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The Senior Project Architect at Smith Gee Studio is a highly skilled design professional, preferably on the path to licensure, who plays a critical role in both creative and technical project execution. This individual is responsible for translating design direction into technical documentation, coordinating effectively with internal and external team members, and providing guidance to junior staff. Senior Designers with our firm are expected to work across multiple projects and phases, contributing to the firm's quality standards and mentoring culture. They exemplify thoughtful leadership, collaboration, and accountability throughout project delivery and internal firm development.
Job Responsibility
Lead design and documentation phases across multiple projects
Translate client goals into compelling design concepts and detailed documentation
Coordinate effectively with internal team members and consultants to ensure technical and aesthetic cohesion
Establish tasks for junior team members through coordination with project leadership
Assist Project Managers in proposal development, project tracking, and progress reporting
Support setup and review of QA/QC processes to ensure design and technical integrity
Lead internal and external presentations, collaborating directly with clients, consultants, and partners as required
Leads consultant coordination through communication, clash detection, and redline markups
Create redlines efficiently with an emphasis on reducing repeated errors
Act as a resource and coach for emerging professionals within the team
Look for opportunities to teach younger team members and provide mentorship as needed
Help advance the team's design skill set and technical acumen through real-time training and feedback
Contribute to a culture of growth, clarity, and mutual support
Review and refine work of junior designers, ensuring alignment with building codes, zoning regulations, and firm standards
Ensure QM Checklist is completed at each phase of the project
Coordinate with QM team on schedules for all project related reviews
Requirements
Professional degree in Architecture from a NAAB-accredited program
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience producing design and technical documentation across varied project types
Proficiency in Revit
strong design documentation and technical detailing