Senior Designer
MAY 29, 2025
Job Summary
TGAS is searching for 2 highly experienced architects who will work under the direction of project managers to complete the design and development of architectural projects from initial design to completion. An architectural Senior Designer will assist PMs, helping to ensure projects adhere to budgets, timelines, and client specifications, while lending their expertise to Junior Designers through constructive support and guidance.
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- Industry competitive salary (DOE)
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- 40 hours per week
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- Monday to Friday
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- Full-Time
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- In-Office
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- Comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO)
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- Massachusetts Earned Sick Time (EST)
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- Health Insurance
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- 401 K
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- Casual office environment
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- Collaborative team
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- Prime location in Harvard Square
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- US work authorization (Required)
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- Flexibility to travel in the Greater Boston area
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- Occasional out of state travel required
Education Requirements
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- Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) Degree (Required)
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- Master of Architecture (A plus, but not required)
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- LEED credential or a commitment to sustainability
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- Professional registration (A plus, but not required)
Technical Skills / Knowledge
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- Minimum of 6-8 years practical experience in Architecture (Required)
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- Previous combined Designer and Assistant Project Manager experience: 6 years + (Alternative experience level) in 1M – 30M project valuations
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- Proficiency in Revit (Required)
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- Proficiency in AutoCAD (Required)
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- Building Information Modeling (BIM): 2 years + (Preferred)
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- Sketchup: 2 years + (Preferred)
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- Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
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- Analytical thinking and visualization skills: Understanding complex designs and identifying potential issues is crucial
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- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced atmosphere
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- Fluent in MS Office and other standard office software
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- Public presentation skills a big plus as there are opportunities for growth here
Key Roles / Responsibilities
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- Assist in the planning, organizing, and executing of architectural projects, including developing project scopes, translating planning concepts into comprehensible terms for clients, consultants, designers, and project team members; developing integrated, sustainable solutions to technical and design problems
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- With direction from the PC/PM, develop, modify, and/or review documents to ensure design intent, researching building materials and systems including cataloging material samples, equipment, and furnishings attuned to the project’s design program
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- Create 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings through red-line mark ups, with an understanding of Revit & AutoCAD
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- Assist in the review of building code analyses, ensuring projects comply with building codes, safety regulations, and other relevant standards
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- Assist in the review of construction cost estimates and CSI format specifications
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- Revise drawings and renderings, addressing design and construction issues responsively and accurately
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- Assist on the review project budgets and schedules, helping to ensure projects stay within allocated resources and project timelines
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- Assist the PC/PM by conducting on-site visits, documenting construction progress and identifying potential issues through site visit notes, emails, and photos, etc.
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- Assist with the thorough documentation and maintenance of accurate records of project’s evolving status and change orders.
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- Under the direction and supervision of the PC/PM, utilize construction management software (i.e.: ProCore, CoConstruct, Projects, etc.), to respond promptly to Client/Owner and Contractor requests, coordinating with design team, including: Civil, Structural, Geotechnical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineers, and others
Overview
Location
In-Office, Cambridge, MA
Experience
6-8 Years Architecture Experience
Qualifications
Bachelor of Architecture (BArch)
Contact
Please send resume and portfolio to [email protected]
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