Join Our team at Sherman Carter Barnhart Architects!
Sherman Carter Barnhart Architects is an interdisciplinary design practice offering services in architecture, interior design, structural engineering, and site design, including landscape architecture and civil engineering. We believe everyone deserves exceptional design, and exceptional design changes lives. Our mission is to create buildings, spaces, and places that are catalysts for productivity and community. If you’re the kind of person who wants to make a positive impact, talk to us about joining our team.
Presently, Sherman Carter Barnhart Architects is seeking the following positions:
- Receptionist/Administrative Assistant – Lexington, KY
- Project Administrator – Lexington, KY
- Project Administrator – Paducah, KY
- Licensed Architect – Lexington, KY
- Entry Level Architect – Lexington, KY
- Architectural Student Interns – Lexington, KY
Please see the job descriptions and qualifications below.
Architectural Technician – Lexington KY Office
Sherman Carter Barnhart Architects is seeking a self-motivated, talented Architectural Technician. The ideal candidate will have earned a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture and have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience with Autodesk Revit and/or AutoCAD. Additional requirements include:
- Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM).
- Experience with Autodesk Revit is preferred.
- Experience with AutoCAD Architecture is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.
- Experience with 3D modeling and rendering software such as Sketchup, Lumion, and Twinmotion.
- Knowledge of Photoshop and/or Illustrator graphic software is not required but is beneficial.
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to stay on task and meet deadlines.
- The ability to work autonomously and within a team environment.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic architectural environment.
The day-to-day expectations include:
- Collaborate with the design team to generate and develop design ideas.
- Produce design and construction documents, presentation drawings, graphic design work, and digital models using AutoCAD Architecture, AutoDesk Revit, Civil 3D, Carlson Software, SketchUp, Lumion, Twinmotion, and Adobe Photoshop.
- Work with team members from concept through construction administration.
- May attend field site inspections to provide field measurements, which frequently involve a physical site walk-through.
- Attends and actively participates in project team meetings.
- Is self-directed, takes initiative, and seeks thoughtful solutions for design execution.
- Demonstrates motivation in seeking new responsibilities and challenges.
- Performs other duties as required.
Benefits:
Believing our people are the key to our success, we support them with:
- Competitive salaries
- Paid time off
- Flexible work hours to support a healthy work-life balance
- Health/Vision/Dental Insurance
- Profit Sharing
- Retirement Plans
- Wellness Programs
- Commitment to professional development programs
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
We’re looking for a friendly and experienced Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to join our Lexington, KY office full-time. If you love working in a dynamic environment and have a knack for handling various administrative tasks, we’d love to hear from you!
Personal Traits:
- Team player
- Highly organized
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communicator
- Adaptable to different management styles
Software Skills:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
- Experience with Ecomm, Procore, or other web-based management software (a plus)
- Familiarity with Bluebeam and AIA software (a plus)
Receptionist Duties:
- Answer phone calls
- Greet visitors and clients
- Prepare outgoing UPS packages and USPS mail
- Receive and distribute incoming packages and mail
General Administrative Tasks:
- Filing and record-keeping
- Data entry
- Email correspondence
- Order office supplies
- Maintain employee lists
- Manage company car and conference room schedules
- Log incoming checks
- Book rental car and hotel reservations
- Order food for meetings
- Assist the Marketing Department with tasks
- Maintain and distribute the master project schedule
What’s Required:
- Associate’s degree
- 3-5 years of experience in an administrative role
Benefits:
Believing our people are the key to our success, we support them with:
- Competitive salaries
- Paid time off
- Flexible work hours to support a healthy work-life balance
- Health/Vision/Dental Insurance
- Profit Sharing
- Retirement Plans
- Wellness Programs
- Commitment to professional development programs
Ready to make a difference with us? Apply now and become a vital part of our collaborative and innovative team!
Submit your resume to humanresources@scbarchitects.com.
