Senior Architectural Designer

Hutker-Architects; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

HutkerArchitects in Massachusetts is seeking a Senior Designer who combines strong design talent with technical expertise to lead custom residential projects from concept through construction.

You will mentor junior designers, collaborate with Principals and Associates, and ensure design intent, code compliance, and detailed documentation across all phases. The role offers a path for professional growth within a design-led practice.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of professional architectural experience in custom residential design.
• B.Arch or M.Arch from an accredited program; licensure preferred.
• Strong technical understanding of residential architecture, wood-frame construction, and building codes.
• Excellent communication and client-relations skills; ability to mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to all phases of custom residential projects from permitting to construction administration.
• Develop design solutions and technical documentation that carry design intent through all project stages.
• Serve as a main contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams, fostering strong communication and collaboration.
• Coordinate project schedules, consultants, documentation, and construction administration activities to support successful project execution.
• Develop schematic designs, presentation materials, and material selections that support the overall design vision while ensuring technical quality and code compliance.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative studio culture through technical guidance and design reviews.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

B.Arch or M.Arch from an accredited program

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Job description

HutkerArchitects is a design-led residential practice dedicated to creating custom, heirloom homes. We are inspired by craft, collaboration, and a deep respect for place and believe great homesemergefrom strong ideas, careful listening, and a culture that nurtures curiosity. Our mission is tocontinuously and passionately advance the art of dwelling and the joy of living.

We’relooking for a Senior Designer who combines exceptional design ability with technicalexpertiseand a passion for custom residential architecture. Working closely with Principals and Associates,you'llcontribute to every phase of custom residential project development, build lasting client relationships, mentor emerging designers, and help shape exceptional homes from concept through construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to all phases of custom residential project development, from permitting and early design through construction administration and project completion.
• Develop thoughtful design solutions and technical documentation that carry design intent through every stage of the project.
• Serve as a trusted point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams, fostering strong communication and collaboration.
• Coordinate project schedules, consultants, documentation, and construction administration activities to support successful project execution.
• Develop schematic designs, presentation materials, and material selections that support the overall design vision while ensuring technical quality and code compliance.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative studio culture through technical guidance and design reviews.

Qualifications

• B.Arch or M.Arch from an accredited program
• 8-10+ years of professional architectural experience with a strong focus on custom residential design.
• Professional architectural license preferred or actively pursuing licensure.
• Demonstrated experience producing high-quality design and construction documentation across all project phases
• Strong technical understanding of residential architecture, wood-frame construction, building codes, and construction administration.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Strong collaborative leadership skills withexperiencementoring and developing team members.
• Expert-levelproficiencyinAutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp. Strong hand sketching skills are preferred.

$85,000 - $112,000 a year

This represents the full salary range for the position. Placement within the range is based on experienceandqualifications.New hires are typically placed within the lower to middle portion of the range, with opportunities for salary growth as they develop in the role and advance within the firm.

Why Hutker?

In the role of Senior Designer at Hutker, you'll help shape exceptional custom homes, build lasting client relationships, mentor emerging designers, and contribute to a collaborative studio dedicated to design excellence.

HutkerArchitects is a firm of 60 professionals in four offices across Massachusetts. We share a passion forplaceand a belief that houses are the most important structures people occupy. We are inspired by the unique challenge of creating home for each client that will be enjoyed for generations.