Architect / Sr. level Designer
Cpl
A multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, design, and planning firm co‑creating community‑focused projects.
Design and manage architectural projects from concept through construction.
1 months ago ago
$73,000 - $91,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Columbia, SC
Hybrid
Company Size
480 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Interior Design
Buildings Engineering
Structural Engineering
Civil / Site Engineering
Science & Technology
Municipal Services & Planning
Transportation Engineering
Sector Specialisms
Healthcare
Community
Academic
Transportation
Civil
Structural Engineering
Role
Description
client meetings
code compliance
design coordination
construction admin
spec preparation
quality control
- Participating in client meetings and presenting creative ideas with clarity and confidence
- Navigating codes, standards, and submittals for approval, bidding, and construction
- Collaborating across disciplines to ensure technical accuracy and design integrity
- Supporting construction administration, including RFIs, change directives, and field support
- Leading design coordination and documentation for projects from start to finish
- Preparing architectural specifications and maintaining quality control
- Championing CPL’s mission, values, and brand in everything you do
Requirements
revit
sketchup
adobe
leed
architecture degree
4+ years
- Fluency in Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Microsoft Office, SketchUp, and other visualization tools
- Ingenuity – seeking new opportunities and consistently identifying unexpected and practical ways to solve problems.
- A collaborative spirit, great communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment
- A solid understanding of design standards, codes, and construction methods
- LEED or WELL accreditation is a plus
- Proven knowledge of governing codes, standards, and project planning processes
- A professional degree in Architecture and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience (or an equivalent mix of education and experience)
Benefits
- Long-Term Disability Insurance Company/team member premium sharing
- Retirement Savings Plan - Contribution from CPL to grow your retirement funds.
- Student Loan Assistance Program: CPL will contribute up to a maximum of $100 a month for 5 years ($6,000 total) towards student loan debt.
- Flexible Spending Account $5,000 dependent childcare annually paid 100% by team member pre-taxes.
- Licensure Assistance
- Healthcare for you and your family including spouse coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription insurances. Single Plans with 100% paid premium
- FREE Life Insurance and AD+D Insurance
- Tuition Assistance: You may be eligible for continuing education assistance.
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Time Off + 8 Holidays a year
- Internal Mobility & Career Advancement
- Family – celebrating others’ successes, genuinely caring about the happiness and well-being of our team members and recognizing their own families as extensions of the CPL family.
- Active professional licensure
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1975
Year Established
The company was established in 1975 and has since expanded its operations across multiple states.
- The firm has grown across eight states with 25 offices, blending local roots with regional reach.
- Their financial performance reflects steady growth as a mid-sized firm handling varied public and private commissions.
- They tackle projects spanning community & culture, healthcare facilities, K-12 and higher-education campuses, and infrastructure.
- Typical work includes hospitals, schools, municipal transit systems, civic centers, and campus buildings.
- Known for a collaborative ‘extension of your team’ approach, they prioritize deep client partnerships to bring visions to life.
- They maintain a legacy of compassion-driven design, with every project geared toward enhancing human experience.
Culture + Values
- Collaboration – working with others towards the best solution, placing great emphasis on the collective wisdom of our internal teams.
- Family – celebrating others’ successes, genuinely caring about the happiness and well‑being of our team members and recognizing their own families as extensions of the CPL family.
- Fun – not taking oneself too seriously, fully understanding that fun at work is conducive to productivity.
- Inspiration – contributing to an uplifting workplace that facilitates growth and success by maintaining a positive, upbeat attitude.
- Integrity – doing what is ethically right and providing reliable follow‑through on commitments.
- Ingenuity – seeking new opportunities and consistently identifying unexpected and practical ways to solve problems.
Environment + Sustainability
- Team members serve on the Mt. Lebanon Environmental Sustainability Board.
- Offices feature plant life and modern design to enhance wellbeing.
- Multidisciplinary teams develop solutions to address community environmental needs.
- Engagement includes support for local environmental initiatives.
Inclusion & Diversity
- CPL Pittsburgh office participates in Mt. Lebanon School District’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee.
- Team leadership organizes 'lunch and learn' workshops and encourages attendance at AIA Young Architects Forum events to support professional diversity.
- No publicly shared gender statistics.
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