Architectural Designer – Urban Scale

Who You Are:  

• A passionate and self-motivated architectural designer with an affinity for the urban scale and how our work impacts cities 
• Drawn to the big-picture process of shaping environments while understanding the art of constructing buildings 
• Skilled at transforming research into innovative and thoughtful design 
• Thrive in the early stages of design but also understand how to carry ideas through to implementation 
• Graphically savvy — your software expertise strengthens the communication of ideas 
• Able to work independently and also support dynamic teams to deliver high-quality outcomes 

What you’ll do: 

Design & Visualization 

• Create building and urban-scale concepts and clearly communicate them  
• Develop diagrams, infographics, plans, sections, and presentation materials to support compelling narratives 
• Use advanced visualization tools and techniques to enhance storytelling and design clarity 
• Support community engagement efforts, including preparing materials and participating at workshops or community meetings 
• Contribute to strategic planning and visioning documents, including master plans, design guidelines, or development frameworks 

Research & Analysis 

• Conduct precedent and contextual research to inform massing, program, and site strategy 
• Utilize GIS and analytical tools to evaluate context, explore options, and inform design direction 
• Research and interpret zoning codes, regulations, and site constraints to guide concept development 
• Analyze policy and planning frameworks to identify design opportunities and constraints 

Sustainability & Innovation 

• Collaborate on sustainability-focused design strategies and explore environmentally responsive solutions 
• Integrate smart city principles and emerging technologies into project approaches 

Process & Execution 

• Support the full project lifecycle—from early visioning and site analysis through documentation and delivery 
• Participate in internal, consultant, and client-facing coordination and design presentations 
• Work closely with project leadership to ensure quality, timeliness, and alignment with design goals 

Qualifications: 

• 2 Years professional experience preferred, not required
• Bachelor’s and/or Master's degree in Architecture, Planning, Landscape or Urban Design 
• Strong portfolio of work, across a range of project types and geographies 
• Experience in the Middle East region is preferred 
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills 
• Proficiency in Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), and AutoCAD 
• Familiarity with Grasshopper, Enscape, and GIS tools is a plus 

Submit resume and portfolio  

This position requires 3 days of on-site work per week at our Charlestown, MA office

The compensation range for this role is $60,000 - $80,000, as defined by CBT’s compensation structure based on level. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and alignment with internal peers.