Senior Project Designer

Parkhill • Frisco, TX

7d

About The Position

The Senior Project Designer leads design execution for architectural projects of varying scales, from concept through construction. The role provides design leadership across project phases, promotes interdisciplinary design excellence and building performance, and supports firm strategy, client relationships, and project pursuits. The designer also guides and mentors other designers and collaborates with internal and external teams, consultants, and strategic partners.

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.
• Be prepared to show examples of programming, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and finished project photographs.
• 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.
• Work with teams across the firm to promote, model, and execute an interdisciplinary, holistic design approach that enhances 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.
• Provide strategically minded design support for the firm and communicate key firm initiatives and strategies.
• Guide and mentor designers.
• Provide vision for proposals and interview strategies to help secure project opportunities.
• Help nurture and sustain client relationships.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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