Senior Designer

CESO, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,783 - 117,550; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid work schedule

Paid time off

401K with company match

Training and development opportunities

Medical / Dental / Vision coverage

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Charlotte is seeking a skilled Architect to lead the production of detailed construction drawings. The ideal candidate has at least 6 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Proficiency in CAD and BIM software is essential for this role, alongside strong project management skills. The position offers a flexible work schedule and a competitive salary in line with market standards, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that supports professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related fields is required.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience is required.
• Registered Architect (RA) licensure is preferred.
• Proficient knowledge and use of Revit, and/or AutoCAD.
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Create and lead the production of detailed scaled plans for building construction.
• Review projects to ensure constructability and code requirements.
• Coordinate the entire building construction project.
• Assist in Quality Assurance reviews.
• Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

Skills

Architectural design

Construction documentation

Project coordination

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Quality Assurance

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related fields

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Are you seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? With a diverse portfolio of retail, hospitality, light industrial, healthcare, and worship, CESO has the opportunity for you to develop your career. We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service— to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of “empowering our people to impact communities by bringing clients' visions to life”, so if this speaks to you, let's connect!

Primary Responsibilities

• Use independent judgement to create and lead the production of detailed scaled plans and supporting documentation for building construction projects based on preliminary concepts, sketches, and design guidelines set forth by the Client/Owner provided by more senior staff.
• Create and lead design and preparation of 2D and 3D detailed construction drawings, and designs using Computer-Assisted Design (CAD) and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software.
• Review projects to implement required constructability and code requirements as required by the authorities having jurisdiction.
• Coordinate the entire building construction project with associated sub-consultants and provide feedback to sub-consultants pertaining to company and client drawing standards.
• Assist Team Leads and/or Project Managers in Quality Assurance reviews performing redline mark-ups of drawings/documents produced by Designers, Lead Designers and other production staff.
• Self-check redline completion, highlight completed redlines, print check drawings and review prior to returning completed work to Team Leads, Project Managers and/or Quality Control team members.
• Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment to meet project deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related fields is required.
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience is required.
• Registered Architect (RA) licensure is preferred.
• Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient knowledge and use of Revit, and/or AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
• Ability to travel.

Benefits and Perks

• Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
• Paid Time Off - Credited to You 100% Upfront
• 401K with a Company Match
• Rewards and Recognition Program
• Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
• Paid Holidays
• Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage
• Welcome Box
• Casual Dress Code
• Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
• Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
• Voluntary or Supplemental Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Bonding and Recovery
• Employee Events such as Lunches and Outings to Foster a Positive Work Environment

Compensation

$65,783 - $117,550 a year

CESO Compensation Transparency: The pay band shown reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for this position at CESO. Actual pay is determined by several factors, including location, experience, education, skills, and internal equity. Our pay structures are benchmarked against industry and market data to stay competitive. Each offer is based on a full review of a candidate's background, qualifications, and fit for the role. Below are the typical new hire pay ranges for this position based on location:

• Charlotte, NC: $73,093 - $88,636
• Cincinnati, OH: $69,438 - $84,205
• Cleveland, OH: $69,438 - $84,205
• Columbus, OH: $69,438 - $84,205
• Dallas, TX: $76,747 - $93,068
• Rogers, AR: $65,783 - $79,773

CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity. We develop and inspire through training and coaching on the job. At CESO, we believe that work should be more rewarding than just a paycheck. In addition to a comprehensive benefit and compensation program, we create memories and friendships through our employee and service events.

CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E‑Verify and is a drug‑free workplace. Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.