Project Designer- Senior Living

SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for senior living, healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and move us closer to a carbon-free future. Care to join us?

The Los Angeles office of SmithGroup is looking for a Project Designer- Senior Living to join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Create and develop planning and design concepts or support lead designers.
• Prepare, coordinate, and complete construction documents packages.
• Mentor, provide oversight, and monitor the design work of others to ensure integrated and cohesive designs.
• Present design solutions to client representatives and/or design review committees.
• Supervise the development of renderings and presentation drawings for client presentations and internal meetings.
• Develop trusted relationships with clients.
• Participate in recruitment and coaching process as requested.
  
  

An ideal candidate has:

• A bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience.
• LEED AP preferred. Must be eligible to take the Architectural Registration Examination.
• Working knowledge of engineering systems; can successfully engage with professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Working knowledge of codes and experience with permitting and approvals from AHJ and HCAI, HCAI-2, and Skilled Nursing Facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with clients and build client relationships and trust.
• Strong mentoring, written and verbal communication, and organizational skills.
• High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• Experience leading other designers and design teams.
• Experience or knowledge in Senior Living Sector preferred.
  
  

SmithGroup's competitive compensation and benefit package is designed meet the needs of a diverse staff. The anticipated salary range for this position is $93,000 to $111,000 annually, at the time of posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for this position. Additionally, an employee in this position is eligible for a performance-based bonus on an annual basis. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We provide an opportunity to invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching and a continuing education reimbursement. We offer 3 weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment, with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, and parental leave benefits. SmithGroup also promotes a healthy work/life balance for our staff which includes an alternative work schedule that provides employees with an additional 15 days off per year (usually Fridays), as well as hybrid work options that give our team the flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture or remotely, as needed.

If you are not sure that you meet all of the suggested qualifications described above, please don’t leave this page. Your talents and attributes could be just what we’re looking for – and we strongly encourage you to apply. If you need additional accommodations to complete the application process, please contact careers@smithgroup.com.