The Senior Architectural Designer is a lead role on project teams and holds primary responsibility for the formal design resolution on a project including concept initiation/development, form, massing, tectonics, materials, and seminal details. This position requires a well-rounded knowledge of the field of architecture with a particular emphasis on design. It regularly requires independent discretion and judgment. Working closely with the PA and PM the Senior Designer is responsible for producing, developing and communicating the project design and its individual elements from conception through all phases of the project. The Senior Architectural Designer will work with the PM and PA to reconcile the design concept with all the various design issues that are influenced by the client, program, building support systems, and budget. The Senior Architectural Designer will be involved in the development of the concept; philosophical, functional and technical aspects of the project.
Your Impact:
- Create architectural design concepts and continue the development through all design phases.
- Work well in a design team environment and with senior management.
- Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and intercultural competency.
- Possess strong graphics and sketching skills.
- Be an effective presenter of ideas and concepts.
- Possess knowledge of interior finishes and trends.
- Be dedicated to client service.
Here's What You'll Need:
- B.Arch required and M.Arch preferred.
- Licensed Architect is preferred.
- 10+ years of professional experience required. K-12, Higher Education, or large-scale commercial experience preferred.
- Must demonstrate proficiency in using Revit.
- Ability to use SketchUp or other 3D Modeling, Animation, Rendering computer graphics programs.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure, juggle and prioritize multiple projects and adjust work accordingly, often against tight deadlines.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to interact with senior management, external client organizations and vendors.
The actual offered base salary for California locations will vary depending on factors such as individual qualifications, education, experience, skills, job-related knowledge, work location, and internal equity. We would not anticipate that the individual hired into this role will be at or near the top half of the range provided, but the decision will be dependent on the factors of each individual case. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation in the form of discretionary bonuses in addition to base salary and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits. The salary range for this position is below.
$59,977.00 - $89,966.00
PBK is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants can be considered for an opportunity without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, criminal history, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in all phases of employment in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.