Architectural Designer II

Socket.dev; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, seeks an Architectural Designer II to independently manage a range of architectural tasks on medium to large projects. You will contribute to design development, documentation, and coordination while applying established principles and collaborating with project teams.

The role requires developing solutions, preparing construction documents, and producing visualizations using Revit, Rhino, Enscape, and Adobe Creative Cloud.

Qualifications

• Independent architectural designer capable of contributing to medium to large projects.
• Proven ability to apply architectural principles and design judgment.
• Strong collaboration with project teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced architectural concepts to develop quality design solutions.
• Prepare drawings and construction documentation per standards and codes.
• Create drawings, models, and visualizations using design software with limited senior guidance.

Skills

Architectural design

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Enscape

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.

Position summary:

Architectural Designer II is a professional architectural staff member who independently performs a range of architectural assignments with minimal supervision. The role supports projects of medium to large size and complexity and contributes to defined technical components of larger, more complex projects. The position involves investigating and evaluating design options, supporting recommended solutions that align with project goals and client needs, and applying established architectural principles, techniques, and procedures. The Architecture Designer II demonstrates increasing technical proficiency, sound design judgment, and professional independence while collaborating with project teams and contributing meaningfully to design development, documentation, and coordination efforts.

Compensation for this position is $36.10 - $39.42/hr, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Apply advanced architectural concepts and design methods to develop quality design solutions.
• Prepare architectural drawings and construction documentation in accordance with established standards, building codes, zoning regulations, sustainability requirements, and scope.
• Utilize architectural design, modeling, and graphic software, including Revit, Rhino, Enscape, Adobe Creative Cloud, and similar applications to develop drawings, models, and visualizations in support of project deliverables, with limited guidance from senior staff.
• Develop and coordinate architectural specifications to align with construction documents and technical requirements.
• Conduct code research and summarize requirements that inform design decisions, coordination, and documentation.
• Assist in the development of client presentation materials, participate in internal and external meetings as appropriate, and support meeting documentation and follow‑up tasks.
• Perform quality control reviews throughout the phases of design to support technical accuracy and documentation quality.
• Provide technical guidance to less experienced architects/architectural staff.
• Participate in ongoing professional development activities and demonstrate a commitment to building technical expertise, professional judgment, and continued growth within the firm.
• Travel to JMT locations and project sites is required as needed

Nonessential functions and responsibilities:

• Perform other related duties as assigned