Careers

Miller Dunwiddie Architecture is an award-winning, full-service architectural design practice based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Work at Miller Dunwiddie spans a broad range of project types including aviation, transportation, faith-based and education projects as well as being a recognized leader in historic preservation.  

We are a group of talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to working collaboratively to bring about the highest quality of design, program resolution and construction to a project with solutions borne from client needs.  We have an open, transparent work environment where camaraderie and collegial support are highly valued and where ambition, high work morale and dedication to client service unify our staff. Our office culture is characterized by creativity, flexibility, and a focus on people.

Located in Downtown Minneapolis, we are dedicated to creating and maintaining a vibrant workplace with a hybrid work schedule to foster work life balance for our employees.



Architect

Miller Dunwiddie Architecture is seeking a talented, motivated Architect with a minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a licensed Architect in a design firm to join our team. The ideal candidate is passionate about architecture, has a strong design sensibility and appreciates the process of articulating design through the documentation and construction process. Successful candidates will work collaboratively with their teams to support, develop, and coordinate the design and implementation of a full range of project types.

DUTIES:

  • Reporting to Principal-in-Charge, Project Manager and Project Architect
  • Communication with internal and consultant teams
  • Prepare complete documents to convey the design intent and philosophy as determined by the design team at all phases of design, from schematic design graphics to detailed construction documents for bidding.
  • Building code research and analysis
  • Produce detailed and coordinated digital documents for the project team
  • Construction Administration coordination with the design team and contractor
  • Work with all team members
  • Ability to collaborate and coordinate with the entire team in innovative areas that include Energy/Performance Analysis, Design and Visualization.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

  • Work both independently in a self-directed manner as well as collaboratively within a project team.
  • Excellent written, verbal and visual communication skills are essential
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills, a passion for discovery and constant improvement, high motivation, and an ability to collaborate and work within a team setting are essential.
  • Diverse knowledge of architectural practices and design thinking that can be applied to a variety of assignments, taking initiative in response to direction or instruction.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Professional Degree in Architecture from an accredited university architecture program
  • Registered Architect State of MN
  • Minimum of three (3) years of professional architectural experience in an architect role.
  • Proficiency and professional experience using Revit for project development and documentation
  • Knowledge of SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape and advanced rendering are valued
  • Knowledge of energy and carbon analysis tools such as Flixo, Autodesk Insight, Tally or similar tools is valued.
  • Evidence of continuing professional development
  • Great interpersonal communication skills strongly preferred
  • Service for community and professional organizations valued.
Join Our Team

Architectural Designer

Miller Dunwiddie Architecture is seeking a talented, motivated Architectural Designer with 1-3 years of professional experience in a design firm to join our team.   The ideal candidate is passionate about architecture, has a strong design sensibility and appreciates the process of articulating design through the documentation and construction process. Successful candidates will work collaboratively with their teams to support, develop, and coordinate the design and implementation of a full range of project types.

DUTIES:

  • Reporting to Principal-in-Charge, Project Manager and Project Architect
  • Communication with internal and consultant teams
  • Meet task and project deadlines, develop design, computer software and presentation skills
  • Produce design documents to convey the design intent and philosophy as determined by the design team at all phases of design, from schematic design graphics to detailed construction documents for bidding.
  • Research and explore alternate design approaches as directed by the Project Architect
  • Building code research and analysis
  • Produce detailed and coordinated digital documents for the project team
  • Construction Administration coordination with the design team
  • Work with all team members
  • Ability to collaborate and coordinate with the entire team in innovative areas that include Energy/Performance Analysis, Design and Visualization.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

  • Work both independently in a self-directed manner as well as collaboratively within a project team.
  • Excellent written, verbal and visual communication skills are essential
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills, a passion for discovery and constant improvement, high motivation, and an ability to collaborate and work within a team setting are essential.
  • Diverse knowledge of architectural practices and design thinking that can be applied to a variety of assignments, taking initiative in response to direction or instruction.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Professional Degree in Architecture from an accredited university architecture program
  • Actively gaining experience for NCARB IDP program and working toward Architecture Licensure in Minnesota
  • Minimum of one (1) year of professional architectural experience in an Architectural design office
  • Interest in gaining greater understanding of sustainable design
  • Professional experience using Revit for project development and documentation
  • Knowledge of SketchUp, V-Ray, Rhino, parametric modelling and advanced rendering are valued
  • Great interpersonal communication skills strongly preferred
  • Service for community and professional organizations valued.
Join Our Team

Interior Designer

Miller Dunwiddie Architecture is seeking a talented and motivated Interior Designer with 1-5 years of professional experience to join our team.  Successful candidates will work collaboratively to coordinate and design a full range of project types.

DUTIES:

  • Collaborate on multiple projects and project types from programming, through design and into construction.
  • Provide finish plans, drawings and details to support a full set of construction documents.
  • Implement furniture budgets and specifications for bidding.
  • Work with product reps, furniture dealers and consultants to achieve project goals.
  • Develop finish boards and presentation materials for clients.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in interior design
  • CID in state of MN preferred
  • Minimum of 1 year of professional interior design experience.
  • Professional experience using Revit – InDesign and Enscape is a plus.
  • Experience in programming, space planning, conceptual design, design development, construction documentation and construction administration.
  • Flexibility to work on multiple project types and sizes.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of Photoshop and Sketch Up preferred.
  • Excellent graphic and presentation skills.
Join Our Team

Miller Dunwiddie Architecture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or disability. If you need special accommodation responding to this ad, please call (612) 337-0000.