Senior Architectural Designer

Archinect; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutker Architects in Massachusetts seeks a Senior Designer who combines exceptional design ability with technical expertise for custom residential architecture. You will work closely with Principals and Associates to contribute to every phase of project development, build client relationships, mentor designers, and shape homes from concept through construction.

Responsibilities include coordinating all design and documentation phases, developing schematic designs and material selections, and

Qualifications

• Degree in architecture from an accredited program.
• 8–10+ years of professional architectural experience with a focus on custom residential design.
• Professional architectural license preferred or actively pursuing licensure.
• Proven ability to produce design and construction documentation across all phases.
• Strong understanding of residential architecture, wood-frame construction, codes, and construction administration.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with client relationships.
• Collaborative leadership with mentoring and developing team members.
• Expert proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp; strong hand sketching is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to all phases of custom residential project development from permitting to construction.
• Develop design solutions and technical documentation carrying design intent through stages.
• Act as main contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams.
• Coordinate schedules, consultants, documentation, and construction administration activities.
• Develop schematic designs, presentation materials, and material selections.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to studio culture through design reviews.

Skills

Design

Client relations

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Hand sketching

Education

B.Arch

M.Arch

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Job description

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.

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.

Hutker Architects is a firm of 60 professionals in four offices across Massachusetts. We share a passion for place and 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.