Current Job Listings

We consistently receive new job opening requisitions from our clients on a weekly basis for Boston, Greater Boston, the New England markets and beyond. We are always looking for talent. Bachelor's and or Master’s degree preferred for most positions. Immediate openings vary from temp, temp to hire and direct hire opportunities. Proven Revit, BIM project experience in a professional setting is highly desired for most design positions. Please submit your resume (PDF preferred) and a separate PDF of your work samples no larger than 5 megs.

When applying for a specific job please email to: jobs@dakotadesignstaff.com with the Job# in the subject line.

Once your resume and samples are received a Dakota staffing specialist will contact you. 

Job #1896:  Junior Fire Protection Designer

Job Title: Junior Fire Protection Designer

Position Location: New Hampshire

Approx. Length of Position: Direct Hire

Degree Required: Bachelor or Master of Engineering degree, Technology diploma, or Technician certificate in Mechanical or Fire Suppression Engineering design or other applicable area

Requirements:

• Minimum 2+ years AutoCAD/Revit experience coupled with professional experience preferred)
• Design/Draft fire protection (sprinkler and fire alarm systems) 3D and 2D drawing packages for various projects using Revit or AutoCAD
• Provide production assistance to the Design Staff as follows: Set up AutoCAD/Revit drawing files including digitizing and cleaning up working drawings
• Fire Protection drafting as per mark-ups provided by Design Staff
• On-site field survey and documentation of existing conditions to coordinate with design team, architects, other engineers, vendors, consultants.
• Co-ordinate Fire Suppression requirements with other mechanical and electrical services (assistance provided by Design Staff as needed)
• Opportunities for a hybrid work-from-home schedule
• Ability to work on a job site (occasional overnight travel approximately 5%-10%)

Technical

• Must be highly skilled in Revit/BIM and/or AutoCAD
• Software proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit/BIM, MS Office

Job #1895:  Sr. Interior Residential Designer

Job Title: Sr. Interior Residential Designer

Position Location: Boston and Greater Boston area

Approx. Length of Position: Direct hire

Degree Required: Bachelor or Master of Interior Architecture or Interior Design

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5+ years of professional architecture experience working in a high-end residential design firm.
• Experience in all project phases of design and technical details; SD through CD’s.
• Proven experience on projects, coordinating with clients, design teams/staff.
• Experience managing in-house junior designers and staff.
• Collaboration and coordination with clients, engineers, various consultants and vendors
• Project types; Luxury; High-End Residential Single-Family homes.

Technical

• Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe suite, SketchUp, Graphic/Rendering software.

Job #1892:  HVAC Engineer | Project Manager

Job Title: HVAC Engineer / Project Manager

Position Location: Greater Boston

Approx. Length of Position: Direct hire

Degree Required: Bachelors or Masters of Engineering

Requirements:

• B+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience
• 5+ years of professional experience as a manager / supervisor of staff
• Licensed Professional Engineer or on track EIT or FE
• Experience in the design and engineering of building, ventilating and air conditioning systems, as well as plumbing and fire protection.
• Skilled in the fundamentals of engineering thermos-fluids and psychometrics
• Manage /Lead projects and Jr. Staff, supervise and mentor HVAC/P team members
• Oversee and support the design and engineering of HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems, as well as energy conservation and sustainability
• Oversee and support the development of technical specifications, plans, elevations, section and details
• Oversee and review engineering-related calculations
• Review work and verify compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards / practices
• Coordinate with other in-house engineering disciplines as needed
• Firm focuses on the design for both traditional and design-build, specializes in the design and evaluation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and fire protection systems

Technical

• Revit/BIM, AutoCAD, MS Office

Job #1891:  Engineering Draftsperson | Designer

Job Title: Engineering Draftsperson / Designer

Position Location: South of Boston

Approx. Length of Position: Direct hire

Degree Required: Bachelors Degree in Engineering

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of professional engineering and architecture project experience in a firm
• Ability to understand project specifications desired.
• Supporting project managers in construction administration duties, including submittal reviews, visiting the job site, and writing field reports
• Support the Project Managers, Sr. & Jr. architects/engineers, by using the AutoCAD system to develop working drawings, sketches, and other drafting needs.
• Bachelor's degree or working towards in mechanical engineering or a related field is plus.
• The primary function of this position is to support the project engineers and managers in the creation of contract drawings, sketches, and any other required documents using AutoCAD and /or Revit.

