Senior Design Architect : Senior Living

Eppstein Uhen Architects Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Eppstein Uhen Architects Inc. is seeking a dynamic individual in Milwaukee to lead design and planning efforts for senior living projects. The ideal candidate should have a licensed architect status with over 10 years of relevant experience, possessing strong technical and interpersonal skills.

This role involves collaboration with clients and project teams, focusing on creating meaningful environments for aging. The salary range for the position is between $110,000 and $135,000 based on expertise and experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant work experience in senior living planning and architectural design.
• Experience in mixed-use, multifamily, and related projects.
• Ability to guide clients and internal teams confidently.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and planning for senior living projects.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams.
• Contribute to market leadership and client retention.

Skills

Technical skills

Interpersonal skills

Strong narrative skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Licensed architect

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic, passionate, and self-driven individual to lead design and planning efforts for senior living projects of varying scope and complexity. From campus master planning to new construction and renovation projects, you will collaborate with clients and project teams to craft meaningful places for aging.

Programming, Planning + Design

We are looking for a professional with excellent technical and interpersonal skills who can act as a client liaison for projects, leading them through our purpose-driven design approach. Depth of expertise in programming and planning for the whole spectrum of senior living environments is required. Experience across master planning, repositioning, renovation and new construction is preferred.

Market Expertise

Senior living environments are constantly evolving to meet changing consumer expectations, operational challenges and changing regulations. At EUA, we lead with curiosity and humility, seeking to understand a client's needs before designing built solutions. We are seeking individuals who can balance broad market perspectives and finer details to craft purpose-driven environments for aging.

Leadership + Mentorship

Continuous learning and knowledge sharing is fundamental to our practice across all roles and levels throughout our firm. In this role, we are seeking an individual passionate about leading and mentoring through project work, working to elevate those on‐around them. Beyond project work, it is expected that this individual also contributes to market‑based thought leadership and client retention.

Collaboration + Convergence

We are seeking an individual who will have a forward‑looking view on the senior living market, seeking growth opportunities and market influences that may impact our clients and project design strategies. Senior living sits in our Living Studio, which includes mixed‑use, multifamily, student housing and hospitality design; beyond our studio, our firm has 7 core markets it serves. We constantly seek collaboration and convergence across markets to inform and evolve our design solutions.

• This is a strategic role for someone seeking both personal growth and professional agency
• Licensed architect with 10+ years of relevant work experience in senior living planning, architectural design and unit design
• Versatility beyond planning a bonus – whether design, implementation or project management
• No other staff report directly to this position, this position reports to the Living Environments Studio Director
• Strong narrative skills with the ability to confidently guide design and planning efforts with clients, consultants and internal teams
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills with a high standard in written, graphic and oral communication
• Exhibit a working knowledge of senior living operations, finance and regulations that influence planning and design solutions
• Knowledge and experience with Revit, SketchUp and related software is preferred
• Hold exceptional organization skills and work independently, solving problems proactively and prioritizing assignments
• Exhibit a positive attitude with a desire to actively contribute to the firm's culture
• This is a role within one of our three Wisconsin offices – Milwaukee, Madison or Green Bay
• Work is performed five days a week with a minimum of four days per week physically present in office
• The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $135,000 based on skills and experience

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