Architectural Designer, Healthcare

AIA Triangle; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work policy

32 hours in-office + 8 hours flex

Job summary

Little, a national design firm, is seeking an Architectural Designer for its Healthcare Studio in Durham, NC. The role focuses on conceptual design, production documentation, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on hospital, clinic, and ASC projects.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor's in architecture, 2–5 years of experience, licensure path, strong Revit and rendering skills, and a collaborative, proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited university.
• 2–5 years of professional work experience.
• On the path to licensure or a licensed Architect.
• Solid design and production skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Extraordinary computer skills (Revit, rendering with Enscape, and presentation tools).
• Self-motivation and a desire to learn about all aspects of Architecture.

Responsibilities

• Providing conceptual design and design support documentation for healthcare projects.
• Supporting studio leadership with presentation composition for meetings.
• Assisting project teams with renderings, client meetings, and design workshops.
• Supporting construction document teams and learning construction practices on sites.

Skills

Strong design skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Enscape

Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

PowerPoint

Job description

When it comes to design, beauty and function are important. But, when you join Little, you become part of a national team that uncovers design opportunities and crafts design solutions that go well beyond that. You’ll elevate client performance in meaningful ways. You’ll give back to our planet by thoughtfully implementing sustainable and regenerative design practices. You’ll create places that allow our communities to thrive. Ultimately, you will create a better future.

Little, nationally recognized as a “Best Firm to Work For” and one of the nation’s most progressive design firms, is seeking an Architectural Designer with a passion for high quality design and a positive, collaborative work style, for our growing Healthcare Studio in our Durham, NC office located in the American Tobacco Historic District.

The individual selected for this opportunity will be working with regional healthcare clients on projects of varying size and scope, with the opportunity to work with a team dedicated to advancing breakthrough ideas through design. The types of projects can cover the full spectrum of healthcare related facilities – Acute Care Hospitals, Specialty Centers, ASC’s and Clinics. This position will require a team member that leads with a positive attitude and has the capacity to thrive in a highly ambitious and entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing conceptual design and design support documentation for teams working on a variety of healthcare projects ranging from small upfits to large hospital campus master plans and projects.
• Supporting studio leadership with presentation composition for executive and design meetings.
• Assisting project teams with renderings, interactive client meetings, and design workshops.
• Supporting construction document teams; and learning about construction practices on project sites.

Ideal candidates will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture from an accredited university.
• 2-5 years of professional work experience.
• On the path to licensure or a licensed Architect.
• Solid design and production skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Extraordinary computer skills (strong Revit experience required, Exterior and Interior rendering utilizing programs such as Enscape and AI, and programs used to prepare presentation documents such as PowerPoint, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.), as well as the ability to do hand sketching.
• Self-motivation and a desire to learn about all aspects of Architecture.

Why Little

At Little, we don’t just design environments—we design careers.

We invest in people who are driven to better themselves and eager to elevate their skills, mindsets, and impact. Here, your growth is not a side benefit; it is a core promise. We offer a flexible work policy with 32 hours per week in-office and 8 hours flex.

You’ll find:

• Cross‑mentoring opportunities to both teach and learn across disciplines and generations.
• Intentional coaching to help you strengthen leadership, communication, and strategic thinking.
• Exposure to a wide range of project types and challenges, expanding your professional toolkit.
• A culture that celebrates curiosity, experimentation, and continuous learning.
• A community of peers and leaders who truly care about your aspirations and are committed to helping you achieve them.

A Role Where You Can Make a Meaningful Mark

• Join a studio of passionate professionals committed to design.
• Lead with autonomy. Trusted to guide teams, make decisions, and shape project outcomes.
• Enjoy variety each day in planning, designing, coordinating, problem‑solving, and inspiring.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams of landscape architects, architects and engineers.
• Steward the entire project journey from concept through construction administration.
• Own outcomes with full support for your professional growth.
• Step into meaningful opportunity for leadership and advancement.

Curious what it’s like to work at Little?

Check out our video! Life at Little: Our Core Values on Vimeo

We offer a flexible work policy with 32 hours per week in-office and 8 hours flex.

Little is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, Little prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation national origin, genetics, disability status, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Little is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or a member of our HR Team.