Senior Architectural Designer

TKDA•Duluth, MN

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

TKDA is seeking a Senior Architectural Designer to serve as a technical and design-document leader on corporate, industrial, educational, and governmental projects. The role leads development and coordination of design and construction documents from concept through construction, working with project managers, architects, engineers, clients, and other stakeholders. The designer will take ownership of project deliverables, support quality control, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior staff. Success requires a strong understanding of building systems, construction detailing, wall assemblies, and how buildings are constructed, along with the ability to work independently and help maintain project quality, schedule, and design intent throughout the project lifecycle. Experience with construction administration, documentation, and project coordination is highly valued. The position offers a flexible work arrangement of three days in the office and two days working from home. TKDA is a 100% employee-owned firm with more than 430 professionals. The stated salary range is $80,000–$117,000, with a Duluth, Minnesota range of $75,000–$110,000. The ranges reflect base pay for candidates with 8–18 years of related experience; compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, licensure, and responsibilities. Additional compensation may include the ESOP and bonus program. TKDA offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one; eligibility for discretionary bonuses through an annual incentive plan; monthly employer HSA contributions for employees choosing an HSA-eligible plan; a 401(k) match; an Employee Stock Ownership Plan funded entirely by company profits; PTO accrued based on professional experience; and eight paid holidays. Employment is subject to a standard pre-employment background screening after acceptance of a conditional offer. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements.

Requirements

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Architectural Drafting & Design, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered.
At least 8 years of progressive architectural experience, including leadership of design and construction document development for complex building projects.
Demonstrated experience leading the development and coordination of design and construction document packages.
Experience producing construction documents and construction sets using industry-standard software.
Strong understanding of building systems, wall assemblies, construction detailing, building codes, and construction methods.
Experience supporting construction administration activities, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and assisting during construction.
Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
Experience mentoring, directing, and delegating work to junior-level staff.
Familiarity with drawing quality control processes and document review procedures.
Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD.
Authorization to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite.
Corporate, industrial, educational, or government project experience.
Experience with construction administration, construction documentation, and project coordination.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and coordination of design and construction document packages for complex building projects.
Develop and review construction documents and construction sets using industry-standard software.
Coordinate design and construction documentation with project managers, architects, engineers, clients, and other internal and external stakeholders.
Support construction administration, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and assisting during construction.
Support drawing quality control and document review processes.
Mentor, direct, and delegate work to junior-level staff.
Help maintain project quality, schedule, and design intent throughout all phases of design and construction.
Work independently and take ownership of project deliverables.

Benefits

Medical insurance from day one.
Dental insurance from day one.
Vision insurance from day one.
Life insurance from day one.
Eligibility for discretionary bonuses through an annual incentive plan.
Monthly employer HSA contributions for employees enrolled in an HSA-eligible plan.
Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan funded entirely by company profits.
Paid time off accrued based on professional experience.
Eight paid holidays per year.