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an architecture, engineering and interior design firm based in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a talented Design Architect. The purpose of this position is to listen and collaborate with our clients to develop programming and design concepts which bring creativity and innovation. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES + EXPECTATIONS Collaboration with design team on medium to large size projects and teams (25,000sf to 200,000sf). Developing design iterations and leading discussions during concept design to refine ideas. Interpreting, organizing, and coordinating assignments while executing client vision. Collaboration with design team during the project programming to understand client needs. Planning and developing architectural projects with high complexities. Exploration of subject area, definition of scope, innovation potentials for architectural concepts. Create architectural design, renderings and graphics utilizing the strength of the design department. Assist with material definition, outline specifications. Support role in project coordination and document development (all phases). Business Development, marketing, marketing graphics, interviews, and presentations. Mentor junior design team members and promote learning opportunities. Delegate work assignments for growth, matching responsibility to person. Work independently and connect with Department Manager for reviews and resources. Set right expectations and monitor activities and progress of project. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Licensed Architect with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field. Technical understanding of constructability and material selections that relate to design expression. LEED, WELL of LFA accreditation preferred. Able to sketch and draw by hand and create computer generated 3d graphics. Able to create dynamic graphic presentations and exhibit solid design and communication skills. Strong knowledge of REVIT, Rendering software and Photoshop/InDesign. Solid foundational knowledge of health and safety codes. POSITION LOCATION This is a full-time position located in either Grand Rapids or Kalamazoo, Michigan. WHAT WE OFFER National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals. Industry-leading total compensation (paid overtime, performance bonuses, profit sharing). Work-life balance program providing six additional holidays per year. Paid community service hours. Annual team training and professional development opportunities. The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm. TowerPinkster is a firm of architects and engineers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people, and now we have more than 200 of the best employees in the Midwest. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies, and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. TowerPinkster received the 2022 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award, the 2022 AIA Michigan Firm of the Year Award, and the 2022 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, generous communities, and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! www.towerpinkster.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. View the full position description here. Landscape Designer Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an architecture, engineering, and interior design firm based in Michigan, is looking for a talented Landscape Designer to join our team in either Grand Rapids or Kalamazoo. We seek a design and technical-minded individual who brings creativity and ownership to projects daily. This position is responsible for complete landscape design solutions on projects. These include early concepts, design detail, development, and production of documents for all site-related areas of our projects. Position Responsibilities Plan and design open spaces including both natural and built environments. Develop supporting design documentation. Work closely with the project team’s architectural designers, project managers, project coordinators, and engineers to coordinate all proposed elements with the development of the site. Oversee/Participate in the design of a variety of projects. In collaboration with the project manager, establish landscape requirements from the client. Perform site analysis, to include the assessment of existing site conditions. Conduct preliminary studies of the site (including contours, soil, ecology, buildings, and roads). Prepare and present detailed plans and working drawings, including applications, construction details, and specifications for the project using computer-aided design software. Continuous learning and research on topics such as plants, landscape materials, native species, playscapes, guidelines, and codes. Collaborate with a client when necessary to discuss the project’s progress. Position Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture. Minimum 1-4 years of experience in landscape architecture and site planning. Understanding of site construction and civil engineering coordination. Possess creative design skills and software capabilities. Strong graphic capabilities and rendering skills. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Products. CAD and/or BIM knowledge – AutoCAD and Revit 2020 preferred. Exhibit good team communication skills and a positive outlook. WHAT WE OFFER A supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals. A collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment A commitment to design excellence and client service Team building activities and opportunities. A competitive benefits package and the opportunity to reach your career goals. TowerPinkster is a firm of architects and engineers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people and now we have more than 190 of the best employees in Michigan. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies, and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. TowerPinkster received the 2023 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award and the 2023 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities, and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! Visit our website: https://www.towerpinkster.com/our-firm/careers/. www.towerpinkster.