Senior Project Designer (K-12 Studio)

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process on multiple K–12 projects, guiding concepts through all phases to align with client vision, educational goals, and firm standards.
• Develop innovative, functional, and age-appropriate design solutions that address site context, learning objectives, safety, accessibility, and sustainability.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality design presentations—including sketches, renderings, diagrams, and 3D models—to communicate design intent clearly to clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Oversee the development of design documentation through all phases, ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to firm standards.
• Cook up with internal teams and external consultants (structural, MEP, landscape, etc.) to ensure that all systems are integrated and support the architectural design intent.
• Lead design discussions in client meetings and presentations, serving as a primary point of contact for design direction and decisions.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level designers, fostering design excellence, professional growth, and collaborative teamwork.
• Ensure that design solutions are feasible within project budgets, schedules, and technical constraints, incorporating knowledge of construction methods and materials.
• Participate in internal design critiques and firm-wide initiatives to uphold and advance the firm’s design vision, particularly in the educational design space.
• Support business development efforts through design leadership in proposals, competitions, and client interviews.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) from an accredited program.
• 10+ years of professional experience with a strong portfolio emphasizing innovative design and attention to detail.
• Experience in K–12 or educational facility design preferred.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and design presentation tools (e.g., SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Comprehensive knowledge of architectural principles, building systems, and construction feasibility.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with consultants to achieve design intent.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client engagement skills.
• Strong leadership abilities with a passion for mentoring and inspiring design teams.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health insurance, effective the 1st of the month after date of hire
• Profit sharing bonuses
• 401(k) plan with an employer match
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life and AD&D insurance
• Other voluntary benefits including vision, dental, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and supplemental life insurance are available
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays