Position: Senior Architectural Designer/Architectural Designer
Location: Hudson, NH
Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site
JOB OVERVIEW
The Architectural Designer must be able to independently generate relevant, innovative, and creative design concepts for a wide range of project types and scopes. We are looking for passionate, engaged designers that are willing and able to share their energy and creativity with all our team members.
As a mid-level position on our design team, you will collaborate with other design team members and will report to Leadership for respective projects assigned to you. We are looking for designers who can produce design documents and participate in architectural problem-solving while being mindful of durability, buildability, function, environment, aesthetics, and budget.
The position requires not only strong design skills and self-motivation, but the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Project involvement for Designers extends from initial concept design to the end of construction, partnering with Design leadership and Project Management teams on every project. Communication and interaction skills are critical.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in design roles and/or construction
- Professional Bachelor's degree from an accredited School is preferred.
SKILLS and MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Must be able to deliver creative design concepts, sketches, renderings, etc. for a wide range of projects and project types.
- Ability to quickly change gears and multi-task on a daily basis.
- Appropriate verbal, written and presentation communication skills.
- Ability to speak about design and present Design concepts at Planning Boards and public meetings if required.
- Strong technical knowledge to anticipate and integrate technical building system and structural requirements into Concept Designs to ensure Design integrity and follow-through as the project moves into Production and Construction.
- Contribute to the design process by utilizing software programs such as; AutoCAD and SketchUp. Use of Photoshop or rendering experience is beneficial.
- Produce architectural documents including, but not limited to; Existing conditions documentation, schematic layouts, design development, permit drawing sets, construction sets for field use, and final As-Built drawings for close out documents.
- Identify potential issues during design and work with Project Management staff and other team members to find appropriate solutions.
- Produce design graphics for client presentations, planning board presentations, as well as strategic interior and exterior renderings and design explorations.
- Design with sufficient knowledge of local building codes and further research code complexities as needed.
- Work closely with subcontractors / consultants, vendors and suppliers to understand building materials, methods and implications on project performance, project cost, and effected lead times.
- Attend staff meetings, project meetings during design phase (as required), and attend design team meetings.
Compensation, Work Schedule & Benefits
- Salary: $60,000 $90,000, depending on experience.
- Entry-level candidates, interns, or recent graduates: approximately $54,000.
- Fully onsite position; remote work is not available.
- Standard schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM.
- Occasional additional hours may be required based on project needs.
- Non-local candidates must be willing to relocate.
- Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation and sick days.
- 6 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday.
- Health insurance available.
- 401(k) retirement plan.