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer View the full position description here. Senior Mechanical Engineer Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an architecture, engineering and interior design firm based in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a talented Senior Mechanical Engineer. This position is responsible for building relationships and collaborating with clients at the planning level to determine solutions and develop Mechanical System plan. In addition, this position is responsible for designing mechanical systems for projects from beginning design to completion of construction administration. Responsible for leading design team through development of contract documents of significant scale and/or complexity. Participate in new business development and marketing efforts. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS Culture: Encourage positive communication among team members and across disciplines Create opportunities to enhance teamwork, create inclusion and a positive work environment Strive to cultivate equity, respect, integrity, humor, and the celebration of talent Client: Perform business development functions, to include marketing, networking to create personal connections and involvement in professional organizations Participate in the process of interviewing prospective new clients to understand needs Collaborate with client in planning design, determining solutions and scope of project to develop mechanical system plan to meet client needs Construct scope of work and determine budget Manage existing client relationships and develop relationships with future clients Project: Lead project team to create Mechanical System design Oversee the production of all phases of construction documents, which include schematic documents, design documents, construction documents, bidding and construction administration Conduct facility assessments, field assessments, engineering studies, perform commissioning work and site visits Create and write reports and presentations to clients Perform as Project Manager on mechanical driven projects Lead and coordinate project efforts with other disciplines, clients and construction partners to meet schedule milestones Mentorship: Mentor team to share experiences, knowledge, skills, and lessons learned for continuous improvement Prepare and review “red lined” documents for Mechanical Designer and Mechanical Engineer growth and development Lead, teach and guide other project team members to assist in their growth and development. Mentorship: Provide input on work priorities and project scheduling Conduct quality control reviews on various projects Serve as a mechanical subject matter expert to resolve project issues Provide input to department standards and procedures POSITION LOCATION This position is located in any of our offices, including Southern Indiana, Kalamazoo, Michigan, and Grand Rapids, Michigan POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor’s in mechanical engineering accredited program E./Professional Licensure required; State of Michigan preferred LEED AP and/or ASHRAE accreditation preferred Knowledge and experience in REVIT software, building load programs, engineering software systems and energy modeling Extensive knowledge of standards and codes 10 years of professional experience Multiple systems-based experience Experience in multiple market sectors, to include commercial, government, K-12 education, higher education, and healthcare Experience in Construction Administration Diverse knowledge in plumbing, fire systems, smoke control, HVAC, engineering controls and sustainability What We Offer: We have career opportunities open in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Kalamazoo, Michigan, Jeffersonville, Indiana and Louisville, Kentucky. National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals. Industry leading Total Compensation (Paid Overtime, Performance Bonuses, Profit Sharing) Work-Life Balance program providing six (6) additional holidays Paid Community Service Hours Annual Team Training, Professional Development The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm TowerPinkster is a firm of architects and engineers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people and now we have approximately 200 of the best employees in Michigan. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. TowerPinkster received the 2022 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award, the 2022 AIA Michigan Firm of the Year Award, and the 2022 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! www.towerpinkster.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer View the full position description here. Electrical Engineer Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an architecture, engineering and interior design firm based in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a skilled professional Electrical Engineer. This position is responsible for building relationships and collaborating with clients at the planning level to determine solutions and develop Electrical System plans. In addition, this position is responsible for designing Electrical systems for projects from beginning design to completion of construction administration, leading the design team through development of contract documents of significant scale and/or complexity and participating in new business development and marketing efforts. