Design Leader

Work at HMC • Seattle, WA

3d • $65,591 - $95,254 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Design Leader supports the development and coordination of architectural project designs, helping translate design intent into presentation materials, construction documents, and project deliverables. This role collaborates with project designers, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams to resolve design issues, prepare detailed drawings and models, conduct research, participate in design reviews and charettes, and ensure that project work meets technical standards, building codes, and design objectives across all project phases. This position is located in Seattle, Washington and will support Bassetti Architects, a design studio of HMC Architects. The position requires 3 days in the office and the ability to work from home Mondays and Fridays.

Requirements

• Architectural degree from an accredited university or equivalent demonstrated proficiency.
• Minimum five years of architectural design experience, including document production across all project phases.
• Proficiency in Revit with advanced command of editing, file management, and issue resolution; competency in Rhino, Enscape, and AutoCAD workflows.
• Knowledge of building systems, construction terminology, and applicable building codes.
• Ability to collaborate with consultants, government agencies, and team members while maintaining effective working relationships.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to delegate tasks respectfully and effectively.
• Demonstrated motivation, sound judgment, decision-making ability, and willingness to seek new responsibilities and challenges.
• Ability to prepare design documents, presentations, and hand-drawn sketches to communicate design ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project tasks with team members and consultants to resolve conflicts and align design intent.
• Assist in the development of project interview materials and documentation across all project phases.
• Apply building code concepts related to accessibility, life safety, fire ratings, and egress requirements.
• Prepare plans, elevations, sections, details, and design communication materials such as sketches, renderings, and presentation boards.
• Participate in producing working drawings and support SD, DD, and CD deliverables.
• Coordinate with agencies and utilities and support the plan check process.
• Conduct material, product, and system research and help develop construction details and outline specifications.
• Support 3D modeling and visualization using Revit, Rhino, Enscape, and related tools.
• Participate in design charettes, awards submissions, publication efforts, and internal design dialogue.
• Provide status updates to supervisors and support the delegation and coordination of work with project designers and managers.

Benefits

• Culture : We put people over profits, giving them the flexibility to manage their work and life. We believe in fairness, equality in opportunity, and rewarding those who perform.
• Wellness : company paid wellness courses, on-site gyms (at select locations), access to financial advisors and discounts to wellness platforms, gyms and more.
• Professional Development : LinkedIn learning access, business development training, supportive mentorship, company-paid ARE study materials, exam fees, and licensure completion bonuses.
• Comprehensive Comp and Benefits : Base+Bonus+Equity+401k, including student loan repayments, wellness programs, full medical, dental, vision, time off and holidays above industry standard.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees