Mid-Level Urban Designer — Mixed-Use Architecture

Next Architecture; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Architecture is seeking an Intermediate Designer in Long Beach, CA to develop design concepts, prepare drawings and presentations, and support projects from schematic design through construction documents.

The role involves close collaboration with senior designers and project managers, coordination with consultants, and participation in client meetings. Strong CAD and presentation material skills, plus 3–5 years' experience, are preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong architectural design skills, including concept development and space planning.
• Proficiency with SketchUp, Enscape & AutoCAD.
• Experience preparing drawings, renderings, and presentation materials for mixed-use, residential, or commercial projects.
• Knowledge of building codes, standards, and best practices related to urban and community-focused projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field; licensure track or interest in licensure is beneficial.
• 3–5 years of relevant professional experience in an architectural firm, preferably with urban and Mixed-Use projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop design concepts and create drawings and presentations for projects.
• Support projects from schematic design through construction documents.
• Collaborate with senior designers and project managers; coordinate with consultants.
• Participate in client and stakeholder meetings as needed.
• Revise plans based on feedback; ensure alignment with codes and project goals.

Skills

Design skills

Concept development

Space planning

SketchUp

Enscape

AutoCAD

Drawings & renderings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

SketchUp

Enscape

AutoCAD

Job description

Next Architecture is seeking an Intermediate Designer in Long Beach, CA to develop design concepts, prepare drawings and presentations, and support projects from schematic design through construction documents.

The role involves close collaboration with senior designers and project managers, coordination with consultants, and participation in client meetings. Strong CAD and presentation material skills, plus 3–5 years' experience, are preferred.