Architectural Designer

Description

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS: This role supports the design vision of projects that shape how people live. As an Architectural Designer, you’ll help drive quality and consistency across key project deliverables and contribute meaningfully to the firm’s design legacy.

• Research codes and guidelines to inform design direction
• Participate in early design phases, including schematic design and site planning
• Assist in producing plans, elevations, sections, and presentation graphics
• Support 3D modeling and visual presentation development
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure coordinated design documentation
• Help maintain and organize drawing sets using company standards
• Understand and support deliverables across all design phases

Requirements

Our client, a top Orange County architecture firm with national reach, is looking for an Architectural Designer, (Design Job Captain), to support one of their Studio Design Teams. This is an opportunity for a passionate design professional to shape projects from the early concept stage through entitlements, with exposure to a wide range of project types.

• MUST Experience: 2+ years professional working experience; NO recent graduates please
• California architectural license preferred but not required
• Ability to work collaboratively and take initiative within a fast-paced design team
• Working knowledge of planning and building codes
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong communication and visual storytelling skills
• 4-year degree in Architecture or equivalent experience
• Strong attention to detail and time management across multiple deadlines

Benefits

Compensation: $75K-$83K Yearly + OT

• Company-paid basic life and long-term disability
• Most medical plans fully paid for employee-only coverage
• Full suite of medical, dental, life, and supplemental insurance
• This position is Fully ONSITE in CENTRAL OC - Hybrid or Remote NOT available
• Retirement plan, HSA, FSA options
• Visa Sponsorships Not Available
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Competitive compensation
• Ongoing education and exam reimbursement

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance