Junior Designer

PAYETTE, based in downtown Boston, is a leading architectural design firm specializing in the programming, planning, and design of complex buildings for medical and scientific research, academic teaching, healthcare, and corporate research. We provide a dynamic, collaborative environment which supports innovation and creativity, allowing each team member to significantly contribute to the design process. We invest in our staff and firmly believe there is an opportunity for anyone with talent and initiative to reach any level in our organization.

In recognition of the quality of the firm’s work and professional leadership, PAYETTE received the 2019 AIA Architecture Firm Award, the highest national honor bestowed upon an architectural practice.

PAYETTE is committed to supporting the development and mentoring of the design staff. For over 15 years, PAYETTE's Young Designer's Core (YDC) provides resources and experiences for continuing education and community service, fostering the highest level of professional competency and synchronizing individual career growth with the firm's mission. Structured around presentations by PAYETTE staff and outside consultants, construction tours and community service events, YDC seeks to complement daily project work with new experiences and learning opportunities. In 2014, PAYETTE's YDC received the AIA National IDP Outstanding Firm of the Year Award. This award recognizes the firms that demonstrate strong and innovative commitment to the Intern Development Program (IDP).

We are currently seeking a junior level Architectural Designer to join our team in the planning and design of complex technical buildings such as research, healthcare and laboratory facilities from design through construction.

Candidates must have the following qualifications to be considered for the position:

• Bachelor of Architecture degree or a Master of Architecture degree
• At least 1 year of professional experience in an architectural firm
  
  
  

Other position qualifications include:

• Strong design and visualization skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills with various levels of individuals including clients, consultants, and architects
• Outstanding physical model building skills
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks, collaborate on large teams and work well under deadlines
• Experience with Revit and / or Rhino
  
  
  

PAYETTE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.

Resumes submitted online will be considered. Please note for all documents (resume, cover letter, and portfolio) the maximum files size is 5 MB.