Mid to Senior Design Architect (Hybrid)

Browning Day; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Mid to Senior Design Architect to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in transforming client visions into reality by developing innovative design solutions. You will engage in all project phases, ensuring design integrity and fostering relationships with clients and stakeholders. With a focus on collaboration, you'll guide a team of talented professionals while also mentoring junior staff. This opportunity offers a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation, and the chance to be part of a creative team dedicated to excellence in architecture.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company Paid Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Retirement Plan Contribution

Annual Bonus Opportunity

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of professional experience in design architecture.
• Advanced creative talent in conceptual design communication.
• Strong understanding of building construction and detailing.

Responsibilities

• Develop design solutions that meet client vision and budget.
• Coordinate design focus among clients, vendors, and consultants.
• Lead client presentations and adapt based on feedback.

Skills

Creative Design Skills

Building Construction Knowledge

Client Communication

Presentation Skills

Project Management

Time Management

Technical Drawing Skills

Education

Professional Degree in Architecture

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Team Gantt

Sketchup

Revit

AutoCAD

3D Rendering Software (Lumion)

Affinity Photo

Affinity Designer

Affinity Publisher

Job description

At Browning Day, our portfolio spans a broad range of project types within civic, cultural, healthcare, higher education, faith-based, hospitality, mixed-use, preservation and reuse, sports and wellness, and the workplace. Our success is based on the client's vision coming to life and includes a team of Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, and support staff who play a part in solving complex design problems. We are seeking a Mid to Senior Design Architect who will add their skills and creativity to our diverse projects.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Responsible for developing a design that meets our client’s vision, scope, and budget of the project. Provide creative design solutions, and monitor drawings through all phases of the project to ensure design intent. Be the liaison for the clients’ interests on the project teams. Coordinate design focus for clients, vendors, and consultants. Present and lead meetings, interviews, and other public speaking events.

• Integral in guiding the internal team and external consultants working toward the project goals.
• Mentor and direct the design work of the project team.
• Creates Concept and Schematic Design.
• Coordinates building design while monitoring drawings in the Design Development and Construction Document phases.
• Initiates and creates project design solutions both internally with project manager and construction scientists in partnership with our clients, vendors, and consultants.
• Create and lead client presentations and adapt to client feedback with interactive tools like sketching.
• Support or lead client or community presentations and interviews.
• Works collaboratively on architectural design projects and coordinates with project design efforts.
• Develops creative-design concepts for large and small scale projects.
• Support kickoff to project manager and represents the needs of the client throughout the project.
• Incorporates and considers sustainable design solutions into all projects.
• May lead projects independently or partnered with project manager.
• Lead project teams in Concept and Schematic Design phases while ensuring design continuity with construction science team and project managers.
• Supports both business development and marketing initiatives.
• Some responsibilities vary based on experience, interests, and business needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possesses advanced creative talent in the communication of complex conceptual design concepts.
• Needs to have a strong understanding of building construction and detailing.
• Foster mutual trust and confidence by developing the client-designer relationship.
• Integral in guiding the internal team and external consultants working toward the project goals.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks/projects in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines and provide high-quality service to clients.
• Ability to create and conduct presentations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
• Proficient knowledge of the following:
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of zoning, codes, and ADA/FHA/accessibility requirements and applicable codes pertaining to design considerations.
• Ability to create and conduct client presentations.
• Proficient to advanced experience of the following:
  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Scheduling software (Team Gantt)
  • Sketchup, Revit, AutoCAD, and 3D rendering software (Lumion)
  • Knowledge of Affinity Photo, Designer, and Publisher
• Professional degree from accredited program.
• Preferred professional experience of 7-10+ years.
• Licensure preferred but not required.
• Satisfactory completion of a background screening.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Full-time position with competitive salary and paid time off.
• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and other supplemental insurance.
• Company paid disability (long and short-term) and life insurance.
• A 3% contribution to a 401k retirement plan with no vesting period.
• Opportunity to earn an annual bonus.
• Hybrid remote work environment with flexible schedule.
• Chance to be a part of a creative and supportive team.