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Project Architect – Aiken, South Carolina Office
About:
Meadors is seeking an experienced project architect to assist with the opening of an architecture office in Aiken, SC. Meadors is engaged in Aiken and continues to build on its relationships. Meadors is looking to establish an office in Aiken. The candidate that is selected for this position will help lead this effort by living in the community and working with Meadors team. This position will be full time in Aiken, SC.
Located in Charleston, SC, Meadors continues to focus its efforts on creating an environment where talented, passionate, and dedicated men and women can apply their skills to the architectural and construction processes in both new construction and historic restoration. Our work is diverse and matches the talent of our individual employees.
Meadors is comprised of six workshops: Architecture & Interior Design, Construction, Conservation & Preservation Planning, Design Services, Cabinetry & Millwork, and Estate Management & Maintenance. Our commitment is to preserve the heritage and durability of traditional building techniques, materials, and design, while also maintaining a commitment to sustainability and efficiency.
Requirements:
· Candidate must be a registered architect in the State of South Carolina with a minimum of 8-10 years of experience.
· Our firm specializes in custom high-end residential and light commercial work. We focus on historic preservation/restoration, alterations/additions, and new construction. Candidate must demonstrate related experience.
Essential Job Responsibilities Included:
Meeting and discussing with clients their design and construction requirements
Participate in marketing efforts and lead presentations to prospective clients
Designing and drafting building plans for various construction projects
Preparing and providing clients with materials and project specification lists
Overseeing the work of construction workers, contractors, and other team members
Undertaking regular site visits to check for quality and conformance with construction documents
Developing and maintaining project schedules
Participate in field assignments such as construction administration, conditions assessments, and site analysis
Participate in all stages of project development, performing conceptual analysis documentation, developing construction documents, submitting the bid set, and monitoring the bid process, and full construction administration services
Participate in the coordination of drawings and specifications
Assist in construction observation activities and the development of associated field reports, RFI responses, review pay applications, and submittal/shop drawing reviews
Contribute to collaborative working relationships with clients, architecture and interiors team, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders
Make presentations to clients, stakeholders, zoning, architecture review boards, etc.
Required Skills:
Demonstrate great team leadership, teamwork mentality, and be able to work closely with our clients to listen, respond, and exceed expectations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent time management and project management skills
Having an eye for detail
Highly motivated and creative individual
Excellent leadership skills
Ability to manage deadlines and stressful situations
Ability to offer excellent customer service
Willingness to travel
Candidates must be proficient in Revit
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Additional proficiency in Enscape preferred
Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and personally driven to consistently meet project design and performance goals
Ability to work independently and with a team, while coordinating with the various workshops within Meadors and with Meadors’ consultants and subcontractors
Ability to lead and guide the production of construction documents
Thorough knowledge of codes and zoning regulations
Experience with presenting to historic review boards, architecture review boards, or similar
Proactive communication, problem solving, and self-direction
Job Type: full time in Aiken, SC
Compensation:
Compensation package commensurate to experience and also includes health benefits, paid company holidays, and vacations.
Pay: Salary starting at $85,000 dependent on experience.
Benefits:
401(k)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Holiday
Paid time off
Schedule:
· Monday to Friday
· 40 hours per week
· 8am-5pm
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
In addition to the typical job application submission of providing a cover letter, resume, and portfolio, interested candidates are encouraged to visit www.meadorsinc.com, and research the company structure, projects, and people. We are looking for the best candidate – a person that will immediately contribute to the Meadors team, culture, and workshop structure.
Interested candidates are encouraged to put more emphasis on the cover letter to describe their experience and how their experience uniquely positions them as the top candidate to work with Meadors and their collaborative workshop teams. It should be evident in the cover letter that the interested applicant understands Meadors and be able to describe how they fit into the Meadors team.
If you are interested in joining the Meadors team, please send your in-depth focused cover letter, along with your resume and portfolio or link to an online portfolio.
Carpenter
Meadors Inc. has an opening for a Carpenter to join our Estate Management and Maintenance Workshop. The Carpenter will supervise and work collaboratively with a helper.
