Senior Architectural Designer

The H. Chambers Company; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Professional development support

Collaborative studio environment

Job summary

The H. Chambers Company in Baltimore seeks a Senior Architectural Designer to lead concept design and development from master planning through documentation.

You will coordinate with general contractors, engineers, and vendors, manage design teams, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while upholding Chambers' standards for hospitality and private club projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture; license preferred.
• Experience leading architectural design from pre-design through construction administration.
• Experience coordinating with general contractors, engineers, subs, and vendors.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD; BIM software experience.
• Familiarity with project management software such as Deltek, Ajera, or Microsoft Project is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead concept design and development from master planning to documentation.
• Oversee design documentation and project team under Director of Architecture.
• Manage work plans to deliver presentation documents, construction drawings, and details.
• Coordinate with technical disciplines to keep deliverables on target.
• Mentor architecture studio staff and represent Chambers to clients and vendors.
• Engage with professional organizations and high-end clientele.

Skills

Project leadership

Design development

Budgeting & scheduling

Team coordination

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Deltek

Ajera

Microsoft Project

Job description

BALTIMORE

The Senior Architectural Designer will lead concept design and development from master planning through documentation.

Qualified Candidate Should Possess

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture – license is preferred
• Proven project experience in leading and developing designs for architectural projects and managing the design process from pre-design/programming through construction administration
• Significant experience working with expanded project teams, including general contractors, engineering consultants, subcontractors, and vendors
• Demonstrated contract administration capabilities, as well as working knowledge of building codes, CSI specifications, and AIA procedures
• Fluency in Revit, AutoCAD, or other BIM software
• Fluency in project management software such as Deltek, Ajera, and Microsoft Project is a plus
• Experience in hospitality design is preferred

Specific Responsibilities Include (but Are Not Limited To)

• Managing architectural projects under the supervision of the Director of Architecture, including budgeting, scheduling, and overseeing architectural staff to execute projects on-time and on-budget
• Overseeing the project team in preparation of design and construction documents
• Managing work plans to deliver exceptional presentation documents, construction drawings, and details
• Coordinating efforts with all associated technical and support disciplines to ensure deliverables are on target
• Serving as a leader, supervisor, and mentor to the architecture studio staff
• Serving as a Chambers representative for clients as well as suppliers, vendors, and colleagues within the industry
• Maintaining a strong presence in professional organizations (such as AIA)
• Engaging with our high-end clientele and other key stakeholders

Benefits & Compensation

• Chambers offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience, as well as a generous benefits package and a welcoming environment that encourages and supports professional development.

More About Chambers

Since 1899, Chambers has evolved to become one of the largest, award-winning design and planning firms in the nation with a focus on private club, hospitality, and lifestyle design. With a holistic approach to private club planning and design, Chambers provides a full suite of services to our national and international clientele. Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, Chambers has additional offices in Dallas, Minneapolis, Washington D.C, and Naples.