Senior Architectural Designer

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About the role

As a Senior Architectural Designer, you will lead a dynamic team of designers, manage complex projects, and ensure the delivery of high-quality architectural designs. You will oversee the transition from design to construction documents and cultivate strong client relationships. Your expertise in regulatory compliance and innovation will drive project success.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and guide junior designers to foster professional growth and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Manage design projects independently with minimal supervision and provide input on other team members' projects.
• Deliver design excellence through the entitlements phase and assist the production team, mitigating risks and resolving design issues.
• Represent the firm in client-facing and regulatory meetings, aligning client goals and expectations.
• Demonstrate expertise in jurisdictional communications, compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and entitlement submittals.
• Conduct site feasibility research and site visits as required.
• Identify and implement emerging technologies, materials, and methodologies to enhance design quality.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Revit and Microsoft 365.
• Extensive experience in conceptual and schematic design.
• Proven project coordination skills.
• Experience in architectural design and construction documents.
• Ability to manage entitlement processes with minimal direction.
• Strong ability to maintain and develop client relationships.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of architectural design experience.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Senior Project Designer.
• Bachelor of Science in Architecture.
• 2 years of experience working on hospitality projects.
• Experience in midrise hospitality, mixed-use, or multifamily projects is preferred.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam and experience with AI.
• Interior design experience is a plus.

Work Environment

This position is based on-site in our Scottsdale office, which offers flexible start hours and accommodates three employees. The role provides significant opportunities for leadership and business development.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off annually (includes sick time).
• 7 paid holidays per year.
• Company-sponsored health insurance for the employee.
• Optional additional family health and dental coverage (paid by the employee).
• Simple IRA matching up to 3% of contributions.
• Vision coverage anticipated once the Arizona office grows in size (employee-paid when available).

Pay

$90,000 – $125,000 per year.

Schedule

Permanent, fully on-site position in Scottsdale, AZ.