Senior Project Designer

Green Key Resources; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationally recognized architecture firm is seeking experienced designers or architects for its Education Studio in Boston, MA. This role focuses on leading design development and construction documentation for educational projects. Candidates should have over 10 years of architectural experience, proficiency in BIM (ArchiCAD/Revit), and strong collaboration skills. This position offers opportunities for long-term growth towards Project Architect or Manager. Join a firm dedicated to innovative, student-centered learning environments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional architectural experience, preferably in educational or civic projects.
• Experience in producing construction documents and coordinating building systems.
• Understanding of educational building typologies and applicable codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead design development and construction documentation for educational projects.
• Produce clear construction documents using BIM software.
• Mentor and support junior staff.

Skills

Technical expertise in BIM

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

ArchiCAD

Revit

Job description

A nationally recognized architecture and planning firm is seeking 1–2 experienced designers or architects to join its Education Studio. This firm is known for shaping innovative, student-centered learning environments across K–12, higher education, and civic projects, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and design excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mid- to senior-level designer with strong technical and BIM expertise who is passionate about educational design and interested in long-term growth toward a Project Architect or Project Manager path.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to design development and construction documentation for K–12 and related educational projects
• Develop conceptual designs into coordinated, buildable solutions
• Produce clear, technically sound construction documents using BIM software
• Create presentation graphics that effectively communicate design intent
• Coordinate closely with internal teams and external consultants
• Support code analysis, detailing, and quality control across project phases
• Participate in construction administration, including submittals and site observations
• Collaborate with project leadership to support schedules, budgets, and client expectations
• Mentor and support junior staff

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional architectural experience (educational, institutional, civic, or mission-driven public projects preferred)
• Strong experience producing construction documents and coordinating building systems
• Proficiency in cloud-based BIM (ArchiCAD and/or Revit)
• Understanding of educational building typologies and applicable codes
• Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
• Licensure preferred but not required

If you’re interested in learning more about the firm, team structure, and growth trajectory, feel free to message me directly for a confidential conversation.