Architectural Designer

BL Companies Inc; Norwood (MA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

401k matching

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

BL Companies Inc. in Norwood, MA is seeking an Architectural Designer to support production of construction documents and technical designs. You will collaborate with MEP and structural teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and coordination across disciplines.

Candidates should have 5+ years in commercial architecture, strong Revit skills, and excellent technical writing and communication abilities. The role supports hybrid work with competitive benefits and ESOP involvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial architecture project production.
• Proficiency in Revit and construction documentation.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed construction documents based on prototypes and project templates.
• Develop and integrate architectural details for metal stud, masonry, and steel.
• Coordinate MEP and structural elements into architectural designs.
• Lead space planning and schematic design to meet client specs and budget.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance.
• Assist with construction administration including RFIs and shop drawings.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

Revit

Job description

Architectural DesignerOur growth offers an exciting opportunity for an Architectural Designer to join our team, supporting the production of technical designs and construction documents. This role involves close collaboration with MEP and structural teams, ensuring project accuracy and compliance.A successful candidate will have 5+ years of experience as an Architectural Designer with proficiency in Revit as well as strong technical writing and communication skills.This role primarily focuses on the production and coordination of architectural construction documents, ensuring compliance with codes and regulations, and integrating structural and MEP elements.Key ResponsibilitiesProduce detailed, accurate construction documents based on prototype design templates and custom project requirements.Develop and integrate technical construction details, focusing on materials and methods for metal stud, masonry, and steel construction.Ensure all designs comply with applicable codes and regulations across various jurisdictions.Lead space planning and schematic design efforts to meet client specifications and budget constraints.Coordinate MEP and structural elements into architectural designs for seamless project execution.Revise documents to incorporate quality control feedback, client updates, and jurisdictional changes.Assist with construction administration, including reviewing shop drawings and responding to RFIs.Mentor junior staff members, providing technical guidance and professional development.Qualifications:5+ years of experience in commercial architecture project production.Proficiency in Revit and construction documentation.Strong technical writing and communication skills.BL Companies is 100% employee owned, giving us a competitive edge and a unique distinction from most other companies. We offer a competitive benefit package which includes 6 paid holidays plus the week from Christmas to New Years paid, generous PTO, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k matching, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We are an ENR Top 500 firm that provides engineering, architecture, land surveying, and environmental consulting services to the public and private sectors. BL has 18 offices and is expanding.Our employee owners are capable of being successful working in hybrid environments, and we are now offering opportunities to continue in this setting.This position has an expected salary range of $75,000 to $110,000. Please note that this range does not include overtime or ESOP contributions. Offers are based off of your experience, skills, and fit for the role.