Designer II at Cannondesign in Buffalo, NY | USD61,400-76,700 | Kablio

Role

Description

bim modeling

drawing review

design coordination

concept design

3d visualization

site visits

Review shop drawing submittals with guidance from the Project Architect.
May take on a leadership role within the team on a particular project issue or topic.
Participate in project coordination with other disciplines.
May participate in site visits.
Independently and under direction, contribute conceptual design and provide architectural design as part of a multi-disciplinary team; including design, material selection, coordination and architectural development.
Attend and actively participate in project team meetings.
With direction, contribute to production of the BIM model and associated deliverables.
Prepare and contribute to design and presentation efforts including 3D design visualizations and other illustrative graphics.

Requirements

architecture degree

4 years

v-ray

leed

registration

grasshopper

Travel required.
Bachelor or Master’s degree in Architecture or related field required. Bachelor or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program preferred.
Minimum 4 years of related professional experience required.
Professional business attire is required for client meetings. Examples of professional business attire includes suits, ties, collared dress shirts, dresses and skirts.
Strong communication, teamwork, presentation, graphics, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects.
Experience with one or more real-time rendering and 3D rendering software such as Enscape, Twinmotion, and/or V-Ray required, as demonstrated through a portfolio of past and current visualization work.
LEED accreditation preferred.
Actively pursuing Architectural Registration in the United States preferred.
Some experience in computational design tools such as Grasshopper and Dynamo preferred.
Strong creative design portfolio is essential.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

With a collaborative approach, the firm delivers architecture, planning, and design services worldwide.
The company's work spans sectors like healthcare, education, civic, and commercial, with a focus on improving user experience and functionality.
CannonDesign is known for designing award-winning facilities that support the evolving needs of organizations and communities.
They have consistently pushed the boundaries of design with cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices.
CannonDesign is involved in various high-profile projects, such as hospitals, universities, and cultural landmarks.
Their diverse team works globally, delivering creative solutions that shape the built environment.

Culture + Values

Go there. Explore the unknown. Go beyond assumptions.
Hunger for enduring solutions. Produce equitable ideas that benefit everyone in the long term.
Lead with optimism. Seeing the positive will lead you toward solutions and away from doubt.
Experiment. Make it your business to know where to take risks, bringing rigor to your curiosity.
Uncover beauty. Everything we do should exhibit craft and attention to detail.
Share. Share your experience. Teach your expertise.
Forge bold connections. Deliberately seek out diverse viewpoints and create intersections that make the work better.
Be meticulous. Every action is important. No deliverable is insignificant.
Do good. Do right. With Living‑Centered Design we improve all aspects of the continuum of life.

Environment + Sustainability

Joined the WorldGBC Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment: existing buildings eliminate emissions and new builds offset all residual emissions by 2030.
Co-signatory of the 1.5 °C COP26 Communiqué; full decarbonization target by 2040.
Published the MEP 2040 Embodied Carbon Action Plan: target zero operational and embodied carbon in MEP systems by 2040.
Signed the SE2050 Commitment; structural engineering team prioritizes embodied carbon reduction.
First net-zero energy mental health facility in California: Cordilleras Mental Health Campus.

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Role

Description

bim modeling

drawing review

design coordination

concept design

3d visualization

site visits

Review shop drawing submittals with guidance from the Project Architect.
May take on a leadership role within the team on a particular project issue or topic.
Participate in project coordination with other disciplines.
May participate in site visits.
Independently and under direction, contribute conceptual design and provide architectural design as part of a multi-disciplinary team; including design, material selection, coordination and architectural development.
Attend and actively participate in project team meetings.
With direction, contribute to production of the BIM model and associated deliverables.
Prepare and contribute to design and presentation efforts including 3D design visualizations and other illustrative graphics.

Requirements

architecture degree

4 years

v-ray

leed

registration

grasshopper

Travel required.
Bachelor or Master’s degree in Architecture or related field required. Bachelor or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program preferred.
Minimum 4 years of related professional experience required.
Professional business attire is required for client meetings. Examples of professional business attire includes suits, ties, collared dress shirts, dresses and skirts.
Strong communication, teamwork, presentation, graphics, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects.
Experience with one or more real-time rendering and 3D rendering software such as Enscape, Twinmotion, and/or V-Ray required, as demonstrated through a portfolio of past and current visualization work.
LEED accreditation preferred.
Actively pursuing Architectural Registration in the United States preferred.
Some experience in computational design tools such as Grasshopper and Dynamo preferred.
Strong creative design portfolio is essential.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

With a collaborative approach, the firm delivers architecture, planning, and design services worldwide.
The company's work spans sectors like healthcare, education, civic, and commercial, with a focus on improving user experience and functionality.
CannonDesign is known for designing award-winning facilities that support the evolving needs of organizations and communities.
They have consistently pushed the boundaries of design with cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices.
CannonDesign is involved in various high-profile projects, such as hospitals, universities, and cultural landmarks.
Their diverse team works globally, delivering creative solutions that shape the built environment.

Culture + Values

Go there. Explore the unknown. Go beyond assumptions.
Hunger for enduring solutions. Produce equitable ideas that benefit everyone in the long term.
Lead with optimism. Seeing the positive will lead you toward solutions and away from doubt.
Experiment. Make it your business to know where to take risks, bringing rigor to your curiosity.
Uncover beauty. Everything we do should exhibit craft and attention to detail.
Share. Share your experience. Teach your expertise.
Forge bold connections. Deliberately seek out diverse viewpoints and create intersections that make the work better.
Be meticulous. Every action is important. No deliverable is insignificant.
Do good. Do right. With Living‑Centered Design we improve all aspects of the continuum of life.

Environment + Sustainability

Joined the WorldGBC Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment: existing buildings eliminate emissions and new builds offset all residual emissions by 2030.
Co-signatory of the 1.5 °C COP26 Communiqué; full decarbonization target by 2040.
Published the MEP 2040 Embodied Carbon Action Plan: target zero operational and embodied carbon in MEP systems by 2040.
Signed the SE2050 Commitment; structural engineering team prioritizes embodied carbon reduction.
First net-zero energy mental health facility in California: Cordilleras Mental Health Campus.

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Designer II

Cannondesign

Designer II

Cannondesign

Description

bim modeling

drawing review

design coordination

concept design

3d visualization

site visits

Requirements

architecture degree

4 years

v-ray

leed

registration

grasshopper

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Description

bim modeling

drawing review

design coordination

concept design

3d visualization

site visits

Requirements

architecture degree

4 years

v-ray

leed

registration

grasshopper

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Founded in 1945

Year Established

The company was founded in 1945 and has been transforming spaces through innovative design solutions.

2030 Target

Net Zero Carbon by 2030

Operational carbon emissions target set for existing buildings.

43M Miles

Carbon Saved by Repurposing

Denver project reduced carbon equivalent to driving 43 million miles.

15–17%

Carbon Reduction in Construction

Mass-timber atrium design reduced embodied carbon compared to steel-concrete.

Zero Carbon

Operational and Embodied Goal

Target to achieve zero operational and embodied carbon in MEP systems by 2040.