On-Site Arch Designer – Growth & Mentorship in Norman

Blue Signal Search; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Signal Search is seeking an Architectural Designer to join a collaborative team in Norman, OK. This on-site role offers hands-on experience from early design through construction documentation, mentorship toward licensure, and opportunities to contribute across multiple project stages.

You will develop design studies, create renderings and client graphics, assist with drawing set preparation, and engage with zoning and building code considerations as you grow toward licensure.

Qualifications

• Professional architecture degree from NAAB-accredited program (B.Arch/M.Arch) or four-year B.S. in Architecture.
• Enrolled in or eligible for Architectural Experience Program (AXP).
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Strong graphic presentation and verbal communication; portfolio demonstrates design capabilities.
• Familiarity with visualization tools such as Rhino, SketchUp, Enscape, Lumion, Twinmotion is beneficial.
• Prior internship experience with an architectural practice is preferred.
• Progress toward ARE is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop early-stage design studies exploring planning alternatives, building form, circulation, and spaces.
• Translate design ideas into renderings, diagrams, material presentations, and client-facing graphics.
• Contribute to the preparation and coordination of drawing sets and construction documentation.
• Investigate materials, products, systems, zoning requirements, and code considerations for informed decisions.
• Conduct initial reviews of zoning and building regulations and document findings for licensed team members.
• Support project coordination by recording key meeting discussions and maintaining project information.
• Continue building professional competencies through AXP participation and ARE preparation.

Skills

Graphic presentation

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Portfolio development

AXP eligibility

Education

NAAB-accredited architecture degree (B.Arch/M.Arch) or B.S. in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)

Rhino/SketchUp/Enscape/Lumion/Twinmotion

Job description

Blue Signal Search is seeking an Architectural Designer to join a collaborative team in Norman, OK. This on-site role offers hands-on experience from early design through construction documentation, mentorship toward licensure, and opportunities to contribute across multiple project stages.

You will develop design studies, create renderings and client graphics, assist with drawing set preparation, and engage with zoning and building code considerations as you grow toward licensure.