Senior Architectural Designer
About The Position
As a Senior Architectural Designer in Thornton Tomasetti's Forensics Practice, you will be responsible for complex evaluations of building envelopes and architectural systems. This role involves diagnosing failure mechanisms, analyzing performance issues, and developing remediation strategies based on thorough investigative insight. You will play a key role in investigations of various scopes, applying architectural judgment to support litigation and insurance clients. Additionally, you will mentor junior staff, collaborate with engineers and project partners, and further develop your technical and client-facing skills within a forensic context.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture; Master’s or PhD preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in architecture or forensic investigations.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to adapt approaches for unique challenges involving building envelope performance, water intrusion, materials degradation, or architectural system failures.
- Proven communication skills, reliability, and leadership behaviors including authenticity, trust-building, and effective communication within your sphere of influence.
- Initiative to mentor junior staff, manage your workload proactively, and continue deepening your expertise in both technical and project delivery fundamentals.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of forensic evaluations, applying advanced architectural and diagnostic principles to non-routine building envelopes or system issues.
- Develop and review technical reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
- Provide technical guidance and day-to-day support for interns and entry-level architects, helping them learn best practices and navigate project tasks.
- Expand project exposure by observing client interactions, gaining insight into scopes, services, and fee structures, and building a strong professional network within Thornton Tomasetti and across the industry.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
- Paid Time Off
- Family Leave for New Parents
- Volunteer Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Commuter Transit (where available)
- 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
