Designer (0-3 YOE)

Socket.dev; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

401(K) with company match

Company-Paid STD, LTD, Life

Paid Time Off

Mentorship Programs and Professional …

Job summary

Hord Coplan Macht in Baltimore is seeking a Designer to join our Senior Living and Affordable Housing Studio. You will develop design concepts, create 3D renderings, and communicate ideas through sketches, diagrams, models, and presentation graphics as part of a collaborative project team.

This role welcomes 0–3 years of experience and a Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture, with interest in licensure. Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Lumion, SketchUp, and emerging AI tools

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture is required.
• 0–3 years of experience in the architectural field.
• Interest in Senior Living, Affordable Housing and/or Hospitality projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify design concepts, narratives, 3D renderings, VR presentations to convey design intent.
• Communicate architectural ideas through sketches, diagrams, 3D models, renderings, and presentation graphics.
• Participate in design-focused sessions and presentations to clients and committees.
• Contribute to conceptual site planning and relationships between buildings, landscape, and context.
• Develop schematic design drawings and explore architectural concepts across projects.

Skills

Collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Presentation graphics

Design research

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Lumion

SketchUp

Job description

About Our Firm

HCM is a collaborative design firm working at the intersection of inspiration and impact. Our team is driven by a shared vision to design for real, creating spaces that amplify the power of place and invigorate the communities they anchor. Guided by a process rooted in listening, we partner closely with clients across industries and around the country to uncover opportunities, shape communities, and design environments that leave a lasting legacy.

About Our Search

We are currently seeking a Designer to join our Senior Living and Affordable Housing Studio in Baltimore. Our next team member will have excellent communication, design sensibility, graphic, and visualization skills. This individual will collaborate closely with and support the design and technical project teams throughout the design process to contribute to the successful development and execution of architectural projects.

We are looking for a creative, curious, and motivated designer who is excited to explore ideas, communicate them visually, and continue developing their design skills through collaboration and mentorship.

About The Position

• Develop and modify design concepts, narratives, 3D renderings, virtual reality presentations, etc., as needed to effectively convey design intent to clients
• Communicate architectural ideas through sketches, diagrams, 3D models, renderings, and presentation graphics
• Participate in design-focused visioning sessions and presentations to clients, community groups, jurisdictional groups, architectural review boards, etc.
• Contribute to conceptual site planning and the exploration of relationships between buildings, landscape, circulation, and context
• Collaborate and communicate clearly and effectively with other team members
• Develop schematic design drawings for our projects
• Contribute to the development and exploration of architectural concepts across a variety of project and building types
• Explore multiple design options and contribute to compelling visual storytelling and design presentations
• Utilize and explore emerging design and visualization technologies, including AI-assisted tools, to support design exploration and communication

About You

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture is required
• Interest in pursuing professional licensure and continued professional development
• 0–3 years of experience in the architectural field
• Experience or demonstrated interest in Senior Living, Affordable Housing and/or Hospitality projects preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Creative and innovative thinker
• Strong design sensibility and demonstrated ability to communicate architectural ideas visually
• Strong graphic and presentation skills with an ability to communicate ideas through sketches, diagrams, 3D models, renderings, and presentation graphics
• Collaborative team member with a willingness to learn, contribute, and growKnowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Lumion, and SketchUp, and related architectural design and visualization software
• Familiarity with or interest in emerging AI-assisted design and visualization tools is a plus
• Excellent collaboration skills

About Our Culture

We believe there’s power in purpose. Ours is helping people realize their potential. Our team is creative, entrepreneurial, responsible, sensitive, and diverse. And while our knowledge and experiences span worlds, we care most deeply about the work we do together. Beyond designing for clients, we volunteer at schools, play broomball, plant trees, climb mountains, prepare meals for families at hospitals, and so much more. Ours is a culture where ingenuity meets authenticity, and we couldn’t be more proud of it.

About Our Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(K) with company match
• Company-Paid STD, LTD, Life
• Paid Time Off
• Mentorship Programs and Professional Development

Maryland Statement

The projected base salary for this full‑time position is$75,000-$105,000. Hord Coplan Macht’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location, as well as the individual’s education, experience, and skill sets. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of HCM’s total compensation package for employees.

EEO Statement

HCM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Accessibility Statement

HCM 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 Human Resources at 410-837-7311.

A portfolio or work samples must be submitted to be considered for the position. A link to a portfolio or work samples is preferred. Max size of the portfolio or work samples to be considered is 4 MB