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Senior Architectural Designer

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ZGF Architects

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United States , Washington, D.C.

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

122000.00 - 155000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

ZGF is seeking a Senior Architectural Designer with 15+ years of professional experience with at least 5 years of experience as a design lead in a client facing role to join our team. We are looking for self-directed and thoughtful individuals with excellent communication and technical skills. Based in our Washington, D.C. office, this role will be connected to the overall firm, where we ideate, collaborate, and create, supported by a culturally diverse group of design professionals every day. Our team thrives on multi-disciplinary engagement while practicing at the intersection of architecture, interiors, and urban design and are distinguished by our creativity, curiosity, and goal of bringing design excellence to every project.

Job Responsibility:

  • Act effectively as a Project Designer on complex projects
  • Set direction for the execution of project goals and objectives with project team and client, definition of scope, selection of items for investigation, and development of novel concepts and methods
  • Seek engagement and collaboration at all levels, including the internal and external design team, clients, and contractors
  • Manage teams from concept design through construction and have a deep understanding of building, zoning, energy codes, ADA, construction standards, and other regulatory requirements
  • Mentor and manage staff
  • Work collaboratively with others toward design solutions
  • Responsible for the effective performance of the Project Team regarding project quality, schedule, and budget
  • Contribute to general office-wide initiatives and marketing efforts
  • Demonstrate motivation in seeking new responsibilities and challenges
  • Help build relationships with clients and consultants with team leaders

Requirements:

  • Well-rounded, strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design, management, and technical project resolution
  • Highly motivated, proactive, and passionate
  • Well-organized and detail oriented
  • Excellent team communication, design presentation, and storytelling skills
  • Experience in a variety of building types, building materials, technical design, and construction techniques
  • Significant knowledge, expertise, and initiative to explore and carry out new or complex assignments requiring the development of innovative techniques and procedures
  • Demonstrated leadership, management, and communication skills
  • Ability to navigate complex situations requiring diplomacy, interpersonal skills, and judgement
  • Ability to perceive the goals of others, help to set priorities on projects and initiatives, and positively motivate individuals within the context of projects and the firm
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships outside the project team and the firm to facilitate project acquisition, facilitate innovation, and then validation of project direction
  • Ability to communicate knowledge and experience throughout the Architectural Group
  • Experience in Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, and other forms of project delivery
  • Proficiency in Revit, Rhino, Enscape, Adobe Suite, Miro, and other design iteration and communication tools
  • Professional Architectural degree and a minimum of 15 years of related experience with at least 5 years of experience as a design lead in a client-facing role
  • Licensed Architects are strongly preferred

Nice to have:

Licensed Architects are strongly preferred

What we offer:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with a generous employer contribution
  • HSA with employer contribution
  • 401k with employer match
  • 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays per year
  • paid parental and family leave programs

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 27, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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