Meadors is a design-build firm located in Charleston, SC that specializes in custom high-end residential and light commercial work. We focus on both historic preservation/restoration and new construction. We are comprised of six workshops—Architecture, Construction, Conservation and Preservation Planning, Design Services, Cabinetry & Millwork, and Estate Management & Maintenance. It is the diversity of our employees, clients, and projects that makes Meadors such a unique collaborative environment.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to: info@meadorsinc.com
Qualifications
· High School Diploma or General Education Degree
· Minimum of 5 Years of high-end carpentry experience
· Must possess a valid driver’s license
· Have proper fundamental Carpenter tools
· Strong reading, writing, and speaking skills (in English)
· Comfortable using ladders and scaffolding
· Demonstrated ability to operate hand, air, and power tools
· Able to lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly
· Maintain tools and equipment in safe operating condition
· Install, maintain, and repair a variety of products, ranging from insulation to tile to drywall
· Perform work in accordance with safety and best practices
· Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools
· Document repairs and maintain thorough records
· Measure and mark materials for alterations
· Ability to speak to clients politely, and represent Meadors positively
Carpenter’s Helper
Meadors Inc. has an opening for a Carpenter Helper to join our Estate Management and Maintenance Workshop. Meadors is a design-build firm located in Charleston, SC that specializes in custom high-end residential and light commercial work. We focus on both historic preservation/restoration and new construction. We are comprised of six workshops—Architecture, Construction, Conservation and Preservation Planning, Design Services, Cabinetry & Millwork, and Estate Management & Maintenance. It is the diversity of our employees, clients, and projects that makes Meadors such a unique collaborative environment.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to: info@meadorsinc.com
Qualifications
· High School Diploma or General Education Degree
· Minimum of 1 year of high-end carpentry experience
· Must possess a valid driver’s license
· Have proper fundamental Carpenter tools
· Strong reading, writing, and speaking skills (in English)
· Comfortable using ladders and scaffolding
· Demonstrated ability to operate hand, air, and power tools
· Able to lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly
· Maintain tools and equipment in safe operating condition
· Install, maintain, and repair a variety of products, ranging from insulation to tile to drywall
· Perform work in accordance with safety and best practices
· Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools
· Document repairs and maintain thorough records
· Measure and mark materials for alterations
· Ability to speak to clients politely, and represent Meadors positively
Carpenter’s Helper – Cabinetry & Millwork Workshop
Meadors Inc. has an opening for a Carpenter’s Helper to join our Cabinetry & Millwork Workshop. This is a full-time, shop-based position located at our headquarters in Charleston, SC. The Carpenter’s Helper will support senior bench carpenters in the production of high-end custom cabinetry and architectural millwork. This work may serve projects managed by Meadors’ internal departments (Construction or Estate Management & Maintenance) or be contracted with clients outside of the company.
The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn advanced woodworking skills in a professional, collaborative environment. This position offers a valuable opportunity to develop craftsmanship and grow within a highly respected design-build firm.
Meadors is a multidisciplinary firm made up of six integrated workshops—Architecture, Construction, Conservation and Preservation Planning, Design Services, Cabinetry & Millwork, and Estate Management & Maintenance. We specialize in custom high-end residential and light commercial work, spanning both historic preservation/restoration and new construction. The diversity of our employees, clients, and projects makes Meadors a uniquely rewarding place to work.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to: info@meadorsinc.com
Qualifications
Minimum of 1 year of woodworking or carpentry experience (shop experience preferred)
Must possess a valid driver’s license
Must have fundamental hand tools appropriate for carpentry
Willingness to learn and take direction from senior carpenters
Strong reading, writing, and verbal communication skills in English
Ability to safely operate basic hand, air, and power tools
Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
Able to regularly lift and move up to 50 lbs
Maintain tools and work areas in clean and safe condition
Assist with moving and preparing materials for milling, assembly, and finishing
Help assemble cabinetry and architectural millwork components with close attention to detail
Ability to follow shop drawings and take accurate measurements; must be proficient in reading a tape measure
Baseline familiarity with standard industrial woodworking machinery and a willingness to learn correct and safe usage under supervision
Maintain a positive and professional attitude with team members and clients
Perform tasks in accordance with safety and best practice guidelines
Ability to speak to clients politely, and represent Meadors positively
If you’re motivated to build your skills in fine woodworking and contribute to high-quality, custom-built projects, we invite you to apply and grow with the Meadors team.
Bench Carpenter – Cabinetry & Millwork Workshop
Meadors Inc. is seeking a skilled Bench Carpenter to join our Cabinetry & Millwork Workshop. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in custom architectural millwork and cabinetry, with a proven ability to take projects from raw material through to finished installation-quality products. This is a shop-based position located at our Charleston, SC headquarters, where the Bench Carpenter will produce high-end, custom millwork and cabinetry for a variety of projects—both for internal Meadors projects and for clients and companies outside of Meadors.
