SmithGroup is an award-winning, multinational integrated design firm with a team of 1,300 experts across 19 offices in the U.S. and China. We employ research, data, advanced technologies and design thinking to help clients solve their greatest challenges. Our specialistsdevelop beautiful, sustainable, future-focused solutions for healthcare providers, science and technology organizations, higher education and cultural institutions, urban environments, diverse workplaces, mixed-use and waterfront developments, and parks and open spaces. We are deeply committed to our promise to Design a Better Future - for our clients, communities and employees. Are you ready to help us get there?

The Houston office of SmithGroupis looking for aArchitectural Designerto join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Create and develop planning and design concepts; and support more senior planners and architects on large projects.
• Prepare and coordinate architectural drawings, renderings specifications and design assignments under general supervision to meet project requirements.
• Relate building design concepts to building codes, zoning ordinances and other external issues.
• Consult with manufacturers; research and propose materials and products.
• Prepare and create presentation drawings and/or graphics and otherwise assist in presentations both internally and externally.
• Mentor and train junior staff.
• Assist in construction administration including responding to RFI's, preparing sketches and addendums (CCD's), visit construction sites to gather information and/or prepare punch lists.

An ideal candidate has:

• A bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience.
• LEED AP preferred. Must be eligible to take the Architectural Registration Examination within a few years.
• Working knowledge of engineering systems and the ability to successfully engage with professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• On-the-job experience using Revit to produce construction documents.
• High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

SmithGroup offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package, including 401(k) and wellbeing resources. We promote 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 options that give our team flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture or remotely, as needed. We also offer paid time off that is immediately available to new hires, 8 paid federal holidays, and parental leave benefits.