Architectural Designer

Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned

Job summary

Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEH) is seeking an Architectural Designer to join our Architecture team in Colorado. This employee‑owned firm values respect, flexibility, and accountability as we work on diverse projects and collaborate across offices, with some option for remote work.

The chosen candidate will contribute to building design from concept through construction, supporting a wide range of project types and clients. A degree in architecture and Revit proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Master of Architecture or 5-year B.Arch from accredited university.
• Experience guiding architectural projects through all design phases.
• Knowledge of building codes and accessible design.
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit.

Responsibilities

• Foster complex architectural projects through all design phases.
• Assist in procuring new architectural projects with potential clients.
• Coordinate communication between the design team, clients, consultants and contractors.

Skills

Revit proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Master of Architecture or 5-year B.Arch

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.

Position Title: Architectural Designer

Location: Denver CO | Durango CO

Position Type: Full time

Description: Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®.

You belong at SEH

SEH is currenting searching for a Architectural Designer to join our talented Architecture team!

Why our employee-owners love SEH:

• I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox! – GIS Analyst


• What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who. – Civil Engineering Technician


• Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying! – Sr Financial Analyst


• It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning! – Civil Engineer


• This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit. – Sr Mechanical Engineer

Why you’ll love SEH:

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities


• Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s success


• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training


• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance


• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities


• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

At SEH, we support living the Colorado lifestyle with flexibility and work/life balance. Dreamed of living in Denver or Durango? This is an opportunity to live that dream where you choose. With multiple offices throughout the state and the opportunity to work from home, this is a unique opportunity to expand your career with a growing company. Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. (SEH) is a multidisciplinary firm with a local approach to exceptional client service, and we are looking for a qualified individual to join our fun, active, and hardworking architecture group.

We work collaboratively across offices to deliver projects to a wide range of public and private clients. We are looking for someone who is passionate about the profession and has strong design, technical and interpersonal skills and can work on a wide variety of project types. With exciting projects underway and on the horizon, from multifamily, hospitality, transportation, to public safety, there is never a dull moment.

As an Architectural Designer on our team, you will:

• Help foster complex architectural projects through each phase of a building’s design and construction under the supervision of a licensed Architect.


• Assist in the procurement of new architectural projects with new prospective clientele.


• Help manage communication between the design team, clients, consultants, and contractors.

Essential Qualifications:

• Master of Architecture or 5-year Bachelor or Architecture Degree


• Experience or willingness to help foster complex architectural projects through each phase of a buildings design and construction phases.


• Rudimentary knowledge of building codes and accessible design; facility space planning, programming and interior functional layouts, site master planning and investigations, and construction administration activities.


• Mastery of Autodesk Revit


• Must be able to provide own means of reliable transportation for occasional travel as needed for team meetings, client consultations, on-site observations/visits, etc.


• Live within daily commuting distance of the either the Denver or Durango SEH Office.


• Work from home is acceptable; however, the candidate must be willing to work in the office as needed for team collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 to 4 years of experience following completion of a Master of Architecture or 5-year Bachelor of Architecture degree from an accredited university.


• Previous experience with another firm producing design models and drawings using Autodesk Revit Software following completion of an architectural degree.


• Assoc. AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Revit Certified Professional and/or other credentials.


• Proficient with Microsoft 365 Suite.


• Rendering proficiency in Enscape, Lumion and/or Twinmotion.


• Proficiency with Newforma, Bluebeam and/or Autodesk Forma.

Who We Are

Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us®.

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $55,000 and $75,000 based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey.

Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

SEH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH’s Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.