Architectural Designer II

Olson Kundig

$81K — $92K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Professional degree in architecture or a related field
  • Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience
  • Proficient with Revit, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Portfolio showcasing design, technical, and drafting skills required
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration
  • Excellent attention to detail and organization skills for drawing sets
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment

Responsibilities

  • Provide professional architectural consultation and develop innovative design solutions
  • Review and prepare project specifications and construction documents
  • Support construction administration processes and ensure high-quality project delivery
  • Offer technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members
  • Engage in external project communications and client presentations
  • Complete additional assigned duties as necessary

Benefits

  • Collaborative and creative work environment
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Insight into company culture through the culture page
Full Job Description
We are seeking an Architectural Designer II to support the design, planning, and documentation of projects of moderate size and complexity. In this role, you'll contribute to creative design solutions, technical development, and project delivery while working closely with more senior team members in a collective, design-focused environment.

You'll join a team where curiosity, attention to detail, and a strong sense of urgency help shape thoughtful work and support your growth as a designer.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Design, Planning and Coordination:
    Provide professional architectural consultation in the planning, design, and coordination of projects. Independently apply advanced architectural concepts and carry out complex or novel assignments requiring new or improved techniques and procedures.
  • Project Support and Documentation:
    Review, compile, and prepare project specifications, construction documents, and technically related building components and details. Independently execute as well as support aspects of the construction administration process.
  • Technical Leadership:
    Provide technical guidance to less experienced team members and contribute to accurate, high-quality project delivery.
  • Project Communications and Presentations:
    Take on aspects of external project communications and prepare presentations with subconsultants and clients, with support from senior team members.
  • Additional duties and projects:
    As assigned or necessary.

Qualifications
Must Have:
  • Education: Professional degree in architecture or another related field.
  • Experience: Minimum 6 years of related professional experience or similar role with equivalent work experience.
  • Digital Literacy: Proficient modeling and documentation skills using Revit; proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Portfolio: Submit a portfolio demonstrating design, technical, and drafting abilities.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, vendors, and consultants.
  • Technical Ability: Strong attention to detail and the ability to organize an architectural drawing set.
  • Work Style: Ability to manage multiple tasks with urgency in a fast-paced, creative, and dynamic environment.
What You Can Expect
  • A creative work environment and colleagues who are collaborative, creative, and challenging
  • Opportunity to grow professionally
  • Check our culture page to learn about life at Olson Kundig

This role is based in Seattle, WA.

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