Senior Architectural Designer

Gilder Search Group; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Job summary

Konik is partnering with an integrated design firm to hire a Senior Architectural Designer in Minneapolis, MN. The role focuses on translating design concepts into constructible solutions and managing design development through construction documents.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years of architectural design experience, a strong technical background in healthcare or government projects, and proficiency with Revit.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of architectural design experience with a strong technical focus.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• Extensive experience producing construction documents and detailed drawings.
• Strong understanding of building codes, regulatory requirements, and construction processes.
• Experience with healthcare/government/institutional or similar complex facilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical resource from concept through construction documents.
• Lead technical design development, detailing, material selections, specifications, and constructability reviews.
• Evaluate project requirements and recommend design approaches.
• Review drawings, specifications and project documents for quality and accuracy.
• Support healthcare and federal project requirements and applicable codes and standards.
• Conduct site investigations and field observations.
• Participate in or lead project meetings.
• Provide technical guidance to junior designers and project teams.

Skills

Mentoring junior designers

Technical leadership

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Job description

Senior Architectural Designer

Minneapolis, MN | Direct Hire | $110k– $155k

Konik is partnering with an integrated design firm seeking a Senior Architectural Designer to support complex federal healthcare projects. This role will serve as a technical expert, translating design concepts into detailed, constructible solutions and supporting projects through design development and construction document preparation.

The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years of architectural design experience with a strong technical background, particularly within healthcare, government, institutional, or similarly complex project environments. This position is suited for a highly experienced architectural professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, mentoring others, and serving as a trusted resource throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical resource supporting complex architectural projects from concept through construction documentation.
• Lead technical design development efforts, including detailing, material selections, specifications, and constructability reviews.
• Investigate project requirements, evaluate technical solutions, and recommend design approaches.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, and project documentation to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Support healthcare and federal project requirements, including applicable building codes, regulations, and standards.
• Conduct site investigations, field observations, and existing condition assessments.
• Participate in or lead project meetings.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior designers and project team members.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of architectural design experience with a strong technical focus.
• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent professional experience.
• Extensive experience producing construction documents and detailed architectural drawings.
• Strong understanding of building codes, regulatory requirements, and construction processes.
• Experience with complex projects such as healthcare, government, institutional, or public-sector facilities
• Proficiency with Revit and architectural documentation workflows.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Ability to independently lead technical assignments and provide guidance to project teams.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Konik is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.