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS: Culture: Encourage positive communication among team members and across disciplines Create opportunities to enhance teamwork, create inclusion and a positive work environment Strive to cultivate equity, respect, integrity, humor, and the celebration of talent Client: Perform business development functions, to include marketing, networking to create personal connections and involvement in professional organizations Participate in the process of interviewing prospective new clients to understand needs Collaborate with client in planning design, determining solutions and scope of project to develop Electrical system plan to meet client needs Construct scope of work and determine budget Manage existing client relationships and develop relationships with future clients Project: Lead project team to create electrical engineering solutions, design documents, spec Provide an assessment of existing building systems and provide the client with recommendations on needed maintenance, available savings and/or rebates for upgrades. Provide system design solutions, design documents, specifications, and project communications. Design electrical systems, fire alarm systems to meet client needs and code requirements. Oversee the production of all phases of construction documents, which include schematic documents, design documents, construction documents, bidding, and construction administration Conduct facility assessments, field assessments, engineering studies, perform commissioning work and site visits Create and write reports and presentations to clients Perform as Project Manager on electrical driven projects Lead and coordinate project efforts with other disciplines, clients, and construction partners to meet schedule milestones Mentorship: Mentor team to share experiences, knowledge, skills, and lessons learned for continuous improvement Prepare and review “red lined” documents for Electrical Designer and Electrical Engineer growth and development Lead, teach and guide other project team members to assist in their growth and development. POSITION LOCATION This position is located in any of our offices, including Southern Indiana, Kalamazoo, Michigan, and Grand Rapids, Michigan POSITION QUALIFICATIONS A bachelor’s in electrical engineering accredited program required. A Professional Engineers License (P.E.) or ability to obtain licensure within 1 year required. Five to Ten Years of professional experience, in A/E/C industry prefer. Revit software experience preferred. Proficient in word, Excel, and Powerpoint. Knowledge of power distribution and associated equipment. Knowledge of fire alarm requirements and different types of building requirements. Knowledge of drawing, scheduling, and coordinating design components in 3D drafting software. Knowledge of codes and standards. WHAT WE OFFER We have career opportunities open in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Kalamazoo, Michigan, Jeffersonville, Indiana and Louisville, Kentucky. National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals. Industry leading Total Compensation (Paid Overtime, Performance Bonuses, Profit Sharing) Work-Life Balance program providing six (6) additional holidays Paid Community Service Hours Annual Team Training, Professional Development The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm TowerPinkster is a firm of architects and engineers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people and now we have approximately 200 of the best employees in Michigan. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. TowerPinkster received the 2022 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award, the 2022 AIA Michigan Firm of the Year Award, and the 2022 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! www.towerpinkster.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer View the full position description here. Structural Engineer Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an architecture, engineering and interior design firm based in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a talented Structural Engineer. The Firm is looking for a skilled professional Structural Engineer with five to ten years of professional experience, A/E insutry preferred. This position is located in the Kalamazoo, Michigan office. This position is responsible for the structural analysis and design of buildings and assisting in preparation of structural engineering calculations and specifications. Must be able to develop drawings within a BIM Environment. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES + EXPECTATIONS The appropriately qualified candidate should be able to perform basic structural analysis and design on common structural materials and systems, including concrete, steel, light gauge steel, masonry, and timber. Coordination of design work with in-house staff professionals including Architects and other Engineering disciplines. Assist in preparing structural engineering related calculations, specifications, and develop drawings within a BIM environment. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering accredited program. P.E. (Professional Engineer) Preferred. Knowledge and experience in REVIT software, as well as standard structural engineering software (RISA 3D, RAM Structural System, RAM Elements, Tedds and similar programs). Five to ten years of professional experience, A/E industry preferred, with exposure to structural steel, concrete, timber, and masonry design and detailing. B.S. in Civil / Structural Engineering accredited program preferred. POSITION LOCATION This position is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. What we offer National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life Industry leading Total Compensation (Paid Overtime, Performance Bonuses, Profit Sharing) Work-Life Balance program providing six (6) additional holidays per year. Paid Community Service Hours Annual Team Training, Professional Development The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm TowerPinkster is a firm of architects and engineers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people and now we have more than 200 of the best employees in Michigan. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. TowerPinkster received the 2022 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award, the AIA Michigan Firm of the Year Award, and the 2022 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! www.towerpinkster.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer View the full position description here. Architectural Project Coordinator Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an architecture, engineering and interior design firm based in Michigan, is looking for a talented Architectural Project Coordinator. This position is responsible for organizing and coordinating the development of construction documents. Technical expertise and experience used to collaborate with the project team through coordination and quality assurance processes throughout the project. In addition, participate in document and clarification efforts, as well as submittal review and site observation during bidding and construction. This position may act as Architectural Technical Support on large scale projects. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Understand project manager expectations throughout each phase of the project. Perform the coordination efforts with project designer in translating design into contract documents. Review and understand project scope and contract for professional services. Coordinate project team and through collaboration with all disciplines, lead the development of: Project Plan Code Review Development of Contract Documents Communication and exchange of information Create, organize and coordinate the following: Document format and arrangement of information Document review for accuracy Project milestone progress Scheduling and coordinating document reproduction Review documents with Designer for compliance with design concepts. Support Project Manager in establishing and maintaining project milestone, deadlines and delivery dates. Create and meet established goals and objectives for the design documentation process. Coordinate communication and documents with clients for the project. Assist Project Manager in communication with Construction Team throughout construction of project. Assist Project Manager in Construction Administration, which may include Monitor progress of shop drawings Pay applications Progress meetings Site visits POSITION COMPETENCIES Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to contribute effectively in a team environment. Ability to create a collaborative team project approach. Must be flexible to adapt to situations and changes. Proficient technical skills with ability to apply technical skills to the job effectively. Ability to gather and analyze information and develop solutions. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Must have a four (4) year accredited degree in Architecture. Registered Architect a plus. Must be able to show five or more years of professional architectural experience. Must be able to show experience in construction administration, document production and design experience. Must be proficient in REVIT with experience in all Microsoft Office Suite programs required. TowerPinkster is a firm of architects and engineers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people and now we have more than 150 of the best employees in Michigan. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. TowerPinkster received the 2020 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award and the 2020 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! Our Vision: A diverse, talent-based firm sought after in expanding markets. Our Mission: Design leaders who create unique environments with clients and communities. www.towerpinkster.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer View the full position description here. Architectural Technician Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an innovative architecture, engineering and interior design firm based in the Midwest with offices in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a talented Architectural Technician in our Indiana office. This position is responsible for the architectural design and drafting / modeling support for projects of all scales. This requires knowledge of construction documents and the technical aspects of building systems. POSITION EXPECTATIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES Participate in a project team as design and drafting / modeling support Participate in project team in preparation of design presentation materials Assist Project Architect in organization of the construction documents Assist in the code review process Will have the opportunity to gain experience in all phases of the design and construction process Coordinates work with all disciplines of the project POSITION COMPETENCIES Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to contribute effectively to a team environment Ability to create a collaborative team project approach Must be flexible to adapt to situations and changes POSITION QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelors of Architecture, or Masters of Architecture degree One to Three (3) years of professional architectural experience. Revit and AutoCAD experience and proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite programs WHAT WE OFFER We have career opportunities open in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, Michigan, and New Albany, Indiana National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals. Industry leading Total Compensation (Paid Overtime, Performance Bonuses, Profit Sharing) Work-Life Balance program providing additional days off. Paid Community Service Hours. Annual Team Training, and Professional Development opportunities. The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm. TowerPinkster is a firm of architects and engineers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people and now we have more than 200 of the best employees in Michigan. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. TowerPinkster received the 2023 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award and the 2023 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! www.towerpinkster.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer View the full position description here. Construction Administrator Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an architecture, engineering and interior design firm based in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a talented Construction Administrator. This position is responsible to assist the project teams through the development of construction documents through checking quality and code compliance and to lead the project team through the Construction Administration phase of work. This position assists Project Managers in the construction administration responsibilities of large and complex projects. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES + EXPECTATIONS Assist Project Manager in review of pay applications, change proposals, change orders. Coordinate with Project Manager to maintain track of all project construction schedule and ensure compliance to all timeframe and maintain regular visits to construction sites. Monitor an effective construction quality control program and ensure compliance to all construction regulations and prepare required documents and establish quality of all construction work for all projects. Assist contractors to evaluate all contract documents and prepare reports for any deficiencies in projects and ensure adherence to all design and construction regulations. Document all construction activities and evaluate progress of all projects and monitor all requests and participate in various construction progress meetings and maintain records for all construction procedures. Assist with management of all project submittals and track review process through the office to insure timely response/return to the contractor. This includes review of submittals, appropriate to knowledge of project requirements, and timely return. Manage all RFI’s and track process through the office to insure timely response/return to the contractor. This includes review of RFI response, prior to return, to ensure response is appropriate and complete. Reviews Construction documents for quality with applicable codes prior to release. Review documents to determine conformance with established Firm practices and standards. Performs on-site inspections of building construction to ensure compliance with current structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical codes; verifies construction is according to approved plans. Coordinate site visits for various disciplines. Communicate construction progress back to design team. Communicate project issues or questions back to design team for their assistance in issue resolution. Participate in in-house quality review process to ensure bidding documents are complete and coordinated as well as to improve familiarity with the project. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in architectural profession preferred or; Ten plus years’ experience in architectural profession with experience in Code Compliance, Construction Administration and Quality Document Review. A well-rounded knowledge of architecture profession and workflow. Knowledge of current construction techniques, materials, and practices used by the construction industry, and the ability to read, interpret and apply other applicable codes and pertinent standards, ordinances, and regulations. REVIT experience/AutoCad software knowledge preferred. Familiarity with Bluebeam, PlanGride, ProCore, etc. POSITION LOCATION This is a full time position located in either our Kalamazoo or Grand Rapids Michigan office locations; however, may require work in both Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids offices. Travel to project sites is expected and required. WHAT WE OFFER: We have career opportunities open in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Kalamazoo, Michigan, Jeffersonville, Indiana and Louisville, Kentucky. National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals. Industry leading Total Compensation (Paid Overtime, Performance Bonuses, Profit Sharing) Work-Life Balance program providing six (6) additional holidays Paid Community Service Hours Annual Team Training, Professional Development The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm TowerPinkster is a firm of architects and engineers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people and now we have approximately 200 of the best employees in Michigan. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. TowerPinkster received the 2022 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award, the 2022 AIA Michigan Firm of the Year Award, and the 2022 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! www.towerpinkster.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer View the full position description here. Architectural Specifications Writer Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster, an architecture, engineering and interior design firm based in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for an Architectural Specifications Writer. This position is responsible for collaborating with leaders and team on various projects as assigned to product project manuals. A specification writer may work on several concurrent projects. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES + EXPECTATIONS Effectively produce complete and fully checked project manuals on time. Research and verify all codes and standards. Review documents and drawings for coordination with specifications. Coordinate printing of project specification manuals. Provide support for production of outlining specifications. Research all materials and systems. Coordinate specifications written by consultants on projects. Maintain libraries of specifications and project manuals. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Two to Four Year Degree in Drafting or Architecture. Three to five years of Professional Experience in Architecture and Engineering Industry. Ability to show experience in document production with material specification proficiency. Knowledge of REVIT preferred. Knowledge of MasterSpec software preferred. Ability to show proficiency in technical writing skills. Ability to read and understand drawings in the Architecture field. POSITION LOCATION This is a full-time position located in either Grand Rapids or Kalamazoo, Michigan. WHAT WE OFFER National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals. Industry-leading total compensation (paid overtime, performance bonuses, profit sharing). Work-life balance program providing six additional holidays per year. Paid community service hours. Annual team training and professional development opportunities. The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning firm. TowerPinkster is a firm of architects and engineers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people, and now we have more than 200 of the best employees in the Midwest. At our firm, it’s our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies, and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top. TowerPinkster received the 2022 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award and the 2022 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, generous communities, and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! www.towerpinkster.com. 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