Project Administrator – Paducah, KY Office
We’re looking for a full-time Project Administrator in our Paducah, KY office to work closely with our Project Managers. If you have experience in project-related administrative tasks and enjoy a dynamic work environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Personal Traits:
- Team player
- Highly organized
- Detail-oriented
- Excellent communicator
- Adaptable to different management styles
Software Skills:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
- Experience with Ecomm, Procore, or other web-based management software (a plus)
- Familiarity with Bluebeam and AIA software (a plus)
- Experience with KY Department of Education software – FACPAC/SharePoint (a plus)
Key Responsibilities:
- Schedule meetings with teams and clients (and attend as needed)
- Create and distribute project correspondence/documents (e.g., meeting minutes, schedules, construction forms)
- Incorporate addendum items into construction document sets
- Create project specifications
- Prepare phase-end review sets
- Prepare contracts
- Maintain necessary insurance certificates
- Upload and manage all documents in KDE software
- Office Assistant duties (send/receive mail and packages, order office supplies, filing and record-keeping, data entry, email correspondence, rental car and hotel bookings)
What’s Required:
- Associate’s degree
- 3-5 years of experience in an administrative role
Benefits:
Believing our people are the key to our success, we support them with:
- Competitive salaries
- Paid time off
- Flexible work hours to support a healthy work-life balance
- Health/Vision/Dental Insurance
- Profit Sharing
- Retirement Plans
- Wellness Programs
- Commitment to professional development programs
Ready to make a difference with us? Apply now and become a part of our supportive and collaborative team!
Submit your resume to humanresources@scbarchitects.com.
Project Administrator – Lexington KY Office
We’re looking for a full-time Project Administrator in our Lexington, KY office to work closely with our Project Managers. If you have experience in project-related administrative tasks and enjoy a dynamic work environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Personal Traits:
- Team player
- Highly organized
- Detail-oriented
- Excellent communicator
- Adaptable to different management styles
Software Skills:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
- Experience with Ecomm, Procore, or other web-based management software (a plus)
- Familiarity with Bluebeam and AIA software (a plus)
- Experience with KY Department of Education software – FACPAC/SharePoint (a plus)
Key Responsibilities:
- Schedule meetings with teams and clients (and attend as needed)
- Create and distribute project correspondence/documents (e.g., meeting minutes, schedules, construction forms)
- Incorporate addendum items into construction document sets
- Create project specifications
- Prepare phase-end review sets
- Prepare contracts
- Maintain necessary insurance certificates
- Upload and manage all documents in KDE software
- Serve as primary backup for the Office Administrator
What’s Required:
- Associate’s degree
- 3-5 years of experience in an administrative role
Benefits:
Believing our people are the key to our success, we support them with:
- Competitive salaries
- Paid time off
- Flexible work hours to support a healthy work-life balance
- Health/Vision/Dental Insurance
- Profit Sharing
- Retirement Plans
- Wellness Programs
- Commitment to professional development programs
Ready to make a difference with us? Apply now and become a part of our supportive and collaborative team!
Submit your resume to humanresources@scbarchitects.com.
Architecture Student Internship/Co-op
What you will do and learn:
As a Student Intern, you will undertake a variety of assignments throughout the development of a project, including but not limited to:
- Rendering to Reality: Work with our team to transform a projects’ vision into a built environment. Learning about bringing ideas into reality.
- Design & Drawing: Collaborate with architects and studio team members to create detailed architectural drawings, presentation drawings, graphic design work, digital models and 3D models using AutoCAD Architecture, Autodesk Revit, SketchUp, Lumion, Twinmotion, and Adobe Photoshop
- Documentation: Assist in the preparation of construction documents, specifications, and project reports. Ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant codes and standards.
- Project Coordination: Work closely with project managers to coordinate tasks and schedules to meet project goals and deadlines.
- Continual Learning: Learn to use industry-standard software and best practices to enhance your skills.
Key Requirements:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor/Master’s degree in Architecture.
- Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM), Revit, and/or AutoCAD.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
- The ability to work autonomously and within a team environment.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic architectural environment.
How to Apply:
Submit applications to humanresources@scbarchitects.com.
Architect
We are seeking experienced architects with a demonstrated passion for architecture and a proven track record in project management. Ideal candidates will be creative, motivated, and curious, equipped to lead large, complex projects from initial design through to construction. If you possess strong leadership skills and are eager to apply your skills within a collaborative team environment, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us.
Day-to-Day Expectations:
- Meet with clients to develop an understanding of their project goals.
- Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules.
- Manage and produce design and construction documents, presentation drawings, graphic design work, and digital models.
