Senior Project Designer

Parkhill • Frisco, TX

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Project Designer leads the design execution of architectural projects of multiple scales, from concept through construction. The role provides design leadership throughout conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration. It works across the firm and with clients, consultants, and strategic partners to advance interdisciplinary design excellence and building performance. The designer also mentors colleagues, supports firm initiatives, and contributes to proposals and interviews to secure project opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience, with a portfolio demonstrating work across various project phases.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate and present design concepts and rationales graphically, verbally, and in writing.
• Understanding of and experience integrating sustainable and universal design principles.
• Ability to address client requests, budget considerations, architectural opportunities or constraints, and other impacts on design concepts.
• Ability to sketch or draw by hand.
• Knowledge of sustainable and universal design concepts.
• Competency in Revit, SketchUp, and Rhino.

Nice To Haves

• Sustainability credentials such as LEED AP or WELL AP.
• Competency in Enscape and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Architectural license.

Responsibilities

• Provide design leadership for multiple projects throughout conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration.
• Promote, model, and execute an interdisciplinary, holistic design approach that supports design excellence and building performance.
• Facilitate collaboration with internal and external teams, professional consultants, and strategic partners.
• Participate in design iterations and generate and direct 3D modeling using design software and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Provide strategically minded design support for the firm and communicate key firm initiatives and strategies.
• Guide and mentor designers.
• Provide vision for proposals and develop interview strategies to help secure project opportunities.
• Help nurture and sustain client relationships.

Benefits

• Hybrid or flexible work schedules and a flexible work environment.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Specialized training and continuing education.
• Professional licensing and intern development programs.
• Multiple health plan options.
• Dependent care flexible spending account.
• Health savings account contributions.
• Employer 401(k) contribution.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance.
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability.
• Performance bonuses.
• Mental health care.
• Culture committees.
• Wellness program.
• Charitable giving match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior