Architectural Designer

Dream Company

Leadership here believes in building people up, not just filling seats. The firm is employee owned, so the people doing the work also have a stake in where it is headed, and that shows up in how decisions get made and how growth gets rewarded. Teams work side by side in one office, trading ideas across disciplines instead of working in silos, and there is a clear, transparent path for how someone moves from doing the work to leading it.

Dream Job

This is a role built for someone who wants real ownership over their work, not just a seat at the drafting table. You will take construction documents from development through completion, working closely with project managers and reviewing shop drawings while also mentoring less experienced designers as you grow. Because every discipline sits under one roof, you will have direct access to structural, mechanical, and other engineering teams whenever a project needs it. For a designer ready to move from producing drawings to guiding a team, this is a natural next step.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complete, detailed construction drawings with minimal oversight and a solid understanding of applicable systems.
• Create code compliant plans, demonstrating strong knowledge of building code requirements and the research needed to meet them.
• Apply sound design principles to deliver functional, budget conscious, and visually appropriate solutions.
• Guide and develop team members through clear goals, performance standards, and feedback.
• Communicate professionally with clients when the project manager is unavailable, keeping the PM informed throughout.
• Prepare submittals and attend approval meetings when required.
• Coordinate closely with other disciplines to produce accurate, integrated documents.
• Manage workload efficiently and produce accurate, high quality drawings.
• Track project progress and alert the PM of schedule risks in advance.
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and keep the PM updated on field issues during construction.
• Perform site visits and measurements to verify documents match completed work.

Qualifications

• Professional license preferred.
• Relevant associate's or bachelor's degree in architecture or a related field.
• Approximately four to ten years of relevant experience in architectural design and construction documentation.