PROJECT DESIGNER

Socket.dev; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Commuter benefits

Paid time off

Paid company holidays

Job summary

Ci in Boston is seeking a motivated Project Designer to join our office full-time. This role leads planning, coordination, and execution of projects from design through construction, while managing client relationships, schedules, and budgets.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of architectural experience and is proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp; Photoshop/Illustrator are preferred. Strong communication and collaboration with clients and teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp; Photoshop and Illustrator are preferred.
• Strong design and client engagement capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and technical design aspects of major projects.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and project teams.
• Develop and review project specifications and design documentation.
• Manage project schedules and budgets to meet deadlines.
• Provide guidance to junior architects and integrate industry trends.

Skills

Design skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Self-directed

Time management

Team collaboration

Multidisciplinary coordination

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

PROJECT DESIGNER

Department: GENERAL

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: BOSTON, MA

Compensation: $65,000 / year

Description

Ci is seeking a motivated and experienced Project Designer to join our Boston office full-time. This role works closely with Ci’s Principals and leads the planning, coordination, and execution of projects from design through construction. The Project Designer will be responsible for managing client relationships, overseeing project schedules and budgets, and ensuring high-quality deliverables across multiple projects. This position requires strong leadership, the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and a solid understanding of construction documentation and administration. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and able to effectively communicate with clients, consultants, and internal teams while adapting to evolving project needs. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in delivering complex projects and supporting the continued growth of our S&T practice.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the preparation and technical design aspects of major project
• Investigate, evaluate, and recommend design solutions to meet client needs
• Oversee design and planning studies, ensuring high-quality outcomes
• Coordinate with project teams, clients, and consultants
• Produce and review comprehensive project specifications
• Handle complex assignments requiring new or improved techniques and procedures
• Offer technical guidance to less experienced architects
• Stay updated with industry trends and integrate them into designs
• Proven ability in reviewing and interpreting completed reports, plans, estimates, and calculations
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and design requirementsManage multiple tasks and projects while adhering to deadlines and budgets
• Offer technical guidance to less experienced architects

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE

• Preferred 3+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp; Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator is preferred.
• Strong design and presentation skills; capable of engaging with clients and consultants
• Proficient in architectural design, material and systems detailing, and envelope systems design.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a creative approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to self-direct and work well under deadlines while managing multiple projects.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Comfortable producing construction documents for various project types.
• Understanding of construction documentation, building systems, and coordination processes.

BENEFITS

• Opportunity to work on diverse projects.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision, 401(k) matching, commuter benefits, PTO, and paid company holidays.

This role is ideal for a motivated and experienced designer looking to take on challenging projects, lead design initiatives and leverage their extensive experience in shaping significant architectural endeavors.