Designer | Retail

BHDP Architecture; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

BHDP Architecture is seeking a Designer II in Charlotte, NC to support project teams through design exploration, planning, and Revit production. This role targets a collaborative, detail-oriented designer who can work more independently and grow in both design thinking and technical delivery.

The position requires a Bachelor of Architecture (NAAB-accredited preferred), 3+ years in architecture, and Revit proficiency. Travel to client sites is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture degree (NAAB accredited program preferred).
• 3+ years in the design and architecture industry.
• NCARB Record + AXP progress preferred.
• Proficiency in Revit; independently deliver defined drawing packages/projects.
• Proficiency in production-ready visualization capabilities (SketchUp, Enscape, Lumion).
• Desire and willingness to learn.
• Demonstrated initiative; sees challenges as opportunities.
• Strong attention to detail; professional demeanor and client-facing excellence.

Responsibilities

• Independently delivers assigned deliverable packages and details that are accurate, complete, coordinated, and issued on time.
• Meets BHDP quality expectations through project coordination, QA/QC, and minimizing rework.
• Coordinates scope with project systems and consultants, resolving routine issues with growing independence.
• Escalates higher-risk items and applies lessons learned to reduce repeats.
• Uses BHDP standards/templates to improve team consistency.
• Coaches teammates and supports developing others with feedback to drive standards adoption.
• Communicates status, roadblocks, and next steps with timely follow-up and documentation of decisions.
• Manages scope to meet milestones and hours-to-plan, escalating risks early with recovery options.
• Submits accurate, on-time weekly timesheets for client billing and understands impact on project accounting.

Skills

Revit proficiency

SketchUp

Enscape

Lumion

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Coaching others

Education

Bachelor of Architecture (NAAB accredited)

NCARB/AXP progress preferred

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Enscape

Lumion

Job description

Work Mode: Monday – Friday; 8:00 – 5:00; In-Office Monday – Thursday; Hybrid (remote or in-office) Friday

Employment Type: Full-time

At BHDP, we believe great design does more than define spaces—it influences behavior, drives performance, and creates meaningful experiences. Guided by our purpose to Inspire People and Impact Results, By Design, we collaborate across architecture, interiors, strategy, and research to solve complex challenges in integrated ways. Here, your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your work has the power to shape experiences that truly make a difference.

Role Summary

The Designer II supports project teams through design exploration, planning, and Revit production, bringing a strong foundation in technical execution. This role is ideal for a collaborative, detail-oriented designer who can work more independently, take on increased ownership of day-to-day deliverables, and a continued desire to grow in both design thinking and technical delivery.

Responsibilities

• Independently delivers assigned deliverable packages and details that are accurate, complete, coordinated, and issued on time.
• Meets BHDP quality expectations through project coordination, accurate incorporation of manager feedback, and QA/QC follow through—minimizing repeat comments and rework within assigned scope.
• Demonstrates growing proficiency coordinating assigned scope with project systems and consultant inputs, identifying conflicts early and resolving routine issues with increasing independence.
• Escalates higher-risk items appropriately and applies lessons learned to reduce repeat coordination issues.
• Uses and shares reusable content (templates, checklists, standards tips, lessons learned) from the agreed BHDP standards repository to improve team consistency.
• Learns from and coaches others and supports developing teammates through short feedback loops to drive standards adoption, reduce recurring issues, and improve throughput.
• Communicates clear status, roadblocks, and next steps to the project team and/or manager with timely follow-through, documenting decisions and action items as
• directed.
• Works with others and cooperates effectively to resolve issues within assigned scope, implement decisions consistently in deliverables, and give and receive feedback professionally.
• Manages assigned scope to meet milestones and hours-to-plan, escalating scope/time risks early with clear recovery options and documented next steps.
• Submits accurate, on-time weekly timesheets for client billing and understands how timekeeping and utilization impact project accounting, fee performance, and profitability.

Travel: Travel to client sites and project locations required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture degree (NAAB accredited program preferred)
• 3+ years in the design and architecture industry
• NCARB Record + AXP progress preferred
• Revit proficiency - independently deliver defined drawing packages/projects.
• Proficiency in production-ready visualization capabilities (SketchUp, Enscape, Lumion).
• Desire and willingness to learn
• Demonstrated initiative; sees challenges as opportunities
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration within a team
• Consistently demonstrates a high level of professionalism in client-facing and internal interactions, including responsiveness, confidentiality, and strong service orientation.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Sustained attention to detail
• Occasional lifting of 20 pounds or less
• Ability to work in an open office environment

Life at BHDP

Our comprehensive benefit package includes a competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, disability, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k), which aligns with our commitment to rewarding our high-performing professionals.

BHDP Architecture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

This position description is prepared to provide a general understanding of the responsibilities of the position and does not include a comprehensive list of activities, duties, success factors, or responsibilities that are required for a specific employee. Success Factors, duties, responsibilities, and activities may be modified or augmented at any time with or without notice.