Senior Architectural Designer

Callison is a leading international design firm and the largest in the Northwest, with headquarters in downtown Seattle.  We share a common belief that collaboration and teamwork is paramount to success and we value each of our 800+ employee’s contributions. 

 

Callison is currently seeking a Senior Architectural Designer in either our Seattle or New York City location. The ideal candidate will be an experienced project designer and industry leader with responsibility for initiating creative design concepts and leading design development for complex domestic and international mixed-use or high-rise and tower projects in a manner consistent with firm-wide standards for project delivery.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (other duties may be assigned)Defines program requirements and establishes design parameters based on client requirements and working with project architect and project manager. Creates and develops key design concepts and lead the teams through phases of development to a successful conclusion.Collaborates with Sr. Project Manager and firm-wide Mixed-Use leaders on the design process and management of staffing, fiscal accountability, overall work plans and strategic decision making.Formulates design presentation strategies and makes presentations.Manages design process for entire project; lead/directs the work of other designers and technical staff. Manages design team members during the implementation of design to ensure clarity and quality of concept is maintained through detail level. Monitors project budget and schedule related to design team efforts.Manages client interaction and decision making related to design.May participate in business development activities.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Requires Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture or related field. Architectural license desirable.  Minimum 12 years experience as an architectural project designer in both domestic and international projects.Must have client and team leadership skills across two or more categories of mixed-use design: master planning, architectural design, residential, corporate, retail or hospitality. Previous supervisory and personnel management desired.Advanced graphic and verbal presentation skills, including hand sketching.Demonstrated ability to effectively create presentations and communicate concepts to clients and associates using various software applications.Ability to communicate clearly and concisely; both verbally and in writing.Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment.Ability to complete tasks with accuracy and with strong attention to detail.Ability to consistently meet deadlines, completing tasks as previously defined.Ability to work with integrity, trust and commitment, setting an example for others.

 

We offer competitive salary, full medical and dental / vision, 401(k) / profit sharing, transit subsidies, and a great location!  To view a complete job description, visit us at www.callison.com or email resume to employment@callison.com  

 

We are an Affirmative Action/EEO Employer who values workplace diversity.