Senior Technical Designer — Sustainable BIM & Architecture

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) seeks a licensed Architect with a strong background in Revit, BIM, AutoCAD, and Rhino to lead portions of dynamic architectural projects in Los Angeles. The role emphasizes collaboration across interdisciplinary teams, with a focus on sustainability and integrated design.

Applicants should have a professional degree in Architecture, 6+ years of experience, and a strong command of construction documentation.

Qualifications

• Completion of a professional degree in Architecture or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of professional experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Licensed Architect with current registration in your region.
• Strong proficiency in Revit, BIM and AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in Rhino and other 3D modeling/rendering software.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of architectural building systems and sustainability.
• LEED accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads distinct portions of a project with supervision by project leadership.
• Produces, coordinates and oversees diagrams, 3D models, drawings, renderings and animations.
• Communicates effectively with project teams, consultants and clients.
• Collaborates across interdisciplinary teams to advance design of large or small projects.
• Checks and coordinates project documents for compliance with technical requirements.
• Manages time and workload to meet project deadlines and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Revit

BIM

AutoCAD

Rhino

3D modeling

Rendering

Building systems

Education

Professional degree in Architecture or related field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Rhino

Job description

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) seeks a licensed Architect with a strong background in Revit, BIM, AutoCAD, and Rhino to lead portions of dynamic architectural projects in Los Angeles. The role emphasizes collaboration across interdisciplinary teams, with a focus on sustainability and integrated design.

Applicants should have a professional degree in Architecture, 6+ years of experience, and a strong command of construction documentation.