Senior Project Designer - Architecture

WATG•Dallas, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

WATG is the world’s preeminent destination and hospitality design firm. We are employee-owned, home to more than 500 professionals globally, located remotely and in our offices in Atlantic City, California, Dallas, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai. Our approach to design applies a hospitality ethos to the development of all shapes and sizes. From initial feasibility studies to finishing touches, we operate globally as an integrated, multidisciplinary practice. Along with our interior design studio, Wimberly Interiors , we specialize in hospitality, gaming + entertainment, urban + mixed-use, and high-end residential design. We were founded in Honolulu in 1945, and the spirit of the islands taught us to focus on community strength, self-reliance, and sustainability – which we still prioritize today. We passionately believe that culture and heritage are the roots that lead to long-term resilience. We stay true to our values of designing spaces that respect, protect, and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for our clients and their communities. WATG is hiring a Senior Project Designer - Architecture for our office in Dallas. This role requires in-person collaboration, with the option to work remotely only on Friday. ROLE The Senior Project Designer is responsible for establishing overall design direction, developing architectural designs, and overseeing documentation for mid-size to large-scale projects. This role provides leadership throughout the design phases, ensuring continuity from concept through design development while managing project financial performance and team communication in partnership with the Project Manager and Project Architect. The Senior Project Designer leads teams, proposes design solutions, monitors project progress, and maintains positive client relationships. The Senior Project Designer mentors the team, supports marketing efforts, and upholds quality control standards while meeting project timelines and budgets.

Requirements

Professional degree from an appropriate accredited institution
15+ years of experience in the hospitality design of mid-size to large architectural projects, including urban and resort hotels
Licensure and/or professional certification as appropriate
Proficiency in software skills, including Revit. Rhino, Grasshopper, and Sketch-Up
Sketching skills required
Experienced in client management, project management, and negotiations
Ability to work in a team environment and supervise and motivate others
Ability to meet deadlines consistently and effectively
Highly effective written and verbal communication
Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills to effectively communicate design concepts
Highly effective management and leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple project priorities while consistently achieving results

Responsibilities

Project-focused, leads design execution on specific projects, ensuring they meet client expectations, design intent through all phases, budgets and schedules
Leads multiple design teams on specific projects and ensures quality control and consistency
Works directly with clients to meet project-specific goals
Is deeply involved in project management and delivery
Confirms that the design follows the contractual agreement with the client and that the project is on schedule and within budget
Oversees the design team in ensuring that documentation for all phases of design conforms to quality assurance, quality control, and best practice standards
Proposes and develops effective design solutions to design problems to meet project goals
Verifies that project needs and design intent are met by effectively managing design staff and ensuring the efficient utilization of resources
Monitors design concepts through the design development phases
Works with the design team in prioritizing, planning and executing several projects efficiently
Understands and implements processes that reduce risks and exposure
Establishes and fosters a commitment to ongoing, positive and productive internal and external client relationships and service
Regularly communicates with internal team and client representatives to verify design requirements and specifications, progress reviews, and design delivery are on target
Supports the marketing and business development activities of the studio when needed
Mentors and develops team members, providing ongoing performance feedback to enhance team performance and contributions