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Lead innovative architectural design solutions within a collaborative studio environment. Drive design concepts from inception to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and technical feasibility. Requires 10+ years of experience, proficiency in design software, and strong leadership skills.
Key Highlights
Key leader in a collaborative design studio driving innovative architectural projects.
Involved in all stages of the design process, from concept to construction documentation.
Fosters creativity, collaboration, and team-driven success in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development of design concepts, ensuring input from all team members that meet client goals, budget, and schedule.
Lead the conceptual design phase, including space planning, 3D modeling, rendering, and presentations.
Ensure that design outcomes reflect the Cuhaci Peterson brand while meeting client objectives, balancing creativity with functionality.
Ensure designs comply with building codes, zoning regulations, and designated sustainability goals.
Manage and oversee multiple projects, guiding design teams to meet project timelines, deliverables, and design quality consistently.
Promote a collaborative workflow across disciplines, working closely with engineers, architects, landscape architects, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project coordination.
Conduct client meetings and design presentations to ensure client satisfaction and project progress.
Create detailed design documents, including drawings, plans, and details for all design phases (concept, schematic, design development, and construction documentation).
Work closely with the technical team to ensure the design is feasible, buildable, and compliant with all codes and regulations.
Provide guidance, leadership, and mentorship to junior designers and architects.
Encourage open communication, creativity, and experimentation, creating an inclusive environment where team members feel empowered to contribute their ideas.
Lead by example, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the studio.
Engage with clients as part of the team, fostering strong relationships built on trust, transparency, and communication.
Work with clients and stakeholders throughout the design process, incorporating their feedback and ensuring alignment with project goals and expectations.
Present design ideas and progress to clients, stakeholders, and external collaborators.
Advocate for cutting-edge design strategies within the studio's projects.
Stay current with trends in architecture, materials, and design technologies, sharing insights with the team to inspire innovation.
Technical Skills Required
Benefits & Perks
Superior Benefit Packages for the whole family and pets
Generous 401(K) company match
Generous PTO
License renewals 100% paid by company
Professional membership renewals 100% paid by company
Continuing education lunch-n-learns, and industry convention attendance encouraged
Sign on bonus
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Company sponsored charity events
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Description
The Senior Designer is a key leader within our collaborative design studio, working closely with the VP of Design & Digital Practice and multidisciplinary teams to drive innovative design solutions for a wide range of architectural projects. This role fosters creativity, collaboration, and teamwork, where ideas are shared and developed together. The Senior Designer will be involved in every stage of the design process, contributing technical expertise, creative leadership, and a passion for team-driven success. The ideal candidate thrives in an open, supportive, fast-paced studio environment focused on delivering outstanding architectural solutions that exceed expectations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in architectural design.
- Proficiency in architectural design software, including AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience with 3D rendering and visualization tools (e.g., V-Ray, Enscape, Lumion).
- Strong knowledge of building codes, regulations, and standards.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities.
Design Leadership:
- Lead the development of design concepts, ensuring input from all team members, including junior designers, architects, and engineers, that meet client goals, budget, and schedule.
- Lead the conceptual design phase, including space planning, 3D modeling, rendering, and presentations.
- Ensure that design outcomes reflect the Cuhaci Peterson brand while meeting client objectives, balancing creativity with functionality.
- Ensure designs comply with building codes, zoning regulations, and designated sustainability goals.
- Manage and oversee multiple projects, guiding design teams to meet project timelines, deliverables, and design quality consistently.
- Promote a collaborative workflow across disciplines, working closely with engineers, architects, landscape architects, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project coordination.
- Conduct client meetings and design presentations to ensure client satisfaction and project progress.
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- Create detailed design documents, including drawings, plans, and details for all design phases (concept, schematic, design development, and construction documentation).
- Work closely with the technical team to ensure the design is feasible, buildable, and compliant with all codes and regulations.
- Provide guidance, leadership, and mentorship to junior designers and architects.
- Encourage open communication, creativity, and experimentation, creating an inclusive environment where team members feel empowered to contribute their ideas.
- Lead by example, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the studio.
- Engage with clients as part of the team, fostering strong relationships built on trust, transparency, and communication.
- Work with clients and stakeholders throughout the design process, incorporating their feedback and ensuring alignment with project goals and expectations.
- Present design ideas and progress to clients, stakeholders, and external collaborators.
- Advocate for cutting-edge design strategies within the studio's projects.
- Stay current with trends in architecture, materials, and design technologies, sharing insights with the team to inspire innovation.
- Creative Vision: Ability to develop compelling design concepts that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
- Problem-solving: Ability to resolve design and construction challenges promptly and effectively.
- Time Management: Capable of managing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines.
- Client Engagement: Comfortable leading client meetings and design presentations with confidence and professionalism.
- Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment and adept at managing changing project needs and client expectations.
- Collaborative Mindset: Thrives in a team-based environment where creativity and problem solving are shared endeavors.
- Communication: Ability to actively listen to and incorporate diverse perspectives into the design process.
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- Superior Benefit Packages for the whole family and of course the pets too!
- Generous 401(K) company match – show me the money!!
- Generous PTO – vacay time!
- Casual “uncorporate” working environment – Jeans and Hey Dudes!!
- Employee Entertainment Benefits Discount Program.
- License renewals 100% paid by company.
- Professional membership renewals 100% paid by company.
- Continuing education lunch-n-learns, and industry convention attendance encouraged!
- Sign on bonus’.
- Relocation available.
- Tuition Reimbursement Program.
- Company sponsored charity events to participate in!
- Our Licensing Specialist loves to deal with the licensing boards and handles all the tedious forms, so you won’t have too!
- Fully staffed Permitting department – they know how to deal with the jurisdictions!
- Highly skilled Designers in our Design Department – they love turning ideas into reality!
- Various sectors of business to include - Grocery, Retail, Big Box, Power Centers, Senior Living, Restaurant, Industrial, Multi-family, Convenience – We love bringing communities to life!
- We have experts in MEP, Fire Protection and Structural who tackle the technical issues!
- Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night keeps our CA department from their appointed surveys!
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