Design Professional

AIA Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid insurance

Paid time off

Professional dues

Laptops provided

Social events

Volunteer opportunities

Rewards program

Job summary

Onyx Creative, Inc. is a national firm specializing in architecture, engineering, interior design, and brand experiences.

It seeks a senior architect to lead project designs and coordinate a team of consultants in Arizona, driving successful outcomes across complex programs. The role requires licensure in Arizona, a strong design portfolio, and the ability to mentor staff while nurturing client relationships.

Qualifications

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in architecture with 10 years of experience.
• Experience in commercial projects in retail, industrial, or multifamily sectors.
• Professionally licensed in Arizona.
• Proficiency of AutoCAD or REVIT, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office, and other tools.
• Possess design creativity and advanced technical knowledge.
• Ability to work independently on all aspects of architectural projects.
• Experienced with and able to mentor staff on techniques of project management, code review and analysis, quality control and/or construction.

Responsibilities

• Attend and present at design review, city council, planning commission and community meetings.
• Organize and develop scope of entitlements projects.
• Coordinate with agencies, municipalities, and consultant team.
• Coordinate project staffing with the Director of Operations.
• Plan, organize, and manage the architectural design for the most complex projects.
• Prepare the project scope and fee proposals and ensure project number is assigned, contract is signed, and consultants’ proposals are signed.
• Complete the project design and design deliverables within budgeted hours and schedule. Verify project status and identify any issues related to expended time vs. budgeted hours or potential problems.
• Promptly address and issue all change of service requests from staff and consultants.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local planning directors and department staff.
• Actively and continuously engaged in the community to give Onyx a public presence.
• Take an active role in new client enrollment and maintaining relationships with existing clients.
• Maintain positive relationship with client, ask for potential future work.
• Coordinate and manage client relationships and help to foster positive working relationships.
• Review and evaluate projects assigned by VP, Directors, Client Managers.
• Develop feasibility reports, research, and establish development opportunities, project constraints, and communicating them with clients and consultants.
• Schedule and direct project kick-off meeting with all consultants to discuss schedule, scope and determine required information.
• Communicate effectively with client project related updates and schedule changes to the client.

Skills

Project management

Mentoring staff

Independent work

Client communication

Design creativity

Technical knowledge

Education

Master’s or bachelor’s degree in architecture

Arizona professional licensure

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsible for the creation of project designs and plans for all phases of projects. Coordinate the work of building design consultants while monitoring drawings throughout the process. Initiate and create project designs and plans of all phases of one or more projects. Responsible for preparing presentation and design drawings. Act as an internal and external ambassador for the firm.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – Key Responsibilities

• Attend and present at design review, city council, planning commission and community meetings.
• Organize and develop scope of entitlements projects.
• Coordinate with agencies, municipalities, and consultant team.
• Coordinate project staffing with the Director of Operations.
• Plan, organize, and manage the architectural design for the most complex projects.
• Prepare the project scope and fee proposals and ensure project number is assigned, contract is signed, and consultants’ proposals are signed.
• Complete the project design and design deliverables within budgeted hours and schedule. Verify project status and identify any issues related to expended time vs. budgeted hours or potential problems.
• Promptly address and issue all change of service requests from staff and consultants.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local planning directors and department staff.
• Actively and continuously engaged in the community to give Onyx a public presence.
• Take an active role in new client enrollment and maintaining relationships with existing clients.
• Maintain positive relationship with client, ask for potential future work.
• Coordinate and manage client relationships and help to foster positive working relationships.
• Review and evaluate projects assigned by VP, Directors, Client Managers.
• Develop feasibility reports, research, and establish development opportunities, project constraints, and communicating them with clients and consultants.
• Schedule and direct project kick-off meeting with all consultants to discuss schedule, scope and determine required information.
• Communicate effectively with client project related updates and schedule changes to the client.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Design Professional

QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in architecture with 10 years of experience in architectural profession.
• Experience in commercial projects in retail, industrial, or multifamily sectors.
• Professionally licensed in Arizona.
• Proficiency of AutoCAD or REVIT, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office, and other tools.
• Possess design creativity and advanced technical knowledge.
• Ability to work independently on all aspects of architectural projects.
• Experienced with and able to mentor staff on techniques of project management, code review and analysis, quality control and/or construction.

BENEFITS

• Company-paid employee insurance – medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid industry and professional dues
• Company-provided laptops
• Variety of company-sponsored social events
• Volunteer community service opportunities.
• Rewards and Recognition

Onyx Creative, Inc. strives to provide competitive market-informed compensation based on a candidate’s knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual pay offered may vary based on, but not limited to, education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, and location. In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for a discretionary bonus.

SALARY RANGE

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Onyx Creative, Inc. – where innovation meets inspiration in the realms of architecture, engineering, interior design, and brand experiences. As a nationally recognized firm, we redefine spaces, crafting not just structures but immersive environments that leave a lasting impact. We are not just about constructing physical spaces; we are about building experiences that transcend the ordinary. Our commitment to excellence and creativity elevates every project into a unique and captivating journey. We believe in the power of design to shape human experiences and create environments that leave a lasting impression.

Specializing in a diverse range of projects, including retail stores, shopping centers, salons/spas, restaurants, industrial/warehouse spaces, corporate and medical offices, religious facilities, and residential developments. Each project is a canvas for us to create a distinctive and engaging identity, reflecting the unique vision of our clients.