Senior Architectural Designer & Client Lead — Hybrid

Hobbs+Black Architects; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hobbs+Black Architects is seeking an experienced architect to lead detailed construction documents for a diverse range of projects. The role focuses on building code compliance, project coordination, and client communication in a collaborative studio environment.

The candidate will contribute to design presentations, mentoring, and business development while advancing quality in healthcare, education, civic, and commercial spaces. Hybrid work supporting in-office collaboration is offered.

Qualifications

• Eight (8) or more years of related architectural work experience.
• Experience in the use of Revit to effectively produce quality documents.
• Proficient working in Bluebeam to review and coordinate team documentation.
• Proven effective presentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and oversees construction administration and documentation.
• Accountable for accurate code reviews.
• Serves as primary project contact with our clients.
• Develops and delivers comprehensive design presentations and architectural models to clearly communicate project intent.
• Participates with the firm’s overall business development.
• Mentors and leads other architects and technicians.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architectural program

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

Hobbs+Black Architects is seeking an experienced architect to lead detailed construction documents for a diverse range of projects. The role focuses on building code compliance, project coordination, and client communication in a collaborative studio environment.

The candidate will contribute to design presentations, mentoring, and business development while advancing quality in healthcare, education, civic, and commercial spaces. Hybrid work supporting in-office collaboration is offered.