This role involves close collaboration with our in-house architecture and design teams to realize project specifications, and it includes the responsibility of working directly with and training a helper. Strong craftsmanship, communication, and mentorship skills are essential.
Meadors is a multidisciplinary design-build firm composed of six integrated workshops—Architecture, Construction, Conservation and Preservation Planning, Design Services, Cabinetry & Millwork, and Estate Management & Maintenance. We specialize in high-end residential and light commercial work, spanning both historic preservation/restoration and new construction. The diversity of our work and teams fosters a uniquely collaborative and rewarding professional environment.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to: info@meadorsinc.com
Qualifications
Ability to read and interpret detailed shop drawings and architectural plans, and carry projects from raw material to finished goods at the highest standards of quality
Proficient in the setup, operation, and maintenance of woodworking machinery, including but not limited to:
Shapers
Moulders
Table saws
Planers
Jointers
CNC milling machines
Specialized joinery tools (domino joiners, dowel machines, etc.)
Wide-belt sanders, edge banders, and other general woodworking equipment
Comfortable working with a variety of hardwoods, composites, and engineered materials
Strong understanding of wood movement, joinery techniques, and finishing preparation
Skilled in assembling cabinetry from CNC-milled parts, including edge banding, milling and applying hardwood face frames, fitting backs and drawer boxes, and preparing units for finishing and installation
Ability to produce complex parts with tight tolerances and a high degree of craftsmanship
Proven ability to manage workflow and meet production deadlines in a shop environment
Demonstrated skill in the production of radius millwork to the highest quality standards
Experience training or mentoring junior personnel or helpers
Must possess a valid driver’s license
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 lbs
Familiarity with shop safety standards and best practices
Positive, solution-oriented attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement
Ability to understand the technical details of, and incorporate, specialized architectural hardware in doors, gates, and other installed custom millwork products
Ability to speak to clients politely, and represent Meadors positively
If you're a talented craftsperson who takes pride in precision and artistry—and you're ready to contribute to projects ranging from in-house design-build work to externally contracted millwork—we invite you to apply and join the Meadors team.
Sanding / Finishing Technician – Cabinetry & Millwork Workshop
Meadors Inc. has an opening for a Sanding / Finishing Technician to join our Cabinetry & Millwork Workshop. This is a full-time, shop-based position located at our main facility in Charleston, SC. The Sanding / Finishing Technician will be responsible for preparing custom cabinetry and architectural millwork for finish, and for applying stains, primers, paints, and topcoats to achieve a high level of craftsmanship and consistency.
This work supports a range of custom, high-end residential and light commercial projects. Products may be fabricated for internal projects managed by the Construction or Estate Management & Maintenance departments, or for work contracted directly with clients outside of the company.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and has a passion for high-quality finishes. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a collaborative, craft-focused team producing custom architectural products of the highest caliber.
Meadors is a multidisciplinary firm made up of six integrated workshops—Architecture, Construction, Conservation and Preservation Planning, Design Services, Cabinetry & Millwork, and Estate Management & Maintenance. We specialize in both historic preservation/restoration and new construction, and our projects reflect a commitment to excellence, integrity, and craftsmanship.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to: info@meadorsinc.com
Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of sanding and finishing experience in cabinetry, millwork, or furniture production
Strong attention to detail with the ability to achieve uniform, high-quality finishes on complex custom work
Proficient in sanding raw and sealed wood surfaces using hand tools, sanding blocks, and orbital/power sanders
Ability to prepare components and assemblies for finishing, including detailed edge and corner work
Experience applying stains, primers, and paint or clear finishes by hand and with HVLP or airless spray equipment
Familiarity with waterborne and solvent-based finishes and sealers
Ability to mix and match finish products for color and sheen accuracy per specifications
Capable of sanding and preparing between coats to ensure an even, clean final finish
Ability to inspect workpieces and correct surface imperfections before and during the finishing process
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-ventilated finishing area, including setup and cleanup of spray booths
Comfortable using PPE including respirators and following all shop safety guidelines
Able to lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly and stand for extended periods
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team
Positive attitude and willingness to support a collaborative team environment
Ability to speak to clients politely, and represent Meadors positively
If you take pride in precision work and want to contribute to the creation of timeless, high-quality cabinetry and millwork, we encourage you to apply and grow with the Meadors team.
Internships
Meadors is in search of passionate applicants dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge. Internships with Meadors often include experiences that transcend any singular workshop, allowing individuals to view our design/build process from multiple vantage points. Through project based learning, interns will be presented with the same challenges as our designers and artisans working as a valuable member of our team.
Contact us at careers@meadorsinc.com for available internships.