Project Designer

SmithGroup; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a talented Project Designer to join their Houston team. This role involves creating innovative design concepts and mentoring junior designers while fostering client relationships. You'll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects in a flexible, hybrid environment that values your well-being and professional growth. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this position is perfect for passionate problem solvers eager to elevate design and contribute to a resilient future. Join a company that prioritizes creativity and collaboration, and make a significant impact in the architectural field.

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Hybrid Work Environment

3 Weeks PTO

8 Paid Federal Holidays

401(k) with Employer Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Wellbeing Resources

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in architecture.
• LEED AP preferred; eligible for Architectural Registration Examination.
• Strong mentoring and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop planning and design concepts.
• Mentor and oversee design work of others.
• Present design solutions to clients and committees.

Skills

Mentoring

Client Communication

Organizational Skills

Design Leadership

Engineering Systems Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

The Houstonoffice of SmithGroupis looking for aProject Designerto join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Create and develop planning and design concepts or support lead designers.


• Mentor, provide oversight, and monitor the design work of others to ensure integrated and cohesive designs.


• Present design solutions to client representatives and/or design review committees.


• Supervise the development of renderings and presentation drawings for client presentations and internal meetings.


• Develop trusted relationships with clients.


• Participate in recruitment and coaching process as requested.

An ideal candidate has:

• A bachelor's degree in Architecture.


• Minimum 10 years of professional experience.


• LEED AP preferred. Must be eligible to take the Architectural Registration Examination.


• Working knowledge of engineering systems; can successfully engage with professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment.


• Demonstrated ability to communicate with clients and build client relationships and trust.


• Strong mentoring, written and verbal communication, and organizational skills.


• High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.


• Experience leading other designers and design teams.

At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $90,000 to $106,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year. To be considered for this role, please create a profile and apply!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].