- Lead a project team effectively, meet critical schedules with accountability, and motivate and mentor teammates.
- Collaborate and coordinate with the design team effectively to generate and develop design ideas.
- Work with team members from concept design through construction administration.
- Lead, attend, and actively participate in project team meetings.
- Represent Sherman Carter Barnhart Architects professionally in all client communication, engagement, and interactions.
- Is self-directed, takes initiative, and seeks thoughtful solutions for design execution.
- Is motivated to seek new responsibilities and challenges.
- Participates in project interviews.
- Performs other duties as required.
Requirements:
- Working knowledge of design, trends, and construction methodology, material application, and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness.
- Thorough knowledge and proficiency in Building Information Modeling {BIM).
- Experience with Autodesk Revit is preferred.
- Experience with AutoCAD Architecture is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.
- Knowledge of 3D modeling and rendering software such as Sketchup, Lumion, and Twinmotion is not required, but it is beneficial.
- Knowledge of Photoshop and/or Illustrator graphic software is not required but is beneficial.
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to facilitate meetings with the clients, project staff, and consultant coordination
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to stay on task and meet deadlines.
- The ability to work autonomously and within a team environment.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic architectural environment.
- Ability to effectively meet deadlines.
- Strong presentation graphics and organizational skills as well as the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
Qualifications:
- Professional Degree in Architecture; Bachelor/Master of Architecture from an accredited program preferred.
- State of Kentucky Architectural License or near completion of ARE
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of architectural experience
Benefits:
Believing our people are the key to our success, we support them with:
- Competitive salaries
- Paid time off
- Flexible work hours to support a healthy work-life balance
- Health/Vision/Dental Insurance
- Profit Sharing
- Retirement Plans
- Wellness Programs
- Commitment to professional development programs
How to Apply:
Submit your resume to humanresources@scbarchitects.com.
Entry-Level Architectural Staff Position
If you are a recent Architectural graduate, this is the job for you!
As a member of the Sherman Carter Barnhart team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate closely with an experienced project team by contributing to developing architectural drawings. Through this entry-level position, you can apply the knowledge and skills acquired during your architectural education while enhancing your skills with industry-standard software such as AutoCAD Architecture and Autodesk Revit.
What sets us apart is our dedication to your professional growth. We offer a flexible schedule for those who need to complete their postgraduate degree. If you’ve completed your master’s, we understand that obtaining your architectural registration is a significant milestone, and we are committed to supporting you on this journey. Sherman Carter Barnhart offers a comprehensive support program for licensure, including paid time off to study and take exams. You’ll have access to educational materials and resources, as well as guidance from experienced architects who will mentor you every step of the way.
Day-to-Day Expectations:
- Collaborate with the design team to generate and develop design ideas.
- Produce design and construction documents, presentation drawings, graphic design work, and digital models using AutoCAD Architecture, AutoDesk Revit, Civil 3D, Carlson Software, SketchUp, Lumion, Twinmotion, and Adobe Photoshop.
- Work with team members from concept through construction administration.
- May attend field site inspections to provide field measurements, which frequently involve a physical site walk-through.
- Attends and actively participates in project team meetings.
- Is self-directed, takes initiative, and seeks thoughtful solutions for design execution.
- Demonstrates motivation in seeking new responsibilities and challenges.
- Performs other duties as required.
What’s Required:
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Architecture.
- Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM).
- Experience with Autodesk Revit is preferred.
- Experience with AutoCAD Architecture is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.
- Knowledge of 3D modeling and rendering software such as Sketchup, Lumion, and Twinmotion is not required, but it is beneficial.
- Knowledge of Photoshop and/or Illustrator graphic software is not required but is beneficial.
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to stay on task and meet deadlines.
- The ability to work autonomously and within a team environment.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic architectural environment.
Benefits:
Believing our people are the key to our success, we support them with:
- Competitive salaries
- Paid time off
- Flexible work hours to support a healthy work-life balance
- Health/Vision/Dental Insurance
- Profit Sharing
- Retirement Plans
- Wellness Programs
- Commitment to professional development programs
How to Apply:
To become a vital part of our collaborative and innovative environment, submit your resume to humanresources@scbarchitects.com