Technical

• AutoCAD and Revit BIM proficient(AutoCAD), SketchUp, Adobe suite
• Bachelor's degree or working towards in mechanical engineering or a related field is plus. 

Job #1890:  Project Architect

Job Title: Project Architect

Position Location: South of Boston

Approx. Length of Position: Direct hire

Degree Required: Bachelor or Master of Architecture

Requirements:

• Licensed Architect with 8+ years of professional architecture experience in a firm in all project phases; SD-CD’s CA, proven project management on projects, managing design teams/staff
• Proven leadership skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders
• Ability to manage project submittals
• Experience in LEED and CAD drafting
• Collaboration and coordination with clients, engineers, various consultants and vendors
• Project types; Architecture, Engineering, Historic Renovation, building restoration
• The Project Architect will be responsible for overseeing and designing projects, submittals, managing project timelines, budgets and ensuring compliance with building codes.

Technical

• AutoCAD and Revit BIM proficient(AutoCAD), SketchUp, Adobe suite
• Graphic/Rendering software
• Licensed Architect in Massachusetts or on track to be licensed 

Job #1889:  Project Manager | Construction Administrator

Job Title: Project Manager | Construction Administrator

Position Location: Boston

Approx. Length of Position: Direct hire

Degree Required: Bachelor or Master of Architecture

Requirements:

• Licensed Architect with 8+ years of professional architecture experience in a firm in all project phases; SD-CD’s CA, proven project management on projects, managing design teams/staff
• Passion for overseeing the building process and working closely with the contractor
• Strong experience with design and technical detailing in all phases SD-CD’s, CA
• Architecture material & systems detailing
• Collaboration and coordination with clients, engineers, various consultants and vendors
• Familiarity with MGL 149/149A construction delivery methods desirable
• Project types; transportation, institutional, commercial, civic and community
• Demonstrated proficiency in following areas: Extensive knowledge of construction with in-field experience on complex projects, leadership on projects in various stages, client relationships, communication + organizational skills
• Exceptional work ethic & enthusiastic attitude are imperative
• Ability to travel

Technical

• Revit BIM proficient(AutoCAD), SketchUp, Adobe suite, Graphic/Rendering software
• Licensed Architect in Massachusetts or on track to be licensed is a plus

Job #1888:  Project Manager | Architect

Job Title: Project Manager | Architect

Position Location: Boston

Approx. Length of Position: Direct hire

Degree Required: Bachelor or Master of Architecture

Requirements:

• 8+ years of professional architecture experience in a firm in all project phases; SD-CD’s CA, proven project management on projects, managing design teams/staff
• Strong experience with design and technical detailing in all phases SD-CD’s, CA
• Architecture material & systems detailing
• Collaboration and coordination with clients, engineers, various consultants and vendors
• Familiarity with MGL 149/149A construction delivery methods desirable
• LEED/WELL/CPHC accreditation is desirable
• Project types; transportation, institutional, commercial, civic and community
• Demonstrated proficiency in following areas: leadership on projects in various stages, client relationships, communication + organizational skills,

Technical

• Revit BIM proficient(AutoCAD), SketchUp, Adobe suite, Graphic/Rendering software
• Licensed Architect in Massachusetts or on track to be licensed is a plus

Job #1885:  Plumbing | Fire Protection Designer

Job Title: Plumbing / Fire Protection Designer

Position Location: Greater Boston

Approx. Length of Position: Direct Hire

Degree Required: Bachelor or Master of Engineering

Requirements:

• Licensed P.E. or pursuing license with 1-5 years of experience; recent engineering graduates welcome to apply.
• Prepare drawings detailing the systems designed. System design calculations. 
• Select equipment for use in building systems. 
• Assist Report writing / specification preparation
• Coordinate work with engineers of other disciplines/companies. 
• Attend meetings as necessary and communicate with clients to establish their needs and discuss design issues with them. 
• Incorporate sustainable design methods in buildings. 
• Project types; Universities, Restaurants, Hotels, High-End single-family and multi-family housing, health care, municipal buildings, high-tech manufacturing.
• Technical 

Technical:

• Revit/BIM, AutoCAD, MS Office