Senior Designer / Senior Design Lead

About the role

An expanding architecture and design practice is looking for a design-led Senior Designer to shape hospitality, commercial and multifamily projects. This hands-on, client-facing role leads design work and navigates city approvals, with a clear path toward a Design Director position in the coming years.

Key responsibilities

• Lead project planning: define scope, evaluate project locations, research zoning requirements and align schedules with project goals.
• Develop concepts and guide projects through design development, presentations, documentation, construction administration and opening.
• Navigate entitlements and city approvals, including attending city meetings and coordinating with jurisdictions.
• Create thoughtful, accurate designs and contribute to innovative problem solving.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, jurisdictions and internal teams.
• Help grow the business by identifying opportunities in current and new sectors.

Required profile

• At least 7 years of U.S.-based architectural design experience.
• Bachelor's degree in architecture from a U.S. institution.
• Experience in hospitality, housing, commercial or related project types.
• Experience with zoning, entitlements, city meetings and approvals.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, initiative and sound judgment.

Required skills

• Revit
• SketchUp
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Microsoft Office

What we offer

• Health, dental and vision insurance, and a Simple IRA.
• Performance-based bonus and paid time off.
• Training and development, and opportunity for advancement.
• Company parties, free